Student sustainability knowledge gained from classroom and field experience

Abstract

This chapter presents an overview of a course designed for undergraduate students, in which they learn about integral changes required for sustainability. The logistics for adapting to changing environmental conditions from global warming and mitigating virus epidemics, like the novel coronavirus, are covered. To develop the course necessitates a well-designed approach towards student learning with knowledge retention for proactive problem solving, enabling them to work towards social and environmental harmony. The process embeds a holistic application of Corporate Social Responsibility, incorporating dimensions of economic, environmental and social, in tandem with Circular Economy. There seems to be a knowledge gap between those who understand issues brought about by global warming and those who don’t, which was exacerbated when the novel coronavirus evolved into a global pandemic. Because of this gap, all communities need to understand the necessity of continuously working proactively for mitigating virus outbreaks and adapting to social and environmental needs brought about by climate change. © Mark Starik and Patricia Kanashiro 2021.