Topic: The Hudson River Experience: Multiple Perspectives on Environmental Responsibility

Catalog description

Many environmental issues facing the nation and planet can be studied in unique fashion through focusing on the Hudson River experiences. Through a combination of classroom, field, and experiential learning, this course will use the Hudson River Valley and region as its connecting theme and central subject. The semester will be comprised of four (4) modules taught by diverse faculty and will include business, policy, humanities, and technology. Students will gain a deep understanding of the environment in which Pace University is located and the pivotal role this region has played in local and global affairs, particularly in relation to the environment.