Creation of an Innovative Sustainability Science Undergraduate Degree Program: A 10-Step Process
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-1-2013
Abstract
We explain the process used at Kean University (New Jersey) to create an innovative undergraduate degree program in sustainability science. This interdisciplinary program provides students with the strong science background necessary to understand and address the opportunities associated with sustainability. We articulate seven steps taken during the first year of developing the major and three additional steps that explain its evolution. Sustainability is the primary focus of each course within the curriculum. By sharing our experiences, other institutions may be encouraged or assisted in developing a similar program. © 2012 Springer Science+Business Media, LLC.
Publication Title
Innovative Higher Education
First Page Number
129
Last Page Number
141
DOI
10.1007/s10755-012-9228-x
Recommended Citation
Smith-Sebasto, Nicholas J. and Shebitz, Daniela J., "Creation of an Innovative Sustainability Science Undergraduate Degree Program: A 10-Step Process" (2013). Kean Publications. 2073.
https://digitalcommons.kean.edu/keanpublications/2073