Environmental Studies, Minor
Program Overview
The Environmental Studies Program is a learning community of students and faculty who use the tools of the humanities and social sciences to identify, name, explain, and analyze the causes of our global ecological crisis. The program supports interdisciplinary, community-engaged approaches to designing and implementing solutions to this crisis that are humane, just, and sustainable. Students take courses across three categories: (1) environmental science, (2) environmental humanities, and (3) environmental justice, public policy, and political economy. The knowledge students acquire in these categories applies to all other majors and enhances post-graduate opportunities. Graduates of the program know the importance of social responsibility and are critical thinkers who can analyze quantitative and qualitative data to help solve pressing problems. The minor in Environmental Studies teaches information, values, and skills that are prized by employers.
Minor Requirements – 18 hours
Environmental Studies Core – 3 hours
| ENST 1301 | Introduction to Environmental Studies | 3 |
Environmental Studies Electives – 15 hours
Environmental Science: 3 - 8 hours
Choose from:
Environmental Humanities: 3 - 9 hours
Choose from:
Environmental Justice, Public Policy and Political Economy: 3 - 9 hours
Choose from:
| ANTH 2311 | Global Health and Social Justice: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Illness and Inequality | 3 |
| CRIJ 4316 | Environmental Crime and Justice | 3 |
| ENVR 4301 | Environmental Regulations | 3 |
| ENVR 4302 | Environmental Impact Analysis | 3 |
| ENVR 4357 | Urban Sustainability | 3 |
| MGMT 4362 | Business and Sustainability | 3 |
| POLS 4356 | U.S. Environmental Policy | 3 |
| SOCI 3348 | Disaster and Society | 3 |
| SOCW 3395 | The Natural Environment and Human Well-Being | 3 |
| ENST 4380 | Environmental Studies Directed Research | 3 |
| ENST 4390 | Environmental Studies Internship | 3 |
Only one course in ENST 4380 or ENST 4390 can be used to fulfill requirements. Students should consult with a faculty advisor before enrolling PAFF 4363 to ensure that the course topic is applicable to the minor.