Core Skills for Success

Kravis Lab for Social Impact has identified 9 key skills that students will need to succeed in college and beyond. These are skills they may not learn in the classroom. Students will have the opportunity to learn, apply and master these skills throughout their college experience, which will prepare them to be responsible agents of change in their career and life.

Courage

Action Mindset: Courage to take risks and take action

Resilience: Courage to bounce back from failure

Time Optimization: Courage to do what really matters

Creativity

Problem Solving: Creativity to solve complex problems

Innovation: Creativity to spark bold change

Transformative Communication: Creativity to engage and influence others

Collaboration

Empathy: Ability to understand others’ perspectives

Social and Emotional Learning: Ability to connect deeply with others and develop meaningful relationships

Teamwork: Ability to foster win/win solutions for all involved