SOC 291

Introduction to Environmental Sociology

3 units

Winter 2026

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Students can explain how sociological concepts and theories provide insight on environmental challenges and solutions
Students can engage with and respond to diverse perspectives on the relationship between human societies and the natural environment
Students can draw on sociological concepts and theories to critically analyze how environmental challenges and solutions are defined and portrayed
Students can identify and describe connections between environmental issues and social dynamics of power, culture, inequality, and justice

Winter 2025

Learn and articulate environmental sociological concepts and theories toward developing a deeper understanding of why environmental problems occur and endure

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