Storying the Self: How Stories Shape our Identities

The University of Colorado Boulder, founded in 1876 and set against the Rocky Mountains, is a major research university serving more than 37,000 students with nearly 3,000 international learners. CU Boulder is recognized for academic excellence, expansive research programs and a sustainability-driven campus culture. Students benefit from an array of undergraduate, graduate and professional offerings that encourage innovation across science, engineering, business, arts and humanities.

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This non-degree program is for individuals who want to understand how stories shape their identities. It's offered by the University of Colorado Boulder and takes place online. The program helps students connect with their creative inspiration and revisit significant life moments that have shaped who they are.

The curriculum explores how artists have understood their identities through creative media and scholarly discussions. Students will engage with literary analysis and creative expression to understand their own identities and those of others. The program covers themes and theories that help leaders understand identities across human diversity.

Upon completion, students can pursue careers as an Identity Coach, Creative Consultant, or Diversity and Inclusion Specialist. They can work in industries such as education, healthcare, or human resources, helping individuals and organizations understand and appreciate diverse identities.