Sustainability (SUS)

SUS 002, LEADERSHIP, 0 Credits

Provides students with basic personal and interpersonal leadership skills that can be used within and outside of a work setting. Through practice, the leadership experience help students explore motivation, decision-making, time management, power, team building, conflict, ethics, dealing with change, communication skills, and diversity issues.

SUS 102, *INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY, 4 Credits

An introduction to the science behind critical environmental issues and the biological basis of creating and maintaining sustainable ecosystems. Focus on such questions as: how do we decide what to believe about environmental issues? How do we quantify, restore, and value biodiversity? What is valid science in the global warming debate?

Attributes: CPBS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Biological Science

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SUS 103, *INTRODUCTION TO CLIMATE CHANGE, 4 Credits

An introduction to the principles of climate change science with an emphasis on the empirical evidence for climate change. Students will learn critical thinking skills to assess such questions as: How do we determine the processes controlling global warming? How do we predict trends in climate change? How do we calculate and understand uncertainty in these predictions? What is valid science in the global warming debate?

Attributes: CPPS – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Physical Science

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SUS 200, ORIENTATION TO SUSTAINABILITY, 2 Credits

Examines the relationship between environmental health and inclusive social well-being. Introduces field of sustainability and how it can complement work in other fields. Focuses on foundational concepts in the field of sustainability as well as key competencies necessary for making progress towards sustainability goals. Explores career opportunities in the field of sustainability.

SUS 299, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SUS 304, *SUSTAINABILITY ASSESSMENT, 4 Credits

Explores theories and application of sustainability assessment techniques and analysis methods. Practical application of globally recognized assessment protocol, including checklists, footprinting, life-cycle analysis and the indicators used to conduct these analyses. Emphasis on ecological and social indicators, although economic indicators are explored.

Attributes: CSST – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Science/Technology/Society

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SUS 325, ^AG AND ENVIRONMENTAL PREDICAMENTS: A CASE STUDY APPROACH, 3 Credits

Analyze controversial agricultural and environmental issues, synthesize information from diverse sources, and apply scientific knowledge to recommend specific courses of action to solve real world problems. Develop oral and written communication skills through individual and group work. CROSSLISTED as CROP 325/SOIL 325/SUS 325.

Attributes: CWIC – Bacc Core, Skills, Writing Intensive Course

Equivalent to: CROP 325, SOIL 325

SUS 331, *SUSTAINABILITY, JUSTICE, AND ENGAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Many sustainability crises are local, and the people most impacted tend to be groups already experiencing difference, lack of power, and discrimination. Transformational responses led by those most affected will be examined -- responses that address the environmental problem while also building social and economic power for those affected. The tools and tactics used to achieve positive changes will be analyzed.

Attributes: CPDP – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Difference/Power/Discrimination

Equivalent to: SUS 331H

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SUS 331H, *SUSTAINABILITY, JUSTICE, AND ENGAGEMENT, 3 Credits

Many sustainability crises are local, and the people most impacted tend to be groups already experiencing difference, lack of power, and discrimination. Transformational responses led by those most affected will be examined -- responses that address the environmental problem while also building social and economic power for those affected. The tools and tactics used to achieve positive changes will be analyzed.

Attributes: CPDP – Bacc Core, Perspectives, Difference/Power/Discrimination; HNRS – Honors Course Designator

Equivalent to: SUS 331

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SUS 350, *SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES, 4 Credits

Introduction to the concept of sustainable communities from a multidisciplinary perspective. Instructors from a broad array of disciplines and professions. Development of holistic thinking skills and innovative solutions to complex problems.

Attributes: CSGI – Bacc Core, Synthesis, Contemporary Global Issues

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SUS 401, RESEARCH, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

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SUS 402, INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SUS 410, INTERNSHIP, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

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SUS 420, SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF SUSTAINABILITY, 3 Credits

Focuses on the social aspects of sustainability, including how the environment, the economy, social life interact to create the world we live in. Explores how social institutions (school, government, business, family) contribute to sustainability and promote or discourage social and environmental justice at local and global scales.

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SUS 450, SUSTAINABLE ORGANIZATIONS, 3 Credits

Provides knowledge and tools to facilitate sustainability transitions at organizational and sectoral levels. Focuses on how pioneering organizations leverage technology, business and management skills, assessment tools, and stakeholder engagement and communication strategies to fully embed sustainability in their operations. Relates policy frameworks to sector-wide transformations. Develops comprehensive sustainability plans for a specific organization.

Prerequisite: SUS 304 (may be taken concurrently) with C- or better and SUS 350 (may be taken concurrently) [C-]

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SUS 499, SPECIAL TOPICS, 1-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.

SUS 599, SPECIAL TOPICS, 0-16 Credits

This course is repeatable for 16 credits.