College of the Holy Cross
AC-2: Undergraduate Programs
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Slaboden Associate Director Finance |
2.1 Institutional sustainability learning outcomes for undergraduate students
Online resource detailing the institutional learning outcomes for undergraduate students:
Publication detailing the institutional learning outcomes for undergraduate students:
Are one or more of the institutional learning outcomes for undergraduate students sustainability-focused?:
Text of each institutional learning outcome for undergraduate students that qualifies as sustainability-focused:
3. Develop those habits of mind and life that exemplify the intellectual and moral values central to the distinctive mission and identity of Holy Cross as a Jesuit and Catholic liberal arts college. These include a commitment to the well-being of the human community and the natural world; the pursuit of a more just society; reflective engagement with matters of moral, spiritual, and religious life; and, for those who choose, an appreciation of the intellectual heritage of Catholicism.
Are one or more of the institutional learning outcomes for undergraduate students sustainability-supportive?:
Text of each institutional learning outcome for undergraduate students that qualifies as sustainability-supportive:
Mission & Identity- Holy Cross commits itself to the service of faith and the promotion of justice.
Goal 6: Holy Cross challenges members of the College community to assume responsibility for the world in which they live through a well-educated solidarity.
And as mentioned above, specific to justice-
3. Develop those habits of mind and life that exemplify the intellectual and moral values central to the distinctive mission and identity of Holy Cross as a Jesuit and Catholic liberal arts college. These include a commitment to the well-being of the human community and the natural world; the pursuit of a more just society; reflective engagement with matters of moral, spiritual, and religious life; and, for those who choose, an appreciation of the intellectual heritage of Catholicism.
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2.2 Undergraduate programs with sustainability-focused learning requirements
List and description of the institution’s sustainability-focused degrees, certificates, and majors for undergraduate students:
Environmental Studies: "The Environmental Studies program provides you with skills and knowledge to address the environmental challenges of our time. A rich selection of courses will help you explore both our urban and wild surroundings as you investigate sustainability and environmental justice, as well as the relationships between humans and other living things. We provide a supportive academic program for students of all backgrounds. Whether you have some or no experience in studying the natural world, you are welcome!
Environmental Studies is a rich, interconnected and complex field. For that reason, our program provides strong foundations in the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. You will have opportunities to bring these complementary areas of knowledge together to explore the nuances and fundamental interconnectedness of human interaction with the world around us.
The Jesuit tradition of caring for the planet and our physical location in beautiful Central Massachusetts also inform our focus on the natural and built world. We engage in thoughtful and responsible ways with the diverse urban communities in and around the city of Worcester. Many of our courses and events join community partners to address local environmental concerns. Many ENVS majors and minors further expand their horizons by immersing themselves in new environments and cultures through a study abroad experience." https://www.holycross.edu/academics/programs/environmental-studies
Does the institution offer at least one sustainability-focused concentration or minor for undergraduate students?:
List and description of the institution’s sustainability-focused concentrations and minors for undergraduate students:
Environmental Studies: "The Environmental Studies program provides you with skills and knowledge to address the environmental challenges of our time. A rich selection of courses will help you explore both our urban and wild surroundings as you investigate sustainability and environmental justice, as well as the relationships between humans and other living things. We provide a supportive academic program for students of all backgrounds. Whether you have some or no experience in studying the natural world, you are welcome!
Environmental Studies is a rich, interconnected and complex field. For that reason, our program provides strong foundations in the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. You will have opportunities to bring these complementary areas of knowledge together to explore the nuances and fundamental interconnectedness of human interaction with the world around us.
The Jesuit tradition of caring for the planet and our physical location in beautiful Central Massachusetts also inform our focus on the natural and built world. We engage in thoughtful and responsible ways with the diverse urban communities in and around the city of Worcester. Many of our courses and events join community partners to address local environmental concerns. Many ENVS majors and minors further expand their horizons by immersing themselves in new environments and cultures through a study abroad experience." https://www.holycross.edu/academics/programs/environmental-studies
Does the institution offer at least one undergraduate qualification focused on a subject other than sustainability that has a sustainability-focused learning requirement?:
List and description of the institution’s undergraduate qualifications focused on subjects other than sustainability that have sustainability-focused learning requirements:
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2.3 Percentage of undergraduate qualifications awarded that have sustainability-focused learning requirements
Total number of undergraduate qualifications awarded:
Number of undergraduate qualifications awarded that are sustainability-focused:
Number of undergraduate qualifications awarded that are focused on subjects other than sustainability but have sustainability-focused learning requirements:
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Percentage of undergraduate qualifications awarded that have sustainability-focused learning requirements:
Points earned for indicator AC 2.3:
Optional documentation
Additional documentation for this credit:
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