From Social Work to Global Leadership: Jody Olsen on Service, Empowerment, and the Peace Corps

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The UMB Pulse, Jody Olsen, PhD, MSW '72, a distinguished leader in global public service and former Peace Corps director shares her journey from aspiring social worker to influential advocate for women's empowerment, cross-cultural understanding, and global citizenship.Olsen, an alumna of the University of Maryland School of Social Work, shares in detail about her experiences leading transformative Peace Corps programs, overcoming challenges, and her ongoing contributions to the University of Maryland, Baltimore community.00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jody Olsen02:37 Early Life and Career Beginnings05:09 Navigating Leadership Challenges09:04 Impact of the Peace Corps in Eastern Europe17:20 Women's Empowerment and Mentorship36:36 Global Community Building and UMB's Role43:33 Memorable Moments and Reflections49:31 Advice to the Younger GenerationListen to The UMB Pulse on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you like to listen. The UMB Pulse is also now on YouTube.Visit our website at umaryland.edu/pulse or email us at [email protected].