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LOUISIANA
AMERICAS Water & Environmental Justice
J-TERM
OVERVIEW
This J-Term will explore the Louisiana Gulf Coast region of the
United States through the lens of Geography. Topics will
include cultural geography, human-environment interactions,
and urban planning. The program’s course begins and ends
with an on-campus component, with a 7-10 day trip to Louisiana
as its centerpiece. As you study about water and environmental
justice issues, both on campus and in the Gulf Coast region,
DETAILS you will apply research and analytical skills to questions of
environmental degradation, structural inequalities and the
impact of hazards such as Hurricane Katrina.
Eligibility & Program Cap: This program requires This program will travel to the Louisiana coast, including stops
a 2.00 GPA and sophomore status. It is in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and New Orleans. Along the way
intended for GEOG and ENVR majors, though you will learn about the impact of coastal land loss, pollution,
others may enroll with permission of the and environmental hazards, as well as efforts to buil more
instructor. sustainable and socially just communities. The program is
designed primarily for Geography and Environmental Studies
Course(s) & Credits: All students will enroll in majors though other students can join the program with
GEOG 230: U.S. Regional Immersion permission of the instructor.
Experience, a 4-credit course offered within the BUDGET & FEES
January term. Pre-departure orientation
meetings will be held during Fall semester.
Program Fee: Tentative fee: $1,625. A definitive fee will be
Faculty Contacts: For more information on this announced soon.
Program, contact Dr. Strunk (GEOG)
Includes: Airfare, lodging, ground transportation, meals, all
Dates: January 2020 on campus course with field excursions and travel health insurance.
7-10 day field program in Louisiana. Some
predeparture meetings will be required Fall Does not Include: On campus and travel discretionary
Semester 2019. spending.
Out of Pocket Estimate: $150-$250.
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