Bridging the AI Skills Gap: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce
Dr. Misha Kouzeh, University of Southern California
Learning Communities aims to foster a supportive academic and social environment that aids students in their transition from high school to college and throughout their university experience. This foundation is established through classroom learning, co-curricular engagement, and meaningful interactions with peers, faculty, and staff. Incorporating a holistic curriculum model that intentionally addresses the intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual dimensions of learning can enhance these communities by creating more inclusive and transformative educational experiences. Because learning communities already emphasize cohort-based, theme-driven learning and strong faculty-student relationships, they are a natural setting for holistic approaches. Together, these models support students in exploring their identities, cultivating self-worth, and building resilience in a rapidly changing world. By co-creating holistic environments, educators can inspire deeper learning and personal growth, empowering students to connect with themselves, others, and the world around them.