| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 65.98 |
| Liaison | Audrey McSain |
| Submission Date | Feb. 26, 2021 |
Lehigh University
AC-3: Undergraduate Program
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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3.00 / 3.00 |
Katharine
Targett Gross Sustainability Officer Office of Sustainability |
Does the institution offer at least one sustainability-focused major, degree, or certificate program for undergraduate students?:
Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program:
A brief description of the undergraduate degree program:
The Mission of our Environmental Engineering Bachelor of Science degree program is to educate students in the principles and methods essential to the practice and advancement of the interdisciplinary field of environmental engineering. The program is proactive and continues to incorporate new and emerging paradigms in all aspects of teaching and education while maintaining rigorous standards in traditional approaches to engineered solutions of environmental problems. Graduates of the program possess technical expertise required to maintain a healthy balance between societal welfare, economic growth and the environment surrounding us.
The Program Educational Objectives of our accredited Environmental Engineering Bachelor of Science program are to prepare environmental engineering graduates to:
- Develop careers in environmental engineering and other professionally related fields.
- Seek additional professional training and personal development.
- Apply their skills to develop innovative solutions and technologies.
- Pursue professional licensure and/or certification.
- Advance to become members of professional societies and future leaders in their profession.
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Name of the sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
The Environmental Studies BA program examines the cultural, economic, historical, communication, political and social factors that influence local, national, international and global environmental issues and policies. Investigating a wide range of perspectives, it includes a broad exposure to many factors confronting humans as they struggle with complex problems and possible solutions to environmental questions.
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Name of the sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
Almost every aspect of human existence has been touched by the dynamic of globalization, which may be the defining characteristic of the 21st Century.
Yet, the origins, history, evolution, and impact of globalization – even its very definition – are subject to intense debate. We can surely say, however, that every student leaving college and entering the workforce – the world – should have a fundamental understanding of globalization.
Such understanding will give students crucial knowledge and skills that will set them apart in this new world and help them succeed in an increasingly globalized context. It will help them anticipate the social, cultural, economic and political changes brought about by globalization — and the resistance to globalization. It will better prepare students to draw connections in an interdependent and interconnected world.
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The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program(s):
Does the institution offer one or more sustainability-focused minors or concentrations for undergraduate students?:
Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration:
A brief description of the undergraduate minor or concentration:
Lehigh had a Sustainable Development minor through the end of Fall 2019.
The program has since gone on hiatus and is being re-evaluated. Students of any discipline who were interested in helping solve the triple bottom line challenge of their generation: economic well-being, environmental protection, and social inclusion, were invited to join with like-minded students to collaborate in devising and implementing solutions to real-world challenges of Sustainable Development (SDEV). The minor in SDEV consisted of a minimum of at least 15 hours of study that includes a combination of core courses and approved electives.
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Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration (2nd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate minor or concentration (2nd program):
Website URL for the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration (3rd program):
A brief description of the undergraduate minor or concentration (3rd program):
Website URL for the undergraduate minor or concentration (3rd program):
The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused undergraduate minors and concentrations:
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Offered undergraduate programs were not impacted by COVID-19 and therefore are representative of a normal year.
Offered undergraduate programs were not impacted by COVID-19 and therefore are representative of a normal year.
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