Advancing Sustainability Education

Hello Everyone!

I’m Paulina Navrouzoglou, a Lecturer in Economics and the Director of the Undergraduate Economics program at the University of Glasgow. My research focus has recently extended from environmental economics to the field of Education for Sustainable Development, a synergy that brings me a sense of excitement and purpose. However, what truly fills me with fulfilment and joy is to ignite the dreams and unlock the potential of young people. The core values that lead me are: compassion, justice, honour, dedication, and growth.

I am enthusiastic about the prospect of collaborating with each of you. Together, we have a remarkable opportunity to make meaningful contributions by empowering one another and others on our sustainable journeys. I’d like to share this inspiring project:

I also have a blog where i share reflections on teaching expereinces and podcasts:

Our Story

The “UofG Global Challenges Studio” will be part of our transformative Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) initiatives. We will invite students from diverse disciplines and backgrounds to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering a rich exchange of perspectives to co-create the next generation of UofG graduates. These graduates—our “world changers”—will be equipped and intrinsically motivated to drive sustainable and equitable change in society.

Through this studio, we aim to create transformative learning experiences that inspire and empower students to take the lead in regenerative and sustainable initiatives.

Key elements of student engagement:

• Immersive problem-solving: Students will explore the critical trends and challenges in ESD through hands-on, immersive experiences. They’ll engage in reflective activities that challenge them to consider their educational journey and its broader societal implications.
• Collaborative and creative exploration: The studio will offer a variety of student activities such as role-playing, using thinking hats, group sketching, the wishing game, and object relation exercises. These activities will be designed to encourage creative thinking and deep reflection.
• Dialogue and practical application: Students will work closely with educators throughout the term, discussing how their innovative ideas can be practical, scalable, and seamlessly integrated into existing systems. This ongoing dialogue ensures that ideas are actionable and impactful.
• Student-led showcase: The studio experience will culminate in a dynamic, student-led showcase, where participants will design and present their innovative approaches to our community. This event will shine a spotlight on how their ideas can inspire and prepare a generation to lead the way toward sustainable and regenerative futures, adaptable to diverse contexts.

Want to join us in the UofG Global Challenges Studio? We’d love to hear from you—get in touch! 😊