9 courses with the subject LPPL, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
LPPL 2100The Resilient Student: Transition, Thriving, and Leadership3
Effective Date 08/01/2026 Whether you are a first-year or a fourth-year student, LPPL 2100 focuses on 12 scientifically supported competencies of emotional resilience — skills that will help you bounce back from setbacks, effectively manage disappointments and support psychological growth. Often students’ favorite aspect of the class is the weekly small (12-15 person) communities, which become sources of support, safety, and (for many students) friendship that last beyond the conclusion of the class.
Effective Date 08/01/2026 An overview of the fields of social psychology and behavioral science. We will explore behavioral research in basic social psychology, leadership and organizational behavior, and the ways in which social science methods and research are currently being used in public policy and to solve major societal problems. The ultimate goal is to teach students how to think like behavioral scientists. Requisites Students cannot enroll if they previously completed PSYC 2600
Effective Date 11/10/2023 Effective facilitators are architects of engagement. Take part in practical facilitation, bridging theory, & real-world scenarios. Develop facilitation skills, clear communication, & strategies for effective group development. Emphasis placed on facilitation practice, allowing students to gain experience & insight from collective feedback.
LPPL 3210Behavioral Sciences for Civic Leadership3
Effective Date 08/01/2022 Drawing on social science research, this course explores how public leaders contribute to problem identification, issue framing, policy adoption, crisis management, and organizational and societal change. The course will clarify the relationships among key concepts including leadership and followership, authority and influence, reciprocity and persuasion, and examine the role of contextual factors in shaping the strategies of 21st century leaders
LPPL 3450Resilient Leadership for Teams and Teammates3
Effective Date 01/01/2021 Course builds students’ skills in “the art of getting things done”. Students will establish the critical leadership & team-building competencies that distinguish highly effective leaders. We will introduce frameworks that will enhance student’s: resilience; team leadership skills; capacity for thriving in times of adversity; emotional intelligence; interpersonal skills (including conflict resolution & negotiation skills) & decision making.
LPPL 3480Leadership in American Policy toward China3
Effective Date 10/07/2019 Examine role of individual leaders shaping American policy toward China, from Communist Rev to present. Follow important episodes&decisions & examine instances of “thought leadership,” those outside gov successfully shaping the thinking/decisions of those inside it. Examine domestic & foreign factors shaping decisions. Identify personal experiences, skills &biases brought by leaders. Leaders include:Marshall,Truman,Kissinger&Nixon,Paulson,&Obama Requisites Students can’t enroll if previously taken LPPP 4559 topic 1
LPPL 4225Leadership and Practice: Bringing out the Best in Others3
Effective Date 01/01/2026 LPPL 4225 is designed to foster three critical skillsets: 1) The expansion of your self-awareness to enhance your competence as a leader, 2) Learning ways to support and inspire the development of strengths in others, and 3) Combining these skills to improve the effectiveness of your student organizations at UVA by reflecting on the organizational and interpersonal dynamics of those groups.
Effective Date 08/01/2022 This course moves beyond the traditional economic approach to public policy and explores the role of psychological analysis. Decision-making is not always rational, but involves various cognitive biases that can result in mistrust and prejudice, preference for avoidance of loss rather than maximization of gain, and overweighting of short-term outcomes.
LPPL 4680Lead from Anywhere: From the Classroom to the Community3
Effective Date 06/30/2022 Students put into practice leadership skills & competencies through experiential learning preparing them for a lifetime of civic engagement as policy makers & citizens. Course emphasizes opportunities to use learned frameworks to evaluate real-world applications & will help students identify opportunities to engage in public life regardless of their chosen profession. Course serves as a bridge between the Batten education & life after graduation. Requisites 4th Year FBU
