Oct 03, 2024  
College Catalog 2024-2025 
    
College Catalog 2024-2025

ENVI 335 - Science and Citizenship

Cross-Listed as POLI 335  
This course focuses on environmental controversies as a means for exploring the dynamic relationship between science, technology and society. Through topics such as genetically modified foods, geoengineering and toxic waste disposal, the course will critically examine concepts of risk, uncertainty, trust, credibility, expertise and citizenship. Students will also examine the role of art and media in shaping of public consciousness. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Offered occasionally. (4 Credits)