Spring 2027

Agroecology Capstone

An Agroecology Capstone course that serves as a stepping stone between the classroom and society, emphasizing the integration of diverse agroecological knowledge, critical thinking, and engagement with real-world problems.

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Recorded instructors · Spring 2027 Randy Jackson

Summary

What you’ll be able to do

  • Integrate diverse bodies of knowledge to solve an agroecological problem or formulate a policy of society importance

  • Evaluate the strength and value of information, evidence, and approaches relevant to a specific problem or policy

  • Discuss and lead discussions with peers regarding a specific agroecological problem or policy

  • Write and present comprehensive reports regarding a specific agroecological problem or policy for scientists or policymakers

  • Write and present comprehensive reports regarding a specific agroecological problem or policy for the general public

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Prerequisites

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ENVIR ST/​AGROECOL/​C&E SOC/​ENTOM 103(or AGRONOMY 103 prior to Fall 2025),AGROECOL 303, and senior standing

AGROECOL 503

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the class

A stepping stone between the classroom and society. Emphasizes integration of diverse bodies of agroecological knowledge, critical thinking, and engagement with real-world problems and current research. Topics such as: bioproducts, food systems and security, economic vitality of communities, climate change, humans and their environment, biodiversity, resource management and policy, and social equity.

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Topics

  • Bioproducts, food systems and security, economic vitality of communities, climate change, humans and their environment, biodiversity, resource management and policy, and social equity.

Skills

  • Integration of diverse agroecological knowledge and critical thinking to engage with real-world problems.
  • Solving agroecological problems or formulating policies of societal importance.
  • Evaluating the strength and value of information, evidence, and approaches for specific problems or policies.
  • Writing and presenting comprehensive reports for scientists, policymakers, or the general public.

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AGROECOL 503 · Spring 2027

Agroecology Capstone

Recorded 2026-10-14
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Recorded 2026-10-14

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