As a class, we will explore how and where Mason students, faculty, and staff interact with their environment—both the things that we can see (recycling and waste) and aspects that can be less visibly apparent (air and water pollution). Even locally experienced phenomena—such as campus extreme heat, food insecurity, and plastic waste—have their roots in globally interconnected socio-ecological systems. Both in individual written assignments and working with your recitation section group, you will map the social, environmental, economic, and equity implications of an interaction on campus between people and the environment, as well as the different stakeholders who are involved and their perspectives. You will submit individual work for the project and work with a team of fellow students to write and present your assessment for the University’s Facilities staff.