Sustainability Policy Studies (Minor)
The minor in sustainability policy studies is a broad program for students interested in pursuing a deeper understanding of environmental policies and their impact. Students will encounter cultural, economic, political and historical contexts for the examination of environmental sustainability policies. It may be pursued by students in any baccalaureate program, and would be particularly appropriate for students majoring in biology, business, new media and communications, or those interested in pursuing a career in politics or government, regardless of major.
Curriculum for the Minor in Sustainability Policy Studies
Required courses (Credit: 12 hours)
| POLS 2201 | State and Local Government | 3 credits |
| POLS 3030 | Introduction to Public Policy | 3 credits |
| POLS 3944 | Environmental Politics and Policy | 3 credits |
| HIST 4040 | Humans and their Environment since 1945 | 3 credits |
Choose two from the following (Credit: 6 hours)
| ECON 2105 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 credits |
| ECON 3175 | International Economics | 3 credits |
| HIST 4740 | American Environmental History | 3 credits |
| IDS 4020 | Science, Politics, and Culture | 3 credits |
Total Hours: 18