IS 3209H - Honors:Apocalypse Now? The Science and Policy of Preparing for a Catastrophe

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University of Minnesota-Morris

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Popular visions, policy response, and scientific underpinnings of potentially catastrophic societal problems past and present. Do we worry about the right things? How do scientists, politicians, and purveyors of popular culture assess which threats warrant attention? (two 50-min lect/disc plus multiple evening film screenings)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.morris.umn.edu/

Phone Number:

(320) 589-6035

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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