North American Environmental History
This course surveys the environment and environmentalism in United States history, from the transformation of New England into a farm ecology, the expansion of the cotton South, the settlement of the West, to the rise of industrial cities, suburban sprawl, and the globalization of the economy.
Prerequisites: Department Consent Required.
Outcomes: Students will be able to demonstrate historical knowledge of environmental thought and ecological science, to draw links between environmental concerns and public policies, and to develop critical thinking and communication skills.
This course surveys the environment and environmentalism in United States history, from the transformation of New England into a farm ecology, the expansion of the cotton South, the settlement of the West, to the rise of industrial cities, suburban sprawl, and the globalization of the economy.
Prerequisites: Department Consent Required.
Outcomes: Students will be able to demonstrate historical knowledge of environmental thought and ecological science, to draw links between environmental concerns and public policies, and to develop critical thinking and communication skills.
This is a writing intensive class. A grade of C- or better in UCWR 110 is required to enroll.
Class takes place in Woodstock, IL at LUREC from May 10-29. With only occasional exceptions determined on a case-by-case basis, students are required to live at LUREC during weekdays and are encouraged to stay for the weekends. Partial scholarships for room and board are available if you register by April 1. For more information contact Ray Dybzinski: rdybzinski@luc.edu.
Class Details
MoTuWeThFr 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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N American Environ History
ENVS 297 - 01W (1927)
Status: Open - Enrl
Seats Taken: 5
Wait List Total: 0