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Here is a summary of the environmental-related academic programs and minors from the provided catalog information: **Environmental Science (BS)** - Focus: Understanding natural environmental processes and human-environment interactions. - Coursework: Terrestrial/aquatic ecosystems, biodiversity, climate change, environmental regulations, biology, chemistry, math. - Skills: Leadership roles in government, conservation, consulting, industry; foundation for advanced law, policy, and research studies. - Credits: 120 total, 52 major credits; at least 50% upper division coursework at Minnesota State University, Mankato. - Opportunities: Internships, research, fieldwork. **Environmental Science (MS)** - Closed for admissions starting Fall 2025. - Coursework: Climate change, environmental statutes, pollutant control, GIScience, legislation, urban planning. - Requirements: 34 credits, capstone course, 50% coursework at 600-level, max 9 credits at 600-level. - Location: Mankato. **Environmental Humanities Minor** - Interdisciplinary minor combining humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. - Focus: Ethical, social, cultural, and artistic responses to environmental issues. - Coursework: Environmental thinking in art, literature, history; indigenous environmental views; land use; ethical literature. - Credits: 19 total. **Environmental Geology Certificate** - Closed for admissions starting Fall 2025. - Courses: Physical geology, mineralogy, sedimentary materials, hydrogeology, environmental laws, pollutant assessment. - Credits: 23 total; Pass/No Credit grading option. - Capstone substitution: Research Experience for Undergraduates possible. **Environmental Focus in Other Programs** - **Geospatial Science (BS):** Uses GIS, remote sensing, GPS for environmental analysis among other applications. - **Biology BS in Organismal Biology and Ecology:** Includes environmental science as part of curriculum. - **Agriculture Minor:** Covers ecology and environmental science topics related to agricultural systems. **Additional Notes:** - Several programs related to environmental topics (Geography BS, Earth Science BS, Environmental Geology Certificate, Environmental Science MS) are closing or merging by Fall 2025. - Environmental themes are integrated into various interdisciplinary minors and certificates emphasizing ethical, cultural, scientific, and technological aspects of environment and sustainability. This overview captures the degree programs, minors, and certificates with a clear environmental