WSS EmpowerED - 'Green Jobs and Higher Education with Mary McGillicuddy 

Mary McGillicuddy, a career adviser at Arizona State University's School of Sustainability, discusses the growing demand for green jobs and the challenges faced by higher education in preparing students for these roles. She emphasizes the broad and sometimes unclear definition of "green jobs," which include roles in environmental protection, climate action, and sustainability. Mary highlights the disconnect between what employers seek and the skills taught in sustainability programs, advocating for faster curriculum updates and closer collaboration between academia and industry. She also stresses the importance of skills-based hiring and personalized career exploration for students to better align their education with the demands of the green job market.
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