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College Catalog 2025 - 2026

ENV-223 Environmental Ethics

Environmental Ethics explores the moral relationship between humans and the natural world, focusing on how ethical frameworks guide decisions on environmental issues. Students will examine theories such as biocentrism, ecofeminism, and the land ethic while addressing topics like climate change, conservation, biodiversity, environmental justice, and sustainability. Through case studies and analysis, the course emphasizes ethical reasoning and pragmatic solutions to environmental challenges, preparing students to advocate for sustainability, justice, and responsible stewardship. This course meets the General Education requirement for Community and Cultural Contexts.
Prerequisites ENV-105  or ENV-110  or ENG-111 
Gen. Ed. Course Yes
Mass Transfer Course Yes
Credits: 3