GES 326 - American Conservation Thought

(3.00)

An exploration of the major ideas and events of American conservation history from European colonization through to the modern environmental movement. The course focuses upon changing attitutdes towards nature, wildlife, and natural resources and also covers the evolution of federal policy regarding the establishment and management of national parks, forests and wilderness areas. In addition, we will review and analyze some of the major environmental and resource controversies of the last 100 years.

Course ID: 51158
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Writing Intensive, Social Sciences (GFR)
Prerequisite: You must complete GES 102 or GES 105 or GES 110 or GES 120 with a C or better or have a Junior standing.