SOUTH PACIFIC (NEW ZEALAND / SAMOA) PROGRAM

ECOSYSTEMS OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC
4 CREDIT HRS, 300 LEVEL COURSE

In this field based course students explore with experts forest and stream ecosystems in New Zealand, and near-shore marine environments - coral reef, mangrove, and sea grass - in Samoa. In addition to studying these various ecosystems, this class is also designed to help students scientifically apprehend a broad understanding of global environmental issues.

GOD AND NATURE
4 CREDIT HRS, 300 LEVEL COURSE

Central to the mission of CCSP, this course helps students to develop a theology of creation that understands humans as stewards of the earth. Through the study of scripture, and other relevant texts, students explore the theology of creation, biblical stewardship, questions of faith and science, and Christian responses to current environmental problems.

INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
4 CREDIT HRS, 300 LEVEL COURSE

This course explores how knowledge of ecological systems, globalization, political economy, and the biblical worldview come together in the pursuit of development that is community-minded, just, and ecologically sustainable. Through readings, lectures and fieldtrips, students study complex issues in sustainable development such as the nexus of poverty, the environment, and justice, and the many practical challenges associated with sustainable community development.

ELECTIVE COURSES

• Internship (1-4 credit hrs)
• Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3 credit hrs)
• Literature of the Wild (3 credit hrs)