Tax carbon? Label genetically modified crops? Ban endocrine disruptors? In this course, an interdisciplinary capstone experience for the ES major, we will engage with such questions and related environmental sustainability issues as public writers. Students will choose one environmental issue, which will be the focus of their environmental “beat” during the semester. They will draw on an interdisciplinary toolset from environmental studies to analyze and communicate the scientific, economic, political, and ethical dimensions of pressing policy issues. Students will conduct independent research to produce weekly articles, such as op-eds, blog posts, press releases, book reviews, policy memos, and interviews with environmental professionals. Class sessions will be organized as writing workshops focused on the interdisciplinary analysis and content of student work.

Units: 1

Max Enrollment: 12

Prerequisites: A declared major in environmental studies and completion of six courses that count toward the ES major, or permission of the instructor. Open to Juniors and Seniors only.

Instructor: Turner

Other Categories: CSPW - Calderwood Seminar in Public Writing

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall

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