Generation Z Leads: A Guide for Developing the Leadership Capacity of Generation Z Students

As Generation Z (individuals born from 1995 to 2010) emerges into adulthood, educators will encounter new challenges and opportunities with this new cohort of students. Members of Generation Z have grown up in a very different world from their parents, resulting in unique perspectives and experiences that define this generation.

Higher-education experts Dr. Corey Seemiller and Meghan Grace first began studying Generation Z for their book Generation Z Goes to College. They are now offering an even more specialized guide with Generation Z Leads, showcasing ideas and strategies for developing the leadership capacities of Generation Z students.

Seemiller and Grace cover

• reasons why Generation Z students may not be drawn to leadership experiences,
• value propositions that resonate with Generation Z students to enhance participation,
• marketing and recruitment strategies that align with a high-touch and high-tech generation,
• effective ways to structure leadership experiences,
• opportunities to reframe service learning to social change,
• ideas for integrating entrepreneurship and social innovation into the leadership curriculum,
• insight into the roles of mentor and adviser,
• effective communication strategies that work with this generation, and
• practices for assessing leadership development and recognizing student achievements.