AMCS 240 - Trauma and Healing in the Anthropocene: Race, Species and Environment

Unit(s): 3

This course examines the resilience, vulnerability, and activism of communities of color amidst anthropogenic environmental change. How do various communities and cultures respond to trauma; how do they heal? Taking an intersectional approach to examining trauma and healing in communities of color—this interdisciplinary course traverses the fields of trauma studies, critical race studies, ethnic studies, environmental studies, and animal studies. We will learn about trauma in the wake of (un)natural disasters, as well as issues of intergenerational trauma—and explore efforts to heal through both traditional research, and experiential learning.

Crosslisted: NAMS 240
GE Category: E - Life Long learning & Self Development
Typically Offered Fall & Spring
May Be Repeated No
Teaching Mode: Face-to-Face & Hybrid Grading: Graded