This experiential, community-engaged interdisciplinary course will introduce students to a range of artistic and ecological practices to understand, interpret, and communicate past and present environmental issues of the Mohawk River Basin. We will dive deep into current topics related to the river basin using the New York Water Resource Institute’s Action Agenda items including A) Understanding inequitable distribution of flood, drought, and water scarcity vulnerability in New York State. B) Exploring traditional ecological knowledge and people’s history of the river to help to communicate those knowledge systems. C) Learn about water quality, restoration, and riparian systems.

Outcome 1
Discuss the geological, geographical, environmental and people’s history of the Mohawk River Watershed.

Outcome 2
Articulate current issues and scientific research of the Mohawk River Basin.

Outcome 3
Summarize the NY Water Resource Institute’s Action Agenda, specifically the Mohawk River Action agenda items.

Outcome 4
Exhibit an understanding of traditional knowledge and history of the Haudenosaunee people as it relates to the Mohawk River.

Outcome 5
Interrelate field study, scientific research, cultural and artistic practices to deepen a sense of place, specifically the Mohawk River Valley.