Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Schedule - Fall Semester 2021
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GLBL 533 001 (CRN: 12755)
SUSTAINABILITY & GLOBAL ISSUES
Long Title: SUSTAINABILITY AND GLOBAL ISSUES
Department: Global Affairs
Instructor: Cruz, Ivonne
Meeting: 6:00PM - 9:00PM F (23-AUG-2021 - 3-DEC-2021)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Must be enrolled in one of the following Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Global Affrs
Section Max Enrollment: 19
Section Enrolled: 8
Enrollment data as of: 20-APR-2024 12:00AM
Final Exam: GR Course-Dept Schedules Exam
Description: This course aims to familiarize the student with current Sustainability debates as well as with conceptual origins, history and principles. We will study important global and regional landmarks, conferences and agreements that have brought Sustainability to the forefront of the political, private and public spheres. Moreover, this class is expected to provide a systems approach that will help students develop a comprehensive understanding of how local to regional challenges need to be addressed under sustainable frameworks.