University Courses

Category: Environment

Environment and Conflict: The Role of the Environment in Conflict and Peacebuilding

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On May 18, 2022

In Environment, Human Rights, International Comparative Studies, Political Science, Public Policy

Erika Weinthal
ENVIRON 216S/PUBPOL 279S/POLSCI 367S/ICS 229S/RIGHTS 229S
Fall 2018

Environmental and natural resources as a source of conflict and/or peacebuilding between and within nations and states. Analysis of the role of the environment in the conflict cycle and international security. Topics include refugees, climate change, water, and infectious disease. Particular focus on post-conflict and rebuilding in war-torn societies. Examination of the role of international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and emerging standards for environmental management. Examples drawn from conflicts such as Rwanda, Israel/Palestine, Nepal, Sierra Leone and others.

Global Environmental Justice

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On May 18, 2022

In Environment

Rebecca Vidra
Student Instructors: Rachita Gowdu, Isabel Wood, Leah Roffman, Ashley Rosen
HOUSECS 59.10
Fall 2021


The house course aims to provide students with a strong understanding of the connections between environmental justice internationally and within the United States. This course is set up as a series of guest lectures given by prominent academics and environmental justice advocates as well as small group discussions. It is a deep dive into the relationship between people, culture, justice, and the environment. It touches upon environmental racism in infrastructure, agriculture, health, and imperialism in the hope to amplify the voices and experiences of the diverse cultures, races, and identities fighting on the front lines to address these issues globally.

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