ENVS 352 - American Environmental History

Institution:

Columbia College - Missouri

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Analysis of American environmental history from the colonial period to the present. This course traces the connections between human society and its surroundings in the various bioregions of North America. In particular, it focuses upon how ideas, attitudes, institutions, and technologies impacted the American experience with nature. Significant attention will be given to indigenous ecology, agricultural extension, resource conservation, and green politics. Cross-listed as HIST 352. Prerequisite: junior standing. ENVS 390 Environmental Studies Project 1 hr. Final culminating project arranged in conjunction with one or more of the Environmental Science faculty. This project may take the form of library or lab research, a field experience or internship, or a creative project. The project should demonstrate a synthesis of ideas from the ENVS minor. The course must be completed with a grade of C or higher. Prerequisite: Completed at least 12 hours toward the Environmental Studies minor.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ccis.edu

Phone Number:

(573) 875-8700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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