Minor, Environmental Science

Objective: To provide the student with an introduction to a Christian stewardship view of environmental science which supports their major field of study and the university’s philosophy: “Students will grow to understand and appreciate the human responsibility in God’s creation.”

Administrator: Chair, Department of Biology

Requirements: 24-28 credits, of which 12 must be above 299 and which includes at least three courses through Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies.

BI 324. Plant and Animal Ecology (3)

BI 397. Research (1-3); or,

CM 497. Research (1-6) (2 required)

BI 424. Field Ecology (3)

BI 498. Senior Seminar (1); or,

CM 498. Senior Seminar (1)

Eight to twelve credits at Au Sable (8-12)

Ten credits taken in consultation with major advisor (10)