Merge environmental science, environmental politics, and media production to gain important new insights into the complex forces driving environmental degradation. Examine how multimedia communications influence policy outcomes and scientific enterprise on this interdisciplinary program.This 6-credit program brings together faculty and students in environmental science, international politics, and media production to forge an interdisciplinary approach to environmental issues. The experience in the Galapagos Islands is the fieldwork component of the semester-long spring course titled, The Practice of Environmentalism: Science, Policy, and Communication. Students spend the spring semester learning field research methods, policy analysis, documentary communication techniques, and other relevant skills designed to give a broad understanding of and engagement with particular environmental challenges. During the summer fieldwork course, they produce multi-faceted projects that highlight their interdisciplinary learning. The Program is jointly offered by SIS, SOC, and CAS.
Because the program occurs over two semesters, students are required to commit to both the spring and summer courses upon application. They carry 3 credits in the spring and 3 credits in the summer.Students spend a few days in Quito, Ecuador before flying together to the Galapagos Islands where they travel in research teams between the various islands that make up the archipelago.Students will be registered in the spring semester for 3 credits of SIS 596, ENVS 596, or COMM 596. Regular AU tuition plus the SOC equipment fee ($100) will be charged through Student Accounts. Students will also be registered in the summer semester for 3 credits of SIS 303/603. Regular AU tuition plus the program fee will be charged through Student Accounts.Graduate and undergraduate AU students in all majors and disciplines may apply. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement, an interest in environmental issues, and the ability to adapt to a cross-cultural team environment.
SIS/SOC/CAS Program in the Galapagos
Created by Rebecca Hicks on 02/10/2011 // Last Update by Rebecca Hicks on 02/10/11
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