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Environmental Communication

Environmental Communication

This course serves as an introduction to the theory and practice of environmental and science communication. Topics include media depiction's of environmental issues, the role of the media in influencing public opinion and policy actions, expert environmental communication by scientists and policy-makers, and theories that guide effective strategic environmental communication. We will engage with many of the critical environmental issues of our day, including climate change, fracking, support for renewable energy initiatives, and many more.

School(s)/College(s)
Literature, Science, & Arts » Program in the Environment
Literature, Science, & Arts » Communication Studies
Course Number(s) UM Course ID Academic Level Credits Sustainability Category*
ENVIRON 413, COMM 413 045792 Undergraduate 3.0 Sustainability-Focused

Academic Terms

YearSession(s)
2024Fall