2020-21 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 23, 2024  
2020-21 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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REC 610 - Wilderness and American Culture

History of ideas and attitudes about wilderness as expressed in the art, literature, philosophy and politics of American culture. Emphasis on developing views of wilderness, nature and environment that are historically and philosophically grounded. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code F = offered in fall

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify and explain, chronologically and thematically, the persons, events, ideas and other influences that shaped and changed American thought and policy relating to wilderness.
  2. Explain and illustrate ways in which science and technology impact values, ethics and public policy in the wilderness.
  3. Explain and illustrate ways in which the arts and humanities shaped American values, ethics and public policy in the wilderness.



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