John Hsu is Director and co-Creator of the Climate Leaders Fellowship (CLF), where he drives transformative learning opportunities for students worldwide. Through the program John empowers young people to tackle global challenges through hands-on, community-centered programs.
John Hsu’s Expertise
- Service Learning
- Leadership Development
- Career Preparation
- Environmental Science
- Program Design and Innovation
John Hsu’s Achievements
John’s work is rooted in impact and innovation:
- Creator of the Climate Leaders Fellowship, validated by Boston College’s Purpose Lab for significant growth in student purpose and leadership. 2,563 students have enrolled in Climate Leaders Fellowship programs, fostering a measurable increase in personal purpose and critical consciousness.
- 124 students participated in a virtual global design and Deliberation program with Stanford University’s Deliberation Lab.
- 15 students engaged in a specialized in-person session in Guatemala.
- Founding team member of two nationally recognized nonprofit education startups: Braven and TEACH.org.
John Hsu’s Education
- M.A., Education, Stanford University
- M.B.A., Stanford University
- M.A., Earth and Planetary Sciences, Harvard University
- B.A., Environmental Science and Public Policy, Harvard University
Empowering Students to Lead
John is most proud of the creativity and initiative shown by CLF Fellows. Their projects—ranging from school-based climate initiatives to community action plans—have inspired real change. These young leaders demonstrate the skills and commitment our world needs to confront global challenges.
Building Future Leaders
John finds fulfillment in working directly with CLF Fellows, especially those who take on leadership roles like Student Facilitators or Cohort Co-Directors. Watching these students grow across multiple program cycles is one of the most rewarding aspects of his role.
Global Impact Through
John’s global perspective stems from experiences like assisting in post-tsunami recovery efforts in Indonesia and leading extended learning journeys. A particularly memorable trip was an “around-the-world” adventure where he explored Tanzania, Nepal, and New Zealand, deepening his understanding of global interconnectedness.
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