POLS 341 - The National Park

Class Number: 2511

Description: Hours: Three hours lecture per week Prerequisite: Successful completion of Golden Four GE Areas (1A, 1B, 1C, 2) or Consent of Instructor Description: This interdisciplinary course explores the history, purpose, and operation of the National Park Service through multiple lenses, including environmental science, public policy, history, and cultural studies. Students will analyze the complexities of managing national parks as public resources, balancing conservation, recreation, education, and economic interests. Emphasis is placed on how scientific data informs decision-making, the role of interpretive education programs, and the challenges of engaging diverse communities. Through case studies and focused projects, students will critically evaluate current issues facing parks, such as climate change, resource management, and equity in access. 

Status: Open

Session: Regular Academic Session

Units: 3.00

Class Components: Lecture

Career: Undergraduate

Start Date: 08/27/2016

End Date: 12/23/2016

Grading: Letter Grade

Enrollment Total: 27

Available Seats: 3

Wait List Capacity: 10

Wait List Total: 0

Textbook Status: Required

ISBN: 9780807600191

Title: Thinking Person's Guide to America's National Park

Author: Manning

Publish: George Braziller Incorporated