Scratching Our Niche II/By Invitation Only (IDHP 335)

Term: 2011-2012 Spring Term

Faculty

Dr. Kathleen Duffy SSJShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Kathleen Duffy SSJ

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Robert D. MeyerShow MyInfo popup for Robert D. Meyer

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Dr. Cecelia J. Cavanaugh SSJShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Cecelia J. Cavanaugh SSJ

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Schedule

Tue, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (1/16/2012 - 5/9/2012) Location: MAIN SJ 241

Description

Explores the relationship between human beings and the environment in literature, art, and scientific essay. Employing a comparative approach, we will consider various cultural perspectives on the topic. These include literary and art criticism compared with scientific theory; British, U.S., Latin American, and Spanish authors and artists; indigenous and non-native cultures? understanding of human relationship to nature; and some historical development of theories and disciplines. Includes a Service Learning component and two field trips. WOK: Literary (or Scientific.) Pre-Requisite: By Invitation Only