Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Herpetology
Richard Phillips, Wittenberg University
We will study the unique anatomy, physiology, natural history, and evolution of reptiles and amphibians. Our course includes a weekly field experience/lab in which students travel to parks and reserves around the Springfield area.

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Environmental Science and Sustainability
Elizabeth Stoner, Bentley University
This course is an introduction to environmental sciences, highlighting current issues in environmental and ecological sustainability. This lab-based course places a strong emphasis on developing critical thinking skills to assess questions such as: how do we decide what to "believe" about environmental issues? How are humans linked to the environment, and can we modify our interactions with the environment? How can we learn from past environmental problems to solve environmental dilemmas of the present and future? How can environmentally sustainable business practices address environmental challenges?

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in History of Sustainable Design
Rebecca Houze, Northern Illinois University
History, theory, and criticism of design, sustainability, and the environment from the 18th century to the present.

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Global Social Entrepreneurship
Sunny Jeong, Wittenberg University
This course is a mix of reading, case discussion, group and individual projects, social entrepreneur interviews and social venture business plan. There are three major components to the course: 1) reading and critically debating chapters and articles prized within the global leadership and social entrepreneur community; 2) completing and presenting the portfolio project; 3) creating a social venture model of your own passion and skills

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Nature in Society: Environmental Social Sciences and Humanities
Emily McKee, Northern Illinois University
Examination of how the social sciences and humanities contribute to our understanding of contemporary environmental problems and our efforts to solve them. Focus on how human communities and institutions respond to and serve as agents of environmental change. Practice in effective communication about environmental challenges.

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Business Writing
Ross Jackson, Wittenberg University
This course is designed to provide students with an integrated and multi-functional approach to understanding business writing and communications. Students are provided with an opportunity to explore and produces a variety of business writings and communications.

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Senior Mechanical Engineering Design
Nicholas Pohlman, Northern Illinois University
Complete preparation of an engineering system design or project covering problem identification, conceptual design and analysis, prototyping and the development of a work schedule required to carry out the project.

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in MG215 - Supply Chain and Operations Fundamentals
Euthemia (Effie) Stavrulaki, Bentley University
This course introduces the fundamentals of operations and supply chain management and discusses how coordinating supplier and internal processes creates value for the customer, the company, and society at large.

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Green Technologies
Kevin Martin, Northern Illinois University
Introduction to environmentally friendly engineering and technological advances and new technologies that utilize green principles and green transportation. Course includes topics in new areas of green manufacturing and materials used today and planned for the future, including the operation and manufacture of solar cells and the production of wind, thermal, and hydroelectric power.

Using the Zero-Waste Circular Economy Module in Mental Health Practice
Stephanie Little, Wittenberg University
Laboratory course examining the scientific basis and application of assessment (e.g., cognitive ability, personality) and intervention techniques (e.g., behavioral, cognitive) within the mental health field.