Coming to Lewis & Clark, I knew I wanted to further my knowledge about environmentalism and engage in scholarly conversation. Upon enrolling in Introduction to Environmental Studies (ENVS-160), the first course for the environmental studies major, I was introduced to the developing world of the environmental sphere and its surrounding literature and frameworks. ENVS-160 is […]
Aiming for Conscious Awareness Beyond 160
Introduction to Environmental Studies (ENVS-160) is not just an introductory course to what there is to learn about the environmental sphere but also bringing in the different lens that it can be viewed through. Moving forward from this course, I will be looking into the world with a more skeptical eye and aim to become […]
Changing Mantras to Solidify Change
Social rules are all around us, sometimes they are prominent and in the face of society and sometimes they play behind the scene not noticed by many. In Paul Steinberg’s Who Rules the Earth: How Social Rules Shape Our Planet and Our Lives, spotlight is brought on understanding the effects that social rules play in […]
Bridging Together the Connections
As my knowledge of the environmental sphere expands, it is inevitable to avoid the constant trends and interconnecting thoughts. Addressing and acknowledging these connections allows for the bridging of concepts that can tie together. Amongst the readings Why We Disagree About Climate Change, Austerity Ecology, and Who Rules the World there are the following key […]
A Growing Web of Knowledge
Upon enrolling to Introduction to Environmental Studies (ENVS-160), I expected myself to learn more about straightforward facts and ideologies of the environmental sphere. But instead I was introduced to a web of interconnecting thoughts and concepts in that tie into the field of environmental studies. Amongst many, the three key lessons that I have learned […]
Moving Forward with Ecological Modernization
By Sabrina Cerquera and Thea Crowley Definition/ Relevance Over the years many environmental movements have gained spotlight and popularity in the field of environmentalism, amongst the many classical and progressive theories stands the Ecological Modernization theory. As we aim for a more environmentally conscious future, ecological modernization stands as a theory that support the idea of […]
Noticing the division in Climate Change
By: Sabrina Cerquera & Thea Crowley Introduction As concerns about climate change continues to rise headlines and reach news stands, many individuals have expressed their concern to take action. As students in Lewis & Clark College enrolled in Environmental Studies 160, we were able to look further into this worry of the public. Breaking into […]