FOR 330, Human Dimensions of Forests, Spring semester annually

FOR 491, Special Topics in Forestry

Past courses:
Brandeis University Environmental Field Semester
Bio32aj, Field Biology
ENVS100ej: GIS and Research Methods

New course
FOR491: Special Topics in Forestry
Forest Amenities and Forest Therapy
Fall 2017, MWF 9:10-10:00am
Rm. 208 Natural Resources Building

Instructors: Dr. Iwao Uehara (Tokyo University of Agriculture) and Dr. Emily Huff (MSU)
Forests and the trees within them have many healing properties. They promote our health, prevent illness, provide relaxation opportunities and a rehabilitation environment, can be a treatment place for disabilities, peaceful counseling space, and so forth. When we arrive in the forest, we sometimes pay more attention to ourselves and our life. Walking and exercise in the forest also change our attitudes and perspectives. Trees also have many fascinating aspects for medical, art, and care utilization. This special class considers these forest amenities through a series of case studies. Participants will have the opportunity to design a program that delivers the therapeutic benefits of forest systems.
Please contact Emily (ehuff@msu.edu) with questions and you can enroll here, when enrollment begins (March 31st).