Sustainable Development and Environmental Studies

Andrew Stainback, Ph.D., J.D.

I have an interdisciplinary background in sustainable development, natural resource management, environmental economics, and environmental policy. At Baylor I teach a range of courses from Exploring Environmental Issues, Environment and Society, Sustainable Development and Natural Resources, and Data Analysis for Environmental Studies. I also mentor undergraduate students in research on a range of topics related to environmental studies and sustainable development.

ENV 1301: Exploring Environmental Issues
A survey of the fundamental physical, biological, and social forces affecting the solution of environmental problems. Principles of environmental history, political science, economics, biology, geology, physics, anthropology, and related disciplines.

ENV 2376: Environment and Society
Introduction to ethical, historical, and social science analysis of environmental issues, such as climate change, loss of biodiversity, water pollution, and urbanization. Emphasis on case histories and human dimensions of environmental problem solving.

ENV 4323: The Environment and Economic Analysis
Economic analysis in description, analysis, and policy formulation of environmental problems such as natural resource development, ecology, energy needs, noise, water, and air pollution. Economic tools used will include social welfare analysis, externalities, and benefit cost analysis.

ENV: 4355 Sustainable Development and Natural Resources
Evaluating the role of natural resources such as forests, water, soils, and biodiversity in environmental and social dimensions of human well-being in an international context. Emphasis will be placed on the principles and methods of managing renewable natural resources to meet human needs and sustainability objectives.

ENV 3302: Data Analysis for Environmental Studies
An introduction to data analysis methods and techniques used in environmental studies research. Emphasis will be placed on using computers in the analysis and presentation of data.

ENV 4V9R: Python for Environmental Management and Sustainability
Application of the Python programming language to reseach and management in environmental studies, natural resources, and sustainabile development.

Study Abroad: Sustainable Development and Conservation in Africa: Study sustainable development and environmental conservation in Rwanda