Sustainability Studies (SUST)
1134 [134].
Introduction to Sustainability Studies [Creating a Sustainable Future: Introduction to Environmental, Social, and Economic Health].
(3)
An introduction to creating a sustainable future that supports environmental health and restoration, social equity, and economic vitality. Examines challenges and examples of integrated, creative strategies on local, regional, national, and global levels.
334.
Sustainability Practicum to Benefit the Campus or Community.
(3)
A collaborative hands-on local sustainability project directly benefiting the campus or community, designing creative approaches to satisfy basic needs (such as food, health, energy, transportation) in a future-sustaining way.
Prerequisite: 1134.
364.
Local Food Systems Practicum [Growers' Market Practicum].
(3)
The course focuses on the food, history, economic and social benefits of growers' markets. Students gain hands-on skills to develop and manage actual growers' markets.
Prerequisite: 1134.
*384.
Heritage Farming Practicum.
(3)
A theoretical background focusing on the history of agriculture in New Mexico and the Southwest. Readings will enhance the student's understanding about Hispanic and Native American relations with nature and the environment.
Prerequisite: 1134.
*402.
Topics in Sustainability Studies.
(1-6 to a maximum of 18 Δ)
Explore specific topics that address the environmental, economic, and social aspects of sustainability. Topics may include legacies of leaders in sustainability, development of foodsheds, and other innovations.
*418.
Nuclear New Mexico: Environmental and Social Impacts.
(3)
In this course, we will explore multiple aspects of nuclearism in the Southwest, including environmental justice issues, environmental racism, radioactive colonialism, atomic tourism, and the global implications of "the bomb."
434.
Synthesis of Sustainability Perspectives and Innovations.
(3)
Presents frameworks for complex and creative analysis, including systems thinking and synergistic integration of the three pillars of sustainability: environment, equity, economy. Examines innovative local and international case studies in environment, business, policy, and community development.
Prerequisite: 1134.
499.
Sustainability Independent Capstone Project as Research or Creative Expression.
(1-3 to a maximum of 3 Δ)
Apply lessons from the sustainability minor in the context of the major discipline or other arena, supported by a mentor and a review committee. Students select thesis research (section 1) or multimedia expression (section 2) option.
Prerequisite: 434.
