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The document provides information about the DEL-MEM program at Duke University. It discusses why students pursue a DEL-MEM degree to add depth to their skills and blend theory with practical experience. It outlines the program's objectives, requirements, curriculum, format, leadership focus, students, and admissions process. The two-year program is designed for mid-career environmental professionals to earn their master's degree online and through occasional on-campus sessions.
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- 2. why pursue a del-mem degree? Your organization looks to you for vision – a vision to plan for change. DEL-MEM offers a rigorous online and on-campus program that allows you to add depth to your current skills, blend theory with practical experience, and maintain a commitment to your employer and family.
- 3. program objectives explore quantitative skills IT leadership skills interdisciplinary strategic perspectives approaches locally & globally
- 4. “Aside from building a stronger educational foundation, participating in the DEL program demonstrated to my employer that I was committed to my personal and professional growth and to enhancing the skills and expertise I could bring to the organization.”
- 6. del-mem The DEL-MEM is a two-year, 30-credit master’s degree program Designed for mid- career environmental professionals with 5 years experience Online and on-campus Innovate, flexible
- 7. del-mem Evolved from the Nicholas School's existing successful executive education program Officially launched in 2004 1st cohort graduated in 2006 70 graduates of the program, plus 14 in May 2013 106 matriculated students since 2004 204 applicants since 2004 30 states; 4 countries; 2 U.S. Territories
- 8. program requirements 2-year, 4-semester program 30 credit hours 2-3 courses/semester ○ 12 credit hours of core courses ○ 12 credit hours (minimum) elective courses ○ 4 credit-hour Masters Project ○ 5 place-based sessions Orientation, 1 credit D.C. Leadership Module, 1 credit
- 10. del-mem curriculum Core Courses (required) Quantitative/Science Core Course Option: ○ Ecosystem Science and Management ○ Environmental Decision Analysis Economics of Environmental Management Environmental Law & Policy Program Management for Environmental Professionals
- 11. elective courses (sample) Business Strategy for Community-Based Environmental Environmental Sustainability Management California Water Crises: Social Science Research A Case Study Approach Methods and Design Energy, Environment, & Select hybrid courses with the Law residential MEM program Climate, Energy, & Independent Studies Environment Executive Education Short Green Development Courses
- 12. elective courses (sample) Restoration Ecology: Principles and Practice (Kaua’i Field Trip) California Water Management (CA Field Trip) Sustainable Development in Chile (Chile Field Trip) Environmental Management in Mexico (Mexico Field Trip)
- 13. faculty
- 14. Program Format – Place & Space DEL-MEM
- 15. program format The SPACE or online Place is the face-to- learning portion uses face component that interactive technologies gives participants the to complement the opportunity to face-to-face sessions. experience the campus, meet fellow students, and interact with faculty.
- 16. two-year calendar Year 1 – 2013-14 Year 2 – 2014-15 Course introductions (PB) Orientation (PB) (during orientation session) • Course introductions Distance learning (12 weeks) Distance learning (12 weeks) Fall course wrap-up (PB) • Spring course introductions DC Leadership Module (PB) • Fall course wrap-up Distance learning (12 weeks) • Spring course introductions Leadership wrap-up (PB) • MP presentation Distance learning (12 weeks) • Graduation PB = Place-Based Session
- 17. place place
- 18. place 5 required place-based sessions over 2 years Duke University Washington D.C. Elective course fieldtrips (optional) Purpose Introduce/wrap-up courses, leadership development Connect with Duke Connect, engage with peers & faculty
- 19. space
- 20. space Adobe Connect web conferencing Panopto Skype Google+ Hangouts e-mail
- 21. Adobe Connect
- 22. Panopto Pre-recorded course materials
- 23. what’s a typical semester like? Env. Law & Policy: 8-9:15 PM ET Env. Program Mgmt: 8-9:15 PM ET Place-based session (varies depending on the semester) Weekly Course Meetings – Adobe Connect
- 24. tailoring the program Independent study Allows students to study a specific area of interest Master’s project Represents the student's major academic focus, and demonstrates competence Integrates course work and work-related experiences in an in-depth study Culminates in a report, formal presentation
- 25. master’s projects Searching for Solutions that Stick: U.S. Media Attention on Climate Change 07–2011 Building Leadership and Entrepreneurial Capacity for a Sustainable Hawaii Development of a Bipartisan Federal Policy Plan to Support the Federal Sustainable Communities Initiative in a Deficit Environment: A Proposal for a Community Development Block Grant – Sustainability Program Developing Sustainability Metrics: A Study of Harley-Davidson Dealerships Developing a Shared Vision of Environmental Responsibility: Charting the Course for an Enterprise Environmental Sustainability Journey A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Rainwater Harvesting at Commercial Facilities in Arlington Co., VA Life Cycle Assessment - Environmental Impacts of a Medical Device Product Velocommuter.org: Social Marketing on the Internet
- 27. the del-mem leadership advantage LEADERSHIP is a driving theme Can leadership be “taught?” Leadership is cultivated by each individual and requires time; it is a process Leadership is integrated through: exercises during face-to-face sessions, personal consultations monthly leadership meetings, select readings, and a dedicated workshop in D.C. engaging prominent leaders.
- 28. Leadership is woven into the course curriculum, but outside the classroom, a leadership consultant fosters leadership development through reflection and exposure to a wide variety of examples, styles, and tools. He continues to mentor and act as sounding board to our students long after graduation.
- 29. “The [DEL-MEM leadership session in DC] offered an opportunity to meet and work intimately with a diverse and distinguished group of leaders in the field. I don't know of any other program in the country that offers such an important experience.” Meeting with Council on Environmental Quality
- 30. Who Are DEL Students? DEL-MEM
- 31. who are del-mem students? DEL-MEM students are: Established in fields directly related to the environment Quantitatively and intellectually able to complete a graduate degree program at Duke In leadership positions, or poised to advance to the next level Seeking to update and add depth to their current skills, with a focus on management and leadership
- 33. who are del-mem students? Urban Designer Regional Environmental Protection Specialist Waikiki Coastal Coordinator Environmental Education Coordinator Executive Director, EHS & Disability Biologist Syndicated Cartoonist Senior Project Scientist Director of Grounds & Sanitation Senior Environmental Engineer Environmental Manager Watershed Coordinator NEPA/Environmental Planner Community Outreach Specialist Environmental Specialist/Supervisor Associate Director of Administration & Operations Global Marketing Director Director of Horticulture Congressional Affairs Officer Software Engineer Science Teacher President / Vice President Chief of Public Affairs Managing Director, Gov Relations & Sustainability Vegetation Ecologist Environmental Affairs Advisor Commissioner and Open Space Chair Regional Program Director Senior Wildlife/Wetland Scientist Systems & Compliance Analyst Founder, CEO Brownfields & Waste Reduction Specialist Environmental Science Instructor Environmental Engineer Natural Resources Specialist Global EHS Lead Biotech Entrepreneur Assistant Secretary of Commerce Senior Archaeologist Air Pollution Specialist Environmental Communications Specialist Campaign Program Coordinator
- 35. where in the world… Maine Washington Vermont Minnesota New Hampshire Montana North Dakota Massachusetts New York Wisconsin Rhode Island Oregon Michigan Connecticut Idaho South Dakota Pennsylvania New Jersey Wyoming Iowa Delaware Ohio Maryland Nebraska Indiana West Illinois Virginia District of Columbia Nevada Virginia Utah Colorado Kansas Kentucky North Carolina Missouri California Tennessee Oklahoma Arkansas South Carolina New Mexico Arizona Mississippi Alabama Georgia Alaska Texas Louisiana Florida Hawaii Peru Guyana Indonesia Puerto Rico Zurich Guam
- 36. del students
- 38. what do you need to be successful? Willingness to: commit time be flexible and adaptable share professional experiences communicate learn from your peers Employer support High-speed internet connection Comfortable with technology
- 40. apply Apply online at nicholas.duke.edu/del/apply by February 1
- 41. contact us Duke Environmental Leadership Program Box 90328, Durham, NC 27708-0328 919.613.8082 www.nicholas.duke.edu/del/del-mem del@nicholas.duke.edu
Editor's Notes
- The Duke Environmental Leadership program was designed to Create an Environmental Vision for Tomorrow. Online and On-campus. In 2003, faculty and staff at Duke’s Nicholas School of the Environment began to imagine an educational opportunity for working professionals focused on environmental management and leadership development. Out of their work the Duke Environmental Leadership Master of Environmental Management (DEL-MEM) was created. It was designed to address what we thought was a significant gap in opportunities for non-traditional students to continue their education, advance their careers, and become leaders in environmental management.
- Upon completion of this program, you will…Gain a unique interdisciplinary perspective of environmental issues, through the broad study of biological, physical and social sciencesAssess and enhance your leadership skills, building confidence in critical and creative thinking, communication, collaboration, and conflict resolutionDevelop strong quantitative skills to better understand, interpret and manage environmental dataExpand your understanding of information technology, including developing, maintaining and sharing high-quality informationExplore, in depth, an area of the environment that is directly related to your current employment or future directionLearn and apply strategic approaches to environmental managementExamine the environment through both a local and global lens, and across spatial and temporal scales
- With generous support provided by the Henry Luce Foundation, and under the leadership of the former dean of the Nicholas School, Norm Christensen, the Duke Environmental Leadership Masters of Environmental Management (DEL-MEM) program was officially launched in 2004,with the first cohort graduating in 2006. The rigorous academic standards of the DEL-MEM program make it unique in the nation–No similar environmental degree program is offered by any other prestigious university in the country.
- A sample of the many courses we offerCourse offerings may vary from year to year depending on student interest and faculty availability!
- A sample of the many courses we offerCourse offerings may vary from year to year depending on student interest and faculty availability!
- The strength of the DEL-MEM faculty directly feeds into the strength of the DEL-MEM program. We have been fortunate to have a core group of regular-rank, Nicholas School faculty participate in this program since its inception. DEL courses are taught primarily by regular-rank faculty from the Nicholas School, and specialized courses by appropriate faculty from within and outside the School. All primary advising of master’s projects is by Nicholas School faculty.
- The place-based components are what makes our DL program unique – opportunities to meet face to face, meet faculty, develop relationships/connections. Connect with the University.
- Follow the same academic calendar as Duke University in regards to breaksSynchronous and asynchronous learning: meetings, readings, group projects, memo’s, assignments, discussion boards, monthly leadership callsPlace-based sessionHow many hours per week should you plan on spending on the program? The answer to this varies, but you should consider the following75-90 minutes per course per week synchronous learning (webconference)Asynchronous time spent in the program varies and different students manage it differently. It also depends on the week and what assignments are due. It also depends on your personal and professional life. Some weeks you may not be able to give as much as other weeks (benefit of 2 week module system). You get what you put into it. When current students are asked this question the range varies between 10-20 hours per week.
- MP’s:An Overlay District to Address StormwaterRunoff Quantity and Quality in the District of Columbia: Emphasis on the Anacostia RiverDocumenting Stakeholder Perceptions ofan Urban Coastline to Inform ConservationAction PlanningDevelopment of a Land Stewardship PlanBased on Community ValuesEnvironmental Factors Correlated with Changes in Riparian Plant Composition along the Santa Clara River Floodplain, CaliforniaAddressing the Water Crisis in Oman —Negotiating with Water Users throughImplementation of Water Demand ManagementDeveloping Sustainability Metrics: A Studyof Harley-Davidson DealershipsPublic Participation in the EnvironmentalPermitting Process: Development of a Public Involvement Plan (PIP) for Stakeholders in Northern New MexicoAn Analysis of a Biomass-Fueled CombinedHeat and Power Plant for a ColoradoHomeowners AssociationCollaborative Climate Change Communications: A Current Assessment and Recommendations for the FutureAn Information Systems Strategy for the Environmental Conservation Community Implementation Effectiveness of Corporate Environmental Policies and Strategies A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Rainwater Harvesting at Commercial Facilities in Arlington County, Virginia Life Cycle Assessment - Environmental Impacts of a Medical Device Product Analysis of Climate Adaptation Policy Strategies for Southeast U.S. Coastal Cities Velocommuter.org: Social Marketing on the Internet Employee Satisfaction and Employee Retention in the National Park Service Watershed Impact Assessment of Fort A.P. Hill’s Mill CreekOrganizational Response to Environmental Liability Management Following Passage of the 2002 Sarbanes-Oxley Act Detailing the Ability of Structural Activity Relationships (SAR) to Enhance Pharmaceutical Business Programs Life Cycle Evaluation of the Management of Coal Combustion Residues Containing Mercury and Other Metals Bio-based Plastic Packaging: A Tool to Help Organizations Analyze the Trade-Offs Between Bio-Based and Conventional Plastics Evaluation of Marine Resource Programs in US Peace Corps Micronesia An Urban Conservation Strategy to Preserve Cuyahoga County’s Eco-Valued Landscapes Central Campus Effect on Sarah P. Duke Gardens Expansion
- Through reflection and exposure to leaders and models for leadership, students build environmental leadership capacity that helps them advance in their careers.LEADERSHIP drives the program. As we were designing the program we wondered, can leadership can be taught? Good question. We believe that leadership is cultivated by each individual and requires time and effort; it is a process.Each month there will is a very brief assignment that relates to The New Psychology of Leadership: Identity, Influence and Power.Extract the essence of a part of the book and pose a question about it. I would suggest that you might wish to read a bit more surrounding the essence part, take some time to reflect on the question and then fire away. Leadership definitionDifference between Leadership & ManagementTacit/Explicit knowledgeField Markings w/ explanationsAspects of reflectionGuided writing – Why do you want to lead? Lead who where?Can Leadership be Taught?Decision Making in the WorkplaceCoping with Difficult ManagersEstablishing Trust in the WorkplaceLeadership – The Downside
- Outside the classroom, a leadership consultant creates opportunities for reflection and serves as a mentor and sounding board to students even after they graduate.
- The hallmark of our program is the dedicated Leadership Module in Washington D.C.. Here, students are provided a point of reference for theirleadership development through individual meetings with prominent leaders. During this session, students are exposed to leaders from all sectors. For example, we have met with:Peter Seligmann, Chairman and CEO of Conservation International Thomas Lovejoy, President of The H. John Heinz III Center for Science, Economics and the EnvironmentJames Connaughton, former Chairman of the Council on Environmental QualityFran Mainella, Director of the National Park ServiceLarry Selzer, President and CEO of The Conservation FundRichard Newell, Administrator of the Energy Information AdministrationRobert Bonnie, Senior Advisor to the Secretary for Environment and Climate at USDALinda Fisher, Vice Presidentand Chief Sustainability Officer for DuPontLamar Alexander,U.S. Senator of TennesseeTo complete the experience, student groups assumethe role of "leadership coach." Based on their interactions with the leaders they met, students present analysis and advice relative to leadership on a personal level, organizational level, and more broadly to society. This experience is incredibly unique and is raved by students as the pivotal learning experience over the 2 year program.
- who are del-mem students? DIVERSE student backgroundsWe are committed to recruiting and admitting a diverse student body.Students are geographically diverse, representing all regions of the US and internationally. Peerto Peer Learning
- Students are geographically diverse, representing all regions of the UnitedStates and internationally. Our students have come from 30 states, 4 countries, & 2 US territories! This diversity fuels discussions as different localities bring different environmental pressures and concerns. International students provide alternative lessons and case studies in environmental management and leadership.The DEL-MEM program adapts to time zone issues by recording all webconferences. To get the most out of your education, it is generally expected that students participate in each weekly webconference. Depending on the geographic make-up of the students in the course, faculty may be able to offer multiple meeting sessions. This diversity allows us to integrate real-world experiences, such as managing group projects, into the classroom to further develop management and leadership skills.
- Our students are proof of our success. A significant number of DEL-MEM students make substantial leaps in their careers after graduating. Jim Toomey, a syndicated cartoonist, used his cartoon, Sherman’s Lagoon, his Nicholas School connections, and relationships with Ocean Conservancy and NMFS to highlight the issue of shark overfishing and even testified on Capitol Hill regarding shark conservation. He also was part of the Mission Blue/TED voyage to the Galapagos and presented a TED Talk on shark conservation earlier this year. Now he is partnering with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) todevelop a series of two-minute videos intended to raise awareness of the importance of oceans and the coastal environment. He’s currently using his comic strip to promote marine and ocean conservation; he is currently devoting his comic strips to promoting awareness of Aquarius Reef Base. He has also been working closely with Sylvia Earle (Oceanographer from National Geographic), Céline Cousteau (granddaughter) Marielle Canter entered the program as the Manager for Energy & Mining at Conservation International. Soon after graduation, she was promoted to Senior Manager of Corporate Environmental Leadership Strategies at Conservation International.Michael Stringer – originally with the Cumberland River Compact in KY as a Local Officials Curriculum Coordinator . Currently the Development Director at Southern Oregon Land ConservancyBill Hicks - Senior Water Resources Planner in VA. Upon graduation, became the Engineering and Construction Director in City of Falls Church.Kristin Barker was a Principal Software Engineer at NatureServe. After graduation, she started her own environmental software companyNina Bellucci-Butler was the manager at a recycling firm. Now she’s the director of the business.