| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 57.96 |
| Liaison | Tracey Coronado |
| Submission Date | March 15, 2018 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Missouri State University
AC-3: Undergraduate Program
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
1.50 / 3.00 |
Doug
Neidigh Sustainability Coordinator Environmental Management |
Does the institution offer at least one sustainability-focused major, degree program, or the equivalent for undergraduate students (I.e. an interdisciplinary academic program that concentrates on sustainability as an integrated concept)?:
Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program:
A brief description of the undergraduate degree program:
The website URL for the undergraduate degree program:
Name of the sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
The website URL for the undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
Name of the sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
The website URL for the undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program(s):
Does the institution offer one or more sustainability-focused minors, concentrations or certificates for undergraduate students?:
Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate:
A brief description of the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate:
Our Sustainability minor is a compliment to a wide variety of bachelor degrees. The coursework focuses on how sustainability is addressed and promoted in their field of study. It provides students the opportunity for research, writing, and critical thinking skills associated with sustainability.
The website URL for the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate:
Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Our Geotourism track of the Geography undergraduate degree was the first of its kind in the United States and is among only a handful offered worldwide. This track option is focused on using principles of sustainability to enhance and emphasize the distinctiveness of a destination for both residents and visitors. Our geotourism classes distinctly emphasize the importance of all areas of sustainability when it comes to tourism. Students learn how to protect tourist destinations for the benefit of the next generation.
The website URL for the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
The Environmental Education Certificate improves and builds on a foundation of knowledge in environmental studies including sustainability. It goes beyond the foundation, giving students the tools necessary to educate, both formally and informally. It will expose them to a variety of techniques and programs used throughout the region and nation, along with the ability to create their own programs to use in the future.
The website URL for the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused undergraduate minors, concentrations and certificates:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
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