English - Literature & the Environment Concentration (MA)
Northern Michigan University
Date Posted: Oct. 9, 2025
Submitted by: Robin Frederick
Sustainability Topic:
Curriculum
Content Type:
Academic Programs
Tags:
environmental focus,
literature
Program Type: Master's Degree
Description
The new Literature and the Environment concentration in the English MA program includes courses in ecocriticism, environmental literature, and nature writing, often featuring outdoor experiences. It also incorporates courses from other fields such as Business, Communication and Media Studies, Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences, and Native American Studies. This concentration is ideal for those interested in blending a passion for literature with environmental concerns or pursuing a career in environmental communication, advocacy, or education.