University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
ER-9: Sustainability Learning Outcomes

The sustainability learning outcomes were prepared for the entire campus, covering all degree programs

Sustainability in day-to-day life •Students will learn ways in which natural resources are used to produce what they consume, such as the food they eat, the water they drink, and the energy they use. •Students will understand ways in which their lifestyle and well-being are interconnected with those of diverse producers and consumers around the world, including impoverished communities. Sustainability knowledge and skills •Students will learn core concepts of ecology and develop skills relevant to their chosen field to provide a basis for environmental sustainability. •Students will learn to think holistically about sustainability using perspectives across multiple disciplines. Sustainability as Personal Vision •Students will understand relationships between global environmental and economic trends and their impact on diverse cultures and communities. •Students will develop an integrated vision for sustainability that embraces their personal lives, professions, local communities, and the world-at-large.