GES 490

This course catalyzes learning about complex environmental challenges through research and service. As the capstone experience for the GES program, students will produce a research project and portfolio demonstrating mastery of the quantitative and aesthetic components of science and communication. The course consists of two major projects: 1) Assembling a portfolio of previous work demonstrating mastery of the GES program outcomes. 2) Identifying and carrying out a meaningful environmental research and service project addressing a pressing issue. Depending on the selected issue, this project may result in a peer-reviewed publication, a collaborative service project, or another outcome appropriate to the project. \n