ENVS 350 - U.S.and Western Environmental Politics

Institution:

Western Colorado University

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Description:

An historical and contemporary investigation of U.S. environmental policies with an applied focus on the impact of national policy on the ecosystems and cultures of the American West. Reciprocally, this course traces how pubic lands agencies, social movements, historical land uses, and diverse cultures in the West shape U.S. environmental policy. Students combine analysis and discussion of major U.S. policies, prominent theories and issues, and studentled environmental service projects to better understand environmental challenges. Prerequisites: ENVS 100; ECON 201 or ENVS 200 or SCI 202; junior standing, or instructor approval.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.western.edu

Phone Number:

(970) 943-0120

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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