| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
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| Overall Score | 46.66 |
| Liaison | Mark Lichtenstein |
| Submission Date | April 26, 2011 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry
ER-12: Sustainability Immersive Experience
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Bruce
Bongarten Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Provost/Academic Affairs |
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Does the institution offer a program that meets the criteria for this credit?:
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A brief description of the sustainability-focused immersive experience(s) offered by the institution:
FOR 496: Sustaining Human Societies & the Natural Environment- New Zealand
This is a 4 credit course that is offered by ESF in conjunction with American Universities International Programs (AUIP). The course explores the south island of New Zealand and introduces students to the social and environmental issues of the unique area. Students spend some time in lectures learning about the country and then spend approximately 2.5 weeks visiting and experiencing New Zealand's tremendous diversity. The instructor for the course is an ESF faculty member, and lectures are provided by native experts. The course is open to all ESF students and can be used in many departments to satisfy field experience requirements.
http://www.esf.edu/international/studyabroad/ESFprograms.htm#NewZealand
BPE 498: Sustainable Environmental Management in Sichuan, China
This 10-credit summer program features an 8-week experience in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. The courses are delivered by Sichuan University faculty based on an ESF exchange agreement with Sichuan University. Courses include: Non-Intensive Chinese Language, Hydraulic Engineering in China- 2000 years of Water Resource Management and Sustainable Development and Environment in Sichuan.
http://www.esf.edu/international/studyabroad/ESFprograms.htm#SustainableEnvMgmt
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