Envr 201: Introduction to Environmental Studies

Three lecture hours a week. 1 unit.
Prerequisite: none.

Dr. Chris Stevenson (cstevens@richmond.edu)
GSC C-209, 289-8635

Course Description

ENVR 201, Introduction to Environmental Studies, provides an overview of contemporary environmental issues, including species extinction, resource depletion, and pollution. Students examine the behavior leading to environmental degradation, the scientific, ethical and economic aspects of the resulting problems, and study policies intended to provide solutions.

The course will interest anyone learning more about environmental issues; it is also the first in the sequence of courses leading to a degree in Environmental Studies.