Environmental Studies (ENST)

Information about experimental courses, when offered, will be available at the Office of the Registrar late in the Spring Quarter preceding the academic year in which the courses are scheduled. Such courses are numbered 191, 291, 391 or 491.

ENST 101 INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES - 5 hrs
An introduction to the nature, origins, and potential solutions of environmental problems. The course draws upon principles of ecology and economics, as well as the physical sciences and the humanities. Hands on experiences, including an analysis of campus ecology and field trips exploring both pristine and damaged regions of our environment are emphasized.

ENST 390 INDEPENDENT STUDY - 1-5 hrs
Independent study. Opportunity for work in topics of special interest. Prereq: Permission of Instructor.

ENST 401 ADVANCED ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES - 5 hrs
This course examines a current topic of environmental importance with a team of faculty representing several of the academic divisions: natural sciences, professional studies, humanities, arts, and social sciences. The course consists of multidisciplinary readings and seminars. ENST 401 is open to all senior students, and it is required as the capstone experience for students completing the environmental studies minor. ENST 401 also fulfills the SYE requirement.

ENST 490 INTERNSHIP - 1-15 hrs
Internships are available to qualified students upon submission of a written proposal. Application to the Environmental Studies coordinator must be made one term in advance of the internship.