ABSTRACT
The fundamental mission of higher education educating the citizens and leaders of the future is particularly urgent with regard to the science, technology, policy, and broader cultural shifts connected to climate change. Academic leaders have been important in public education that engages with citizen groups, faith-based communities, and local governments to develop appropriate policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A small experiment in teaching methods that Peggy tried in 2000 suggests that a place focus may make climate change material more meaningful. To create the experiment, colleagues in the chemistry, religion, business, and economics departments made available one class day, and two different teaching methods were used to expand climate change awareness. In 2000, as part of Emory's millennium year celebration, the Ad Hoc Committee on Environmental Stewardship developed a self-guided walking tour brochure to highlight some of the environmental challenges and innovations on campus.
