Muhlenberg College
AC-1: Academic Courses

Sustainability Studies is divided into four sections of curriculum. Theory and Representation: These courses primarily focus on theory including basic science and social science, the representation of nature and sustainability, and environmental ethics and history. They provide the framework and context for further work in Sustainability Studies. Sustainability in Practice: These courses have an applied focus, and offer a substantial research or service-learning component related to sustainability and the environment. Although these courses may also cover theoretical aspects, they are differentiated from the above group by providing both hands-on experiences and more focus on the application of theory and basic science. Sustainable Solutions: Either through a seminar course or independent research, students focus on a particular issue such as energy, food, or sustainable design and work towards the development of practical solutions. Sustainable Communities: These courses examine sustainability at the community level. They focus on analysis and problem solving by examining a variety of issues confronted by a particular community, and offer opportunities to work with members of that community to understand and solve problems at the human-environment interface. Note: The number of academic departments is listed as 19. Credit IC 3 lists 42 total academic programs, which includes every major, minor, and interdisciplinary program. This credit notes the total academic programs.