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Are you ready to shape the future? Embark on a transformative journey with Ideagen Global as we invite you to be part of a dynamic and visionary community.
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Course Description
The mission of Ideagen Global is to serve as the catalyst for transformative change in the world. We are driven by a commitment to addressing the world's most pressing challenges, aligning our vision with the spirit of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, and going beyond. In this course we'll contemplate the world's most pressing challenges and explore how to shape a sustainable and prosperous future for all. Develop your own sustainable business plan that advances one of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to business and entrepreneurship. Join us for a summer of learning, collaboration, and inspiration as we work towards a sustainable and prosperous future. By the end of the course, students will have an understanding of what the UN SDGs are, their importance, and the impact of utilizing them to create a business/non-profit business plan.
*Supplemental course fee of $195 for guest speakers and field trips.
Learning Outcomes
Upon Completing this course, students will be able to:
Note: Information is subject to change as instructors finalize course content and syllabi.
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George Sifakis, Founder of Ideagen Global
George Sifakis is a partner at Capitol Counsel, LLC. He brings over two decades of experience at the intersection of business, government, and strategic collaboration & communications. His career includes serving as Assistant to the President (AP) and as the first Director of the Office of Public Liaison, where he led industry engagement efforts during the first Trump Administration. He has also held senior roles on the Senate Small Business Committee and in the George W. Bush Administration. Additionally, Sifakis is also the founder of Ideagen Global, a media platform that amplifies key policies and initiatives of the world’s leading companies, NGOs, and public sector organizations.
As VP of Operations at Ideagen Global, Daniel plays a key role at Ideagen Global, where he manages company operations, including C-Suite engagement, Summit planning, and strategic partnerships, in addition to digital content development and distribution. In his concurrent role as Assistant Director at HOSA - Future Health Professionals’ Washington Office, Daniel is instrumental in engaging clients and facilitating high-level Congressional meetings to support the nation’s largest student-led pipeline of future health professionals. Originally from Washington, DC, Daniel graduated from Penn State University in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications and a Business Certificate from the Smeal College of Business, equipping him with a strong foundation in both communication and business strategy.
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Course Syllabus
To view a sample syllabus, please contact your program specialist, or reach us at info@summerdiscovery.com or call +1 (516) 447-4907.
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Admissions Criteria
An interest in all things sustainability and global development is the key to success in this program! Additionally, your application criteria includes a completed Summer Discovery application.
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Who Should Attend this Course?
Aspiring sustainability and social impact professionals, this is a start to your successful academic and professional career. This course will introduce you to fundamentals that will advance your understanding of this field and help you determine whether a professional track in sustainability and global development is right for you.
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Benefits of Attending this Course
In addition to a university-level course experience, students will leave this course with portfolio-building documentation in recognition of their summer achievements, including:
Summer Discovery Certificate of Completion
After successfully finishing this course, you will be awarded a certification completion for your accomplishment.
*This is a preview, not what you will receive
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