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Class number:
2953
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Title: Environmental Justice Policy |
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Department: Political Science |
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Career: Undergraduate |
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Component: Seminar |
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Session: Regular |
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Instructor's Permission Required: Yes |
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Grading Basis: Regular |
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Units: 1.00 |
| Enrollment limited to 15 |
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Current enrollment: 12 |
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Available seats: 3 |
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Start date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 |
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End date: Friday, May 8, 2026 |
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Mode of Instruction: In Person |
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Schedule: M: 1:30PM-4:10PM, LIB - 103 |
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Instructor(s): Chambers, Stefanie |
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Prerequisite(s): This course is open only to senior Political Science majors. |
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Distribution Requirement: Meets Writing Emphasis Part2 & IPE Requirements |
Course Description:
This senior seminar examines environmental justice movements in the United States, with particular attention to urban and rural communities. We analyze how Black, Indigenous, and other marginalized groups navigate political systems to address environmental inequities. Students will explore the socio-historical contexts that shape environmental burdens, studying both traditional political engagement and alternative strategies employed by communities. The course investigates political socialization, coalition-building, and conflict within environmental justice frameworks. Special emphasis is placed on Hartford through a community learning project, allowing students to engage with local environmental justice initiatives directly. We will critically examine the complex interactions between communities, government entities, and private sector interests in shaping environmental policy and outcomes. |