GDS 395-01 - Advanced Special Topic: Sustainable Development in Costa Rica

4 credits (Spring)

The goal of this course is to gain a better understanding of the theory and application of sustainable development, with a particular emphasis on grassroots rural development and the case of Costa Rica. Each student will develop an independent research project on a relevant theme (e.g. tourism, agriculture, health, education, etc.). Students registering for section 01 will travel to Costa Rica over spring break to conduct research in and around a rural agricultural cooperative on the west coast. Students traveling to Costa Rica will be required to pay a $400 deposit to register for the course. Funding is available to cover the deposit for students with financial need. Most other required expenses will be covered.

Prerequisite: GDS 111 and ANT 238, ECN 230, ECN 233, ECN 240, EDU 217, POL 251, POL 257, POL 259, SOC 220, SOC 240, or SST 230.
Instructor: Roper