I’m Sol.
I have been a college professor for 20 years, specializing in Mindset, Happiness, and Self-Liberation courses. As a Life Coach and Neurodivergent Consultant, I have had the privilege of helping numerous individuals realize their own potential, embracing paths that exist beyond the confines of societal molds. Personally, I am dyslexic, autistic, and have ADHD. Through my own journey, I have learned to navigate a society primarily designed for neurotypicals, reaching for success in my own unique way.
Sol Smith, MS, MFA, EDS
Education
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Southern New Hampshire University
Thesis: “Rethinking Autism: Letting Experience Describe the Condition.”
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Walden University
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Goddard College
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San Diego State University
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International Board of Credentialing
Conference Presentations
Smith, S. “The Link Between Stress, Depression, and Creativity.” LCAD Student Life Speaker Series, Oct. 16, 2020.
Smith, S. “Teaching Social Change Pedagogies to Boost Creativity.” The Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design Symposium, Feb. 20, 2019.
Smith, S. “Writing for Social Change for Student Engagement.” Proceedings of Liberal Arts Network for Development, Feb. 14, 2013.
Smith, S. “Teaching Writing for Social Change in Freshman Composition.” Proceedings of International Writing Across the Curriculum Conference, June. 7-8, 2012.
Podcast
Education vs Schooling
An exciting podcast that examines the advantages of formal education while diving into many of the hidden messages that tend to alienate students, especially members of underrepresented populations. This lecture series helps students to focus on their own learning while still managing to play the “education game” that school asks of us.
Professional Training
Certificate of Positive Psychology
Penn State University, 2022
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certification
Southern New Hampshire University, 2020
DEI Training
Canvas Certification
Long Beach Community College, 2020
Certified for online teaching.
Equity and Inclusion Seminar
Laguna College of Art and Design, 2020
DEI Training
Moodle Certification
Laguna College of Art and Design, 2018
Certified for online teaching.
Professional Affiliations
National Society of Leadership and Success, 2020-Present
Member of national student honor society
California Teachers Association, 2014-Present
Member of teachers association
Professional Affiliations
National Society of Leadership and Success, 2020-Present
Member of national student honor society
California Teachers Association, 2014-Present
Member of teachers association
CHAT WITH ME
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