BHP 231 - Honors Seminar:Natural Adventures-Journeys in American Ecology and History

Institution:

Rider University

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Description:

3 credits Examines the linkages between environmental history, biology, and ecology. Human attitudes toward the natural environment are complex and have changed overtime, ranging from terror to exaltation from exploitation to preservation. Focus will be on the impact of changes in human land use and technology on natural ecosystems, exploring feedbacks between the two. Hands-on experiences will supplement readings from the primary literature both in science and history as well as literary explorations of nature. This course is designed for students fascinated by the landscape of the U.S. and the environmental impact of human actions.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rider.edu

Phone Number:

(609) 896-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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