Environmental Writing and Media Studies Bachelor of Arts The Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Writing and Media Studies offers students the opportunity to explore modes of self-expression, master techniques necessary to advocate for the environment, and produce compelling media. Graduates combine a broad-based liberal arts education with focused training in creative writing, journalism, and writing for social or biological sciences. Environmental Writing and Media Studies majors produce effective websites, powerful documentary films, and strategic social media. Emphases on experiential learning, writing and editing as a process, and the development of a unique voice offer students the tools necessary for a variety of careers in the environment. Graduates from the program are well prepared to serve as environmental journalists, professional writers for nonprofit organizations, media content developers, or independent filmmakers. The Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Writing and Media Studies also serves as excellent preparation for law school, graduate programs, film and media school, or advanced creative writing programs. AR 2113 Creative Writing CM 1003 Composition and Communication I CM 1013 Composition and Communication II CM 2123 Environmental Communication CM 2233 Digital Media Production CM 3113 Documentary Film CM 3123 New Media CM 3333 Environmental Journalism EH 1123 Environmental World Literature EH 2213 Introduction to Environmental Writing EH 3213 Professional and Technical Writing: Theme (complete two different themes) EH 4013 Creative Thesis or Internship EH 4213 Writing for Publication IC 1113 Unity Experience or IC 1111 Unity Transfer Experience IC 2223 Environmental Issues and Insights IC 3413 Environmental Scenarios and Solutions PL 3413 Environmental Advocacy A Mathematics course A Life Science course A Physical Science course A “Community-based Learning” course An “Environmental Studies” course Passing grade on computer applications proficiency exam or LR 1222 Introduction to Computer Applications Complete one of the following Environmental Issues Options: Biodiversity Option: BI 1114 Biology: Diversity of Life BI 2004 Population and Community Ecology BI 3323 Conservation Biology One of the following: BI 1213 Biology in Practice: Theme-based BI 2033 Marine Biology BI 2043 Dendrology BI 2053 Systematic Botany BI 3173 Animal Behavior BI 3233 Ichthyology
BI 3253 Invertebrate Zoology BI 3273 Mammalogy BI 3283 Ornithology BI 3293 Entomology BI 3423 Evolution & Population Genetics
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