Course Title:
Environmental History of North America
Course Description:
Takes a continental approach to studying the history of environmental change, since the natural world extends beyond national boundaries. Focuses on four natural resources in historical perspective: land, wildlife and habitat, water, and air. Uses major writings about the environmental history of Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the Central American republics. In addition to readings and writing assignments, students are required to use the materials and assignments located on the course Web site, which includes online readings and photographs, class notes and lectures, suggestions for research topics, and links to environmental Web sites located throughout North America.
Fall Offering:
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Summer 1 Offering:
Prerequisite 1:
Summer 2 Offering:
Prerequisite 2:
Cross-Listed Course 1:
Prerequisite 3:
Cross-Listed Course 2:
Prerequisite 4:
Cross-Listed Course 3:
Prerequisite 5:
Cross-Listed Course 4:
Prerequisite Remarks:
Sophomore standing or above; an introductory history course is strongly recommended.
Cross-Listed Course 5:
Repeatable:
N
Additional Information:
Approved course: Arts & Sciences Core-Historical/Ethical/Aesthetic
