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Environmental Problem Analysis & Policy Formulation

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
TuTh 12:30p.m. – 1:45p.m.		 University Hall Y02-2330 3 $2065 (guest students)
Date
9/2/25 - 12/12/25
Time
TuTh 12:30p.m. – 1:45p.m.
Location
University Hall Y02-2330
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2065 (guest students)

Description

This is the capstone course for students who enroll in the Environmental Studies Program. Students in this small seminar analyze a particular environmental problem, often one directly associated with UMass Boston or its immediate community. Students examine the technical, social, and political aspects of the problem, determine whether policy changes or other initiatives are necessary, and develop a plan of action. Recent topics have included reducing the environmental 'footprint' of UMass Boston and evaluating watershed management for communities near Boston.

Guest registration opens August 18

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

9/2/2025 - 12/12/2025

Location

University Hall Y02-2330

Enrolled / Capacity

22 / 61

Status

Closed

Instructor

Karen Johannesson

Tuition*

$2065 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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