Sharon Counts's schedule for Amplify & Ignite: Creative Practice in and With Communities

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Emerson Sustainability is currently preparing for the annual Campus Race to Zero Waste competition that runs from February through the end of March. It’s a friendly competition between universities in North America to reduce waste on campuses and raise awareness about waste-related behaviors. In celebration of Campus Race to Zero Waste, we are participating in the Green Event Certification program and we hope you will join us in this challenge. In advance of your travel to Boston, we encourage you to bring a reusable water bottle and/or hot thermos and utensils to reduce the need for single use products.

Sharon Counts

About me

Sharon Counts is an Assistant Professor of Business and Design Strategies at Parsons School of Design and the Associate Director of the Masters of Strategic Design and Management program. Her research-led creative practice explores the efficacy of social impact and community engagement programs in the arts. Sharon has worked broadly as an artistic producer, director, and designer of artistic experiences and programs that prioritize equitable access to culture. She works at the intersection of the arts and innovation, applying strategic design principles to the development of artistic and community based programming. Sharon holds an Ed.D. in Leadership and Innovation from NYU, an MA in Educational Theatre from NYU, and a BFA in Acting from Emerson College.

My Speakers Sessions

2:45pm EDT

Community Engagement from Theory to Impact LB 226Taylor St. John • Sharon Counts