Course Description:
In A Sand County Almanac, Aldo Leopold suggested that ?the stirring of an ecological conscience? is found in conservationists who view the land as biota and its function broader than commodity production. Students? motives for entering into the fields of environmental conservation often originate from this same stirring, yet they may not recognize fully the nature of this stirring and its deeper implications for a satisfying career. Thus, this course is designed for students who wish to explore deeply this idea of an ecological conscience through the eyes of Aldo Leopold, evaluate the development of one?s own sense of an ecological conscience, and express in compelling personal essays the transformative experiences that have been foundational to their pursuit of a way of life and living in conservation and environmental protection. Reading and essay writing will provide the material for a rich, discussion-driven format. Students will develop skills in leading group discussion, and in writing clear and expressive essays. This work will be linked to long-term ecological reflections with participation in a reading at the end of the semester open to the college community. Prerequisites: WC-R, SC-R, RE-R.
Completes General Education Requirements: WC-I, SC-I, RE-I LAS