ENVS 362 - U.S. Disaster Policy

This course provides a broad introduction to U.S. disaster policies and practices, with some exploration of these themes outside of the U.S. Students explore how state and federal U.S. disaster policies have exacerbated the impacts from natural and technological hazards on marginalized communities. Students apply their learning by participating in training and/or outreach activities of local emergency management and response organizations.

Prerequisites & Notes: ENVS 201; ENVS 203 or GEOL 211; or instructor permission. ENVS 303, ENVS 305 and ENVS 361 recommended.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter