The Future of Making Things, Leadership, and Higher Ed with Sanjit Sethi
A Conversation with the President of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Trending In Ed with Mike Palmer · Palmer Media
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Show Notes
In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer interviews Sanjit Sethi, the President of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD). Sanjit shares insights from his journey from ceramics to college presidency, emphasizing the importance of creativity and community in leadership. The conversation covers challenges faced during the pandemic and social unrest, the significance of mentorship, diversity, and equity, as well as the impact of AI on creative practice. Sanjit highlights the need for fearless listening and collaborative leadership to navigate the complex educational landscape. He concludes making likening transformational leadership to the expeditionary behavior of NASA astronauts.
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:43 Sanjit Sethi's Journey to MCAD
02:11 The Role of Creativity in Leadership
05:32 Navigating Challenges in Higher Education
14:05 Diversity and Leadership in the Wake of George Floyd
24:17 The Impact of AI on Creative Education
31:34 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook