ESE 389

Spring 2026 All Classes

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Environment and Sustainability Field Expedition

Credit: 3 hours.

Group expedition to study environment and sustainability issues at a field site. Includes in-class meetings, student-led presentation, and field trip; expeditions run during spring break, winter break, in mid-May or in intercession; dates depend on location. Field Trip and field trip fee required.

Additional fees may apply. See Class Schedule. May be repeated up to 12 hours in separate terms if topics vary.

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ESE 389 class schedule data for spring 2026
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
62068
Discussion/
Recitation
A
4:00PM -5:20PM
W
Natural History Building
Meghani, N
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
01/20/26-05/06/26
Special Approval:
Instructor Approval Required
Section Info:
3 hours. Field expedition to Costa Rica over spring break (approx. 9 days), and weekly seminar. This course uses Costa Rica as a case study to examine issues of sustainability and the environment. Topics include rainforest ecology, land-use issues, sustainable agriculture, global versus local economies, and geologic features of the landscape, including volcanoes and rivers. Estimated program fee of $4,500; scholarships from college and dept. available. Primarily for ESES majors and Unit One Living Learning Community Students but others are encouraged to apply in case spots remain available. Enrollment is through LAS Abroad. Apply at: <a href="https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=11881">ESE 389 Application</a> Applications submitted prior to October 16 will be given priority.
Restriction(s):
Restricted to BSLAS: Earth,Soc,Env Sust-UIUC.
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