ESCI 191Capstone Seminar
In-depth exploration of a topic within the environmental sciences. Involves at least one research paper. Topics vary quarterly; consult the current course listings. Prerequisite(s): Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements; ESCI 100A and previous or concurrent enrollment in ESCI 100B. Enrollment is restricted to senior environmental sciences majors. Enrollment is by application with selection based on appropriate background and academic performance and by consent of the instructor. Satisfies the senior comprehensive requirement.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Asynchronous | — | Staff | Open 0/15 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Tue Thu 3:20pm–4:55pm | Earth&Marine D258 | R. M. Kudela | Open 14/20 |
| 02 | Seminar | Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm | Earth&Marine D250 | P. S. Weiss | Closed 20/15 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Mon Wed 1:30pm–3:05pm | Earth&Marine C332 | A. Paytan | Open 8/15 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Mon Wed 12:00pm–1:35pm | Earth&Marine A176 | K. Turk-Kubo | Closed 5/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Weiss | 4.2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 87% | 125 |
| Adina Paytan | 1.9 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 14% | 24 |
| Kendra Turk-Kubo | 4.0 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 86% | 6 |
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