Minor in Environmental Studies

Introduction to Environment: 3-4 Credit Hours

All students seeking the minor must have one broad survey course on the human/nature relationship. Select one course from the following, which can be double-counted with General Education :

Environmental Science Literacy: 3-4 Credit Hours

The Environmental Literacy requirement ensures that Minors will have at least one course providing depth and focus on at least one environmental science topic. Select one course from the following, which can be double-counted with General Education :

The Socio-Cultural Context of Environmental Studies: 12 Credit Hours

The core of the Environmental Studies minor is exploring the human/nature relationship and the challenges emerging from it through multiple disciplinary lenses, resulting in a truly interdisciplinary environmental studies experience. Select four courses (a minimum of 12 credit hours) from the following. Only two courses with the same course subject may be taken. Approved special topics courses. Approved internship programs. Approved study abroad courses.

Senior Seminar Capstone Course: 3 Credit Hours

The culminating experience for the environmental studies minor is the combined capstone, co-taught by two faculty members from different fields and joined by the environmental science and environmental management minors. With a small size, opportunities for experiential field trips and engagement with current environmental challenges, ENVT 400 creates an all hands on deck opportunity to demonstrate interdisciplinary competency in environmental studies and to make a difference with real environmental, sustainability, climate justice and resiliency problems.