Environmental Studies Minor
The minor in Environmental studies is an 18-credit program of study that offers students a chance to round out their training with interdisciplinary coursework in environmental challenges and solutions. This minor is a strong fit for many students because it offers broad exposure through introductory level courses, remains highly accessible with many courses open to non-majors, provides flexibility through a wide range of elective options, and pairs easily with many majors to create valuable interdisciplinary experience.
sample courses:
This course examines 1) the physical basis for climate change; 2) how climates are changing and how we know and assess that climates are changing; and 3) the effects of climate change on natural and human systems. The course is team-taught and will involve participation by scholars across the university with expertise in specific subjects. This is a broad, introductory course for first year students and presumes no special subject matter knowledge on the part of the student.
This course provides an introduction to and overview of environmental policy. Subjects covered include the policy process, the behavior of interest groups and political parties, and the actions of policymakers like Congress and the President. We'll also examine issues such as pollution control, climate change, and biodiversity.
