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The Environmental Studies Program is designed to
provide students with a broad base of knowledge and skills necessary
to understand the interactions between people and their environment.
It leads
to a Bachelor of Art in Environmental Studies. An integrative
philosophy is woven through the course of study which involves
opportunity for internship in related environmental employment.> |
"I used to envy the father of our
race, dwelling as he did in contact with the new-made fields and
plants of Eden; but I do so no more, because I have discovered that
I also live in "creation's dawn."
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Goals of Students in the Program:
 To
understand the interactions between living things and the physical
environment.
To
appreciate the impact of human societies on the earth.
To
understand the biogeochemical cycles and how they affect global
changes.
To
see the linkages between human choices and environmental effects.
To
appreciate the need for environmental ethics and to embrace a
philosophy
of sustainability relative to natural resources.
Minor in Environmental Studies
ENV 112 and HIST 325 are required for the minor in Environmental
Studies. In addition, three upper division Environmental (ENV)
courses are required. The student may choose from the following
courses: ENV 375, ENV 427, ENV 460, ENV 497, ENV 498, ENV 499. |
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The demand for people trained in environmental fields is strong.
According to the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for
employment in this area is expected to increase faster than the
average for all occupations through the year 2005.
There are many career opportunities which require an academic
background in Environmental Sciences or Environmental Studies. These
positions include: agricultural scientist, conservation scientists,
ecologists, environmental attorneys, environmental health and safety
inspectors, foresters, hydrologists, regional planners, urban
planners and wildlife biologists.
While education is not a guarantee of employment, people with
degrees in environmental majors can qualify for jobs in local, state
and federal government agencies and departments. Due to
increased demands for information, inspection and litigation, the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is adding about 600 new
full-time employees to its roster each year. In addition to
the various levels of governmental units, private businesses utilize
many people with environmental training as well. Of course,
some of these positions require graduate training at the master's
level or above, but that academic path begins with a solid
undergraduate degree.
The environmental internship offers students experience in dealing
with environmental issues and help in determining their particular
career interests.
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 Bachelor
of Art in Environmental Studies
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Students
must complete a minimum of 128 hours. This includes major
coursework as well as the general education requirements common to
all students. After a foundation of common courses of study,
the student selects an emphasis in either natural sciences or social
sciences.
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Required Courses: |
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General Education Requirements |
50 |
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| BIOL 103 |
Introduction to Biology |
4 |
| SCI 101 |
World Regional Geography |
3 |
HIST 315
SOC 102 |
History of American
Indians or
Introduction to Anthropology |
4
3 |
| ENV 112 |
Introduction to Environmental Science |
3 |
| ENV 375 |
Strategies
in Sustainability |
3 |
| ENV 427 |
Hazardous
Wastes & Environmental Health |
3 |
| ENV 460 |
Environmental Law and Policy |
3 |
| ENV 498 |
Seminar |
2 |
| ENV 499 |
Internship |
3 |
| HUM 475 |
Environmental Ethics |
3 |
HIST 313
HIST 323 |
Human and
Natural History of St. Louis Region or
Human and Natural History of Midwest |
4
4 |
| HIST 325 |
Topics in
Environmental History |
3 |
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Total credits for Environmental Studies major (B.A.): 42 credits
major + general education requirements. A minor is required
for a B.A. in Environmental Studies.
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