ANTH 346

Sustainability: Anthropological Perspectives

Decision makers often target growth, mostly measured by economic indicators, as the cure-all solution to a myriad of economic, ecological, and social challenges. However, growth without consideration of the environment or social equity often leads to recurring crises. This course considers environmental, social, and economic challenges that we face from a different angle: How can we meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs? The goal of this course is to foster systems thinking and take a holistic approach to explore theoretical and practical issues and solutions related to environmental, social, and economic sustainability

Units: 3.0