Students in the EEC track learn how to teach and communicate environmental issues to diverse audiences using a variety of methods.
"This track is designed for students who are interested in the environment, like to work with people, like science, and like to connect with natural resources." —Prof. Stephan Carlson
A Faculty Perspective
A Student's Perspective: Briana Burke
A Student's Perspective: Emma Ledin
Students gain a solid base of knowledge in the environmental sciences, environmental ethics, and the social context of environmental issues. They also develop a practical set of skills for teaching effectively in informal settings and for communicating clearly.
Graduates will have a firm understanding of the challenges involved in educating and communicating about science- and value-based environmental subjects.
Sample Four-Year Plan
The sample plan below shows you one of several possible ways to complete this degree. Use Graduation Planner to make your customized plan, and work with your academic adviser to ensure that you are on track to graduate on time.
First Year
First Year
| Fall Semester |
|---|
ESPM 1001 Freshmen Orientation to Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management (1 credit) (15 credits total) |
| Spring Semester |
ESPM 2021 Environmental Sciences: Integrated Problem Solving (3 credits) (16 credits total) |
Second Year
Second Year
| Fall Semester |
|---|
BIOL 3012 General Zoology (4 credits) (14 credits total) |
| Spring Semester |
ESPM 3607 Natural Resources Consumption and Sustainability (3 credits) (16 credits total) |
Third Year
Third Year
| Fall Semester |
|---|
ESPM 3000 - Seminar on Current Issues for ESPM : 1.0 cr (15 credits total) |
| Spring Semester |
PMB 2022 General Botany (3 credits) (16 credits total) |
Fourth Year
Fourth Year
| Fall Semester |
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ESPM 4041W Problem Solving for Environmental Change (4 credits) (15 credits total) |
| Spring Semester |
FW 4102 Principles of Conservation Biology (3 credits) (14 credits total) |