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ENV 2204 - Society and Natural Resources

Credits: 4
This course will introduce students to the human dimensions of natural resource issues, including a variety of theories and concepts used in the multidisciplinary field of environmental studies to better understand the intersections of biophysical processes and socio-political systems. Specifically, this  course takes a deep dive into trends and particular instances of environmental inequality in the United States / North America. We will use case studies  throughout the semester to explore the wide range of people and places affected by environmental injustice, including urban and rural communities of color,  low-income communities, indigenous peoples, immigrant populations - and the intersection thereof with other social identities (e.g., age, ability, gender, religion, occupation). This course  will offer a mix of lecture and discussion sessions, asking students to experiment with multiple forms of critical analysis as individuals and groups, from writing  book reviews to engaging with current events to a final case study analysis. After taking this course, students should be further prepared to engage in debates  and action with other academics, politicians, and citizens to address environmental inequalities at home and beyond.
Prerequisites ENV-1131 or ENV-2151
McDaniel Plan: Multicultural



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