PROGRAM IN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY AND CULTURE

First-Year Focus

The minor in Environmental Policy and Culture (EPC) is open to all Northwestern students. Once a student declares the minor they can pre-register for ENVR_POL courses. Students can declare a minor before taking EPC courses. Read more about declaring a minor in EPC in Advising.

What is Environmental Policy and Culture?

Environmental Policy and Culture focuses on the human interaction with the environment. This includes the creation and enforcement of environmental regulations and agreements, energy policy, and how different cultures adapt to and view their natural environments.

Getting started in the minor

EPC Students take courses offered in the program (listed as ENVR_POL) and other programs or departments, from the list of approved courses (courses are grouped into three areas: Culture, Policy, and Natural Sciences). Students should start with two courses from the list of approved overview/survey courses, and continue with courses and seminars, from the list of approved advanced/elective courses. EPC minors also take one natural science course.

For more information see Courses.

Extracurricular Activities

There are many clubs and activities outside of the classroom where students can meet other students who are interested in environmental issues. You can find a partial list of environmental groups on campus here.
Attendance at EPC-related public lectures and events is encouraged for the minors.

Recommended courses for freshmen (approved for the minor)

Still have questions about the program and what classes to take your first year? Email Melissa Rosenzweig, Environmental Policy and Culture Director of Undergraduate Studies.