C/I 11D: The Environment: Issues and Choices

George M. Diggs, Jr.
Department of Biology and Center for Environmental Studies
Austin College, Sherman, Texas
& Research Associate, Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT), Fort Worth


Student Leaders: Lauren Cook, Leon Patel, Anthony Swift


To Contact Dr. Diggs:

Austin College Phone: (903) 813-2246, Home Phone (903) 868-1642
Office: 317 Moody Science
Mailing Address: Department of Biology, Austin College, Sherman, TX 75090
AC Suite 61564
e-mail: gdiggs@austinc.edu
Home page: http://artemis.austincollege.edu/acad/bio/gdiggs/diggs.html
Office Hours: 1:30-2:30 M, Tu; Other times by appointment.

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C/I 11D: THE ENVIRONMENT: ISSUES AND CHOICES -- Course Synopsis

This course will include a survey of the earth’s major ecosystems, an introduction to relevant biological principles, and an analysis from a scientific perspective of the causes and effects of major changes in the quality of the environment. Specific topics will include global warming, ozone depletion, habitat destruction, the population problem, nuclear energy, toxins in the environment, the biodiversity crisis, and extinction. Emphasis will be given to the impact of humans on the environment and to a discussion of possible solutions for the more critical environmental problems facing the world today.

 

What is C/I?

C/I (Communication/Inquiry) is part of the Foundation Dimension at Austin College. C/I 11 is a freshman seminar and serves as the initial course in the undergraduate core curriculum. Seminar topics vary with the interests and specialization of instructors. At the same time, each seminar section emphasizes enhancement of skills in writing, oral communication, computer technology, and library usage, along with attention to other facets of intellectual inquiry and critical thinking. The C/I instructor serves as the student's mentor. Mentors are well versed in advising across the curriculum.

For specific information about this course see one the following:

Course Home Page Course Information Course
Schedule 		Environmental
Links 		Research
Paper 		Study
Hints		 About Students in this Course About Student Leaders About George Diggs Class List & Contact Information Academic Skills Center Environmental Journals at Abell Library Textbook Web Link

For further information about this course, please contact:

Dr. George Diggs, Professor
Department of Biology
Austin College
900 N. Grand Ave.
Sherman, TX 75090
903-813-2246
Fax: 903-813-3199
gdiggs@austincollege.edu



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