Environmental studies explores the relationships between the earth’s natural and physical systems, human political, economic, and social systems, and human understanding of the environment as informed by ethics, philosophy, art, history, religion, and literature.
Typical First-Year Schedule
Fall
- FYS 120 or WRIT 120 or Environmental Conversation Program
- World Language
- ENVST 137 or OLE Core/Elective
- OLE Core/Elective*
january term
- OLE Core/Elective or Environmental Conversation Program
Spring
- FYS 120 or WRIT 120 or Environmental Conversation Program
- World Language
- ENVST 137 or OLE Core/Elective*
- OLE Core/Elective*
Additional Information
*The Environmental Studies major starts with Environmental Studies 137. After taking that course, students should explore courses in the three area of emphasis of the major: natural sciences, social sciences, and arts/humanities. Consult the St. Olaf Catalog for more information.
Those interested in the natural science emphasis should consider taking one of the hidden prerequisite courses for Intermediate Chem or Ecology: CHEM (122 or 125) and CHEM 126 and BIO 150.
CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS COURSEWORK
- Students earning a four or higher on the Environmental Science AP exam may elect to count it in lieu of ES 137.
- Students wishing to transfer credit from other institutions must receive the permission of the Department Chair.
Placement
- Students earning a four or higher on the Environmental Science AP exam may elect to count it in lieu of ES 137.
Informational Events
Nothing listed at this time.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Chair, Department of Environmental Studies – Seth Binder (binder@stolaf.edu)