ENVS 11000 - Science, Society and Environment

Course Credit: 1
This course presents a number of concepts that lie at the core of the field of environmental studies. Instead of just looking at environmental problems, we examine their multidimensional causes (sociopolitical as well as biophysical) and what kinds of human and political actions can lead to solutions. The writing portion of this “W” course is focused on producing both written and oral work (podcasts) for a popular audience, so students will learn techniques for turning complex environmental science topics into essays easily understood by an educated audience. [W]