Fulfills the US History requirement for Majors
How have different environments, places, and resources shaped American history? We will survey main themes and events in the environmental history of the United States. We move from colonial-era differences in land use through contemporary environmental debates. We ask how American communities have used, defined, and fought over places and natural resources, from bison herds to nuclear stockpiles. We investigate intriguing aspects of our local Massachusetts environment: the Emerald Necklace of parks, the brass hoof prints of Harvard Square, even our nearby reservoir. No background in history is necessary to thrive in this class. Students in the sciences are welcome.
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Professor Valencius is very kind, thoughtful, and cares about her students so much. Not only is she organized but she is very passionate about the subject she teaches. Make sure to attend lectures, do the readings, and go to office hours because she will give you a lot of good advice.
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Phenomenal professor, very passionate and knowledgable, interesting material, only downside to the class is the range of material. Lots of readings every week and exams are lowk difficult. You gotta love what you're learning to succeed