- Student Originated Studies: Environmental Studies

Institution:

The Evergreen State College

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Faculty: Paul Butler (geology) Major areas of study include geology, hydrology, physical geography and statistics. Class Standing: Juniors or seniors; transfer students welcome. Prerequisites: Faculty signature required (see below). Faculty signature: To enroll, students must develop an Independent Learning Contract in consultation with Paul Butler. Interested students who have a project in mind should send their proposal to Paul Butler and arrange an appointment. For more information, contact Paul Butler, (360) 867-6722 or butlerp@evergreen. edu. Contract proposals received by the Academic Fair, November 28, 2007, will be given priority. Qualified students will be accepted until the program fills. Student Originated Studies (SOS) offers opportunities for advanced students to create their own course of study and research. Prior to the beginning of winter quarter, interested individual students or small groups of students must consult with the faculty sponsor about their proposed projects. The project is then described in an Independent Learning Contract. The faculty sponsor will support student research in environmental studies that focuses on the physical environment of the Pacific Northwest. Project proposals for work outside this area will be considered on a case by case basis. Students wishing to conduct environmental fieldwork need to demonstrate that they have the appropriate skills. Total: 8 to 16 credits. Enrollment: 12 Program is preparatory for careers and future studies in environmental studies and earth science.

Credits:

8.00 - 16.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.evergreen.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 867-6170

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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