Life: Ecology & People Lab

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This course will focus on the ecological principles as well as human aspects of ecology (social, ethical, political, economic, cultural) that underlie the critical environmental issues that affect the world today. Field “labratory” trips will include two exercises in local forests, a local stream, and Cincinnati’s natural history museum, as well as hands-on labratory exercises on Xavier’s campus. The course will include a day dedicated to issues of environmental justice, including a tour of a Cincinnati neighborhood where environmental justice issues are widespread. Co-requisites: BIOL120 Course Attributes: Nat Sci Elect/Integration Lab, Peace & Justice Studies Minor, Scientific Persp/Explore Lab College of Arts & Sciences Biology