HOL 3300 - Holism and Nature

This course is designed to increase awareness of environmental problems and their connection to our own health - physically, mentally and spiritually. We will examine the connections between individual lifestyle choices and the effects those choices have on the earth. The intentions of the course are to assist participants in the exploration of human interactions with nature on a global and historical level as well as an individual level. The impacts of our lifestyles on the earth (e.g., sustainable agriculture, deep ecology, and voluntary simplicity) will be explored. The format for the course will be a combination of experiential activities, video presentations, meditation, readings, discussions and much time spent immersing ourselves in nature.

Credits: 3 hours