Environmental Studies

major minor

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Program at a Glance

Degree(s)

Bachelor of Arts

College(s)/School(s)

College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences

Department(s)

Molecular Biology and Chemistry Organismal and Environmental Biology

In our Environmental Studies program, you will gain a multidimensional understanding of the complexities surrounding environmental challenges. Explore these issues from various perspectives, equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills to design and implement impactful solutions. Delve into the intricate interplay between human activity and our biological systems, preparing yourself for meaningful civic engagement. Join Christopher Newport's academic community, embrace the call to action, and make a positive impact on the environment and the world we inhabit.

Degree Requirements

Environmental Studies

Students majoring in Environmental Studies who complete all requirements earn the degree of BA, Interdisciplinary Studies.

Core

BIOL 212 - Principles of Biology II
BIOL 212L - Principles of Biology II Lab
Select one:
- CHEM 103 - Intro to Chemistry
- CHEM 121 - General Chemistry I
CHEM 111L - Environmental Studies Chemistry Lab
ECON 203 - Environmental Economic Literacy for the Citizen
EVST 220 - Introduction to Environmental Studies [formerly IDST 220, equivalent]
IDST 490 - Interdisciplinary Studies Capstone Project
LDSP 250 - Environmental Leadership
MATH 125 - Elementary Statistics
ENGL 393 - Environmental Imaginings
PHIL 376 - Environmental Ethics
POLS 371W - Public Administration and Policy

Elective (12 credits)

Select four (no more than six credits from the same discipline)
- ANTH 325 - Food and Culture [Same as SOCL 325]
- ANTH 331 - Environment, Culture and Society
- CHEM 104 - Introductory Chemistry II
- CHEM 104L - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory II
- ECON 301 - Environmental Economics
- EVST 395 - Topics in Environmental Studies
- EVST 495 - Topics in Environmental Studies
- GEOG 308 - The Urbanizing World
- HIST 342 - American Environmental History
- HIST 343 - Global Environmental History
- POLS 391 - International Environmental Politics
- RSTD 337 - Religion and Ecology
- RSTD 338 - Pilgrimage on the Appalachian Trail
- PHYS 142 - Energy: Principles, Problems and Societal Impact

Environmental Studies minor

Core (15 credits)

Select one:
- CHEM 103 - Introductory Chemistry I
- CHEM 121 - General Chemistry I
Select one:
- CHEM 103L - Intorductory Chemistry I Laboratory
- CHEM 111L - Environmental Studies Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM 121L - General Chemistry Laboratory
Select one:
- BIOL 115 - Topics in Ecology and the Environment
- BIOL 212 - Principles of Biology II
Select one:
- BIOL 109L - General Biology Laboratory
- BIOL 212L - Principles of Biology II Laboratory
EVST 220 - Introduction to Environmental Studies

Electives (12 credits)

Select two:
- ENGL 326 - Writing about the Environment
- ENGL 393 - Environmental Imaginings
- HIST 342 - American Environmental History
- HIST 343 - Global Environmental History
- PHIL 376 - Environmental Ethics
- RSTD 337 - Religion and Ecology
- RSTD 338 - Pilgrimage on the Appalachian Trail
Select two:
- ANTH 325 - Food and Culture
- ANTH 331 - Environment, Culture and Society
- ECON 203 - Environmental Economic Literacy for the Citizen
- ECON 301 - Environmental Economics
- GEOG 211 - Geography of Human-Environment Interaction
- LDSP 250 - Environmental Leadership
- POLS 371W - Public Administration and Policy
- POLS 391 - International Environmental Politics

Course Catalog

Career Options

Environmental Scientist
Environmental Consultant
Sustainability Officer
Conservation Scientist
Environmental Educator