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4.00 Credits
A multidisciplinary assessment of the causes and consequences of environmental change and degradation in the less developed (Third World) regions of the world. Underlying forces driving critical environmental problems (e.g. deforestation; soil, air, and water pollution; soil erosion; desertification; urbanization) of developing countries are examined through the use of both case studies and theoretical literature. Prerequisite: Environmental Science 110.
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4.00 Credits
(also listed as Political Science 431) An analysis of several global environmental issues and how these issues have shaped, and are shaping, domestic and international political relations. Special attention is devoted to international conferences such as the 1992 "Earth Summit" in Brazil and the forging of international environmental agreements. Future policy prospects and political dynamics also are discussed. Students pursuing a major or minor in Environmental Science or Environmental Studies and a major or minor in Political Science may not "double-count" this course toward the degree requirements of both departments. Prior coursework in international relations (e.g. Political Science 130, 240, 245, or 251) is strongly encourage
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4.00 Credits
Liaison: Professor Bensel An internship in research, analysis, policy development and implementation with the Northwest Regional Office of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. The intern works in one of DEP's sections (Water Supply and Community Health, Air Quality Control, Waste Management, Water Management, Environmental Clean-Up, Oil and Gas, or Pollution Prevention and Compliance Assistance). Must be taken for four semester hours of credit. Prerequisites: Environmental Science 110 and permission of instructor.
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4.00 Credits
Liaison: Professor Pallant An internship in research and environmental education relating to the French Creek watershed. The French Creek Project brings together conservationists, landowners, farmers, the business community, local government officials, and academic institutions in a collaborative effort to protect one of Pennsylvania's premier streams. Interns participate in research, environmental education, public relations, and office communications; each intern is required to complete a writing assignment (in the form of information fact sheets, educational guides, etc.) as part of his/her internship. Prerequisites: Environmental Science 110 and approval of the Director of the French Creek project.
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4.00 Credits
Liaison: Internship Coordinator An internship in wildlife management with the Tamarack Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. The goals of the Center are to rehabilitate injured animals for release back to the wilderness and to educate the public concerning human impacts on wildlife. This internship is intended to be a first-hand learning experience in human/wildlife interactions, in particular examining the positive and negative impacts of human intervention on the natural world. The intern is introduced to the field of wildlife rehabilitation via a weekly class held by the Center's director. In addition, the intern is involved in wildlife capture, assessment, treatment, animal maintenance, and wildlife release. Evaluations of particular animals, diseases, or treatment techniques are written by the intern. To gain a fuller understanding of the context within which rehabilitators operate, the intern participates in educational programs for the public and discussions with other wildlife-related groups. Prerequisites: Biology 220 and approval of the Director of Tamarack Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.
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4.00 Credits
(also listed as Geology 521) Liaison: Professor Cole The internship involves participation in conducting hydrogeologic investigations and the preparation of groundwater-resource reports. Prerequisites: A minor or major in geology and completion of Geology 310 and 400.
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4.00 Credits
(also listed as Geology 522) Liaison: Ms. Findlay An internship in environmental education working with children and/or adults at a local educational facility, such as the French Creek Outdoor Learning Center. This facility is a collaborative effort of the French Creek Project, three local school districts, the Crawford County Development Corporation, and Allegheny's College/Schools Collaborative; as a remediated Superfund site, the Outdoor Learning Center offers many unique opportunities for exploration and interpretation of local ecology and geology. The Center's mission is to promote one of Pennsylvania's premier streams while exploring the impacts of environmental cleanup and management. Interns at this or other environmental education sites participate in research, curriculum development, environmental education, public relations, and office communications. Prerequisites: Environmental Science 110 and approval of the supervisor at the internship site
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4.00 Credits
(also listed as Biology 523) Liaison: Professor Wissinger The intern becomes familiar with the operation of a National Wildlife Refuge and participates in a research project related to wildlife management and conservation biology. In order to be eligible, the student must develop a project proposal in consultation with the liaison and refuge manager. Projects normally involve field or interpretive projects that culminate in a project report, pamphlet, or brochure that is submitted to both the liaison and refuge manager. Prerequisite: Biology 220.
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4.00 Credits
Liaison: Professor Pallant An internship with land and water conservation with the Crawford County Conservation District or the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Both of these governmental agencies work with forestry and agricultural practitioners to protect soil and water resources in Crawford County. The intern participates in projects such as farm conservation planning, flood prevention and watershed control, conservation education, and field assessments of streams, riparian zones and agricultural areas. Prerequisites: Environmental Science 110 and approval of the supervisor at the internship site.
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4.00 Credits
(also listed as Political Science 518) Liaison: Internship Coordinator The student may elect one of the following internship experiences provided he or she has the indicated prerequisites: 1) A specific research project or general work with the Planning Commissioner. The work of the internship requires approximately 10 hours per week. The project is evaluated jointly by the supervising faculty member(s) and the Planning Commissioner; research projects are evaluated through discussions involving the Planning Commissioner, and supervising faculty member(s) and the intern. Prerequisites: Approval of the liaison and the Planning Commissioner, Political Science 341 or 345, and Economics 340, 360, or 585 are recommended. The student intern contracts for two to four semester hours. 2) A project which would involve the preparation of maps and/or reports related to land-use planning, evaluation of natural resources such as sand and gravel deposits, or delineation of areas subject to natural hazards such as flood plains. The liaison, in consultation with the Planning Commissioner, determines a grade based on the student's final report. Prerequisite: The student must develop a project proposal which is acceptable to both the Planning Commissioner and the liaison. The student intern contracts for two to four semester hours.
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