Description
This introductory course seeks to answer the question: what are the current types of relationships between nature and culture and what might these relationship look like to better protect natural resources, such as land, water and soil? The course draws from several disciplines that are traditionally designated as humanities. We critique a variety of literature to understand the diverse ways humans value the natural environment; we examine the ethical dilemmas inherent in environmental problems; we investigate traditional and current understanding of nature among different cultures; and, we review the political discourse of different environmental issues and their policy implications. Addresses GLE Learning Outcomes Humanities (HM), Critical Thinking (CT) and Intercultural Knowledge (IK).