In this episode, Dan interviews Lauren about her graduate leadership course, Leading Diverse Teams. As part of the season's focus on individual leadership courses, they explore how Lauren structures her course, starting with diversity frameworks on the first day to set a strong foundation for inclusive leadership. She emphasizes the balance between scholarship and practical application throughout the course, helping students connect theory with real-world leadership practices. This conversation highlights Lauren's approach to creating a thoughtful, engaging learning environment that integrates DEI principles from the start. Resources mentioned in this episode include: ----more---- Creating Significant Learning Experiences with Dr. Dee Fink  Diversity Wheel Inclusive Behaviors Inventory Bopaiah, M. (2021). Equity: How to Design Organizations Where Everyone Thrives. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.   Gundling, E. & Williams, C. (2019). Inclusive Leadership: From Awareness to Action. Aperion Global.   Roberts, L.M., Mayo, A.J. & Thomas, D.A. (2020). Race, Work & Leadership: New Perspectives on the Black Experience. Harvard Business Review Press.   Wergin, J. (2020). Deep Learning in a Disorienting World. Cambridge. Cambridge University Press.  Equity: How to Design Organizations Where Everyone Thrives Inclusive Leadership: From Awareness to Action The Routledge Companion to Inclusive Leadership