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Environmental Studies Minor

Minor in Environmental Studies

Students who complete a minor in Environmental Studies will be able to:

  • Analyze, explain, and evaluate environmental issues from both scientific/technical and social/political/economic perspectives.
  • Integrate and synthesize knowledge from multiple disciplines.
  • Explain and apply the methodologies and approaches that different disciplines bring to bear on complex problems.
  • Work productively and effectively with students from other disciplines and with other points of view.
  • Confront and grapple with real issues of contemporary significance.
  • Gain employment or pursue further study that emphasizes interdisciplinary knowledge and skills.

Minor Coordinators by College:

CLA ~ Benjamin F. Funston-Timms ~ btimms@calpoly.edu

OCOB ~ Aric P. Shafran ~ ashafran@calpoly.edu

CENG ~ Paul E. Anderson ~ pander14@calpoly.edu

CAED ~ Margot K. McDonald ~ mmcdonal@calpoly.edu

CAFES ~ Nicholas E. Williams ~ nwilli37@calpoly.edu

BCSM ~ Dena Grossenbacher ~ dgrossen@calpoly.edu

Environmental Studies Minor Worksheet for planning purposes only: ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES MINOR WORKSHEET

DECLARE MINOR FORM
Follow the form instructions and enter the minor coordinator's email for your college from the above list: 
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES DECLARATION FORM for Semesters

MINOR COURSE SUBSTITUTIONS
Inquire with your minor coordinator about the substitution (include the course number, name, and description), and fill out the appropriate form based on your catalog:

Cal Poly Catalog for course details

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