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David Hughes

Professor | Agricultural and Resource Economics
Courses
Below are courses taught during the current or past three academic years. Consult Timetable for the most current listing of courses and instructor(s).
ALEC 485 - Global Sustainable Development Goals
3 credit hour(s)

The United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) were adopted in 2015 and provide a framework and direction for all countries of the world towards 17 common global goals. The SDGs are goals towards which our global society has agreed and outline high-level targets in all spheres of human interaction with each other and the planet. This course will provide a transdisciplinary introduction and assessment of these global SDGs. The course will present each of the SDGs, look at global progress towards each SDG, and provide opportunities for students to explore the synergies of the SDGs. While emphasis will be placed on the global nature of the SDGs, this course will provide students with the opportunities to reflect on these goals and participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop action plans for addressing multiple SDGs as individuals and for the UT community. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (EI) (GCI)

Other Instructors: Gill, Tom

Semesters Offered: Fall
ALEC 585 - Global Sustainable Development Goals
3 credit hour(s)

The United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) were adopted in 2015 and provide a framework and direction for all countries of the world towards 17 common global goals. The SDGs are goals towards which our global society has agreed and outline high-level targets in all spheres of human interaction with each other and the planet. Will provide a transdisciplinary introduction and assessment of these global SDGs. Will present each of the SDGs, look at global progress towards each SDG, and provide opportunities for students to explore the synergies of the SDGs. While emphasis will be placed on the global nature of the SDGs, this course will provide students with the opportunities to reflect on these goals and participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop action plans for addressing multiple SDGs as individuals and for the UT community.

Other Instructors: Gill, Tom

Semesters Offered: Fall
INTE 150 - International Education Experiences
1 - 3 credit hours

Development of international and intercultural competencies through preparation for and completion of international educational experiences.

Repeatability: Maximum 9 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.

Other Instructors: Willcox, Adam Sage

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
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865-974-7463

dhughe17@tennessee.edu

227B Morgan Hall
2621 Morgan Circle Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
Education and Training
  • PhD, Agricultural Economics, Washington State University, 1988
  • MS, Agricultural Economics, Clemson University, 1982
  • BA, History, General, Clemson University, 1978
Responsible Area(s)
  • Community Economic Development

David Hughes

Professor | Agricultural and Resource Economics
Picture of David Hughes image

865-974-7463

dhughe17@tennessee.edu

227B Morgan Hall
2621 Morgan Circle Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
Education and Training
  • PhD, Agricultural Economics, Washington State University, 1988
  • MS, Agricultural Economics, Clemson University, 1982
  • BA, History, General, Clemson University, 1978
Responsible Area(s)
  • Community Economic Development
Courses
Below are courses taught during the current or past three academic years. Consult Timetable for the most current listing of courses and instructor(s).
ALEC 485 - Global Sustainable Development Goals
3 credit hour(s)

The United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) were adopted in 2015 and provide a framework and direction for all countries of the world towards 17 common global goals. The SDGs are goals towards which our global society has agreed and outline high-level targets in all spheres of human interaction with each other and the planet. This course will provide a transdisciplinary introduction and assessment of these global SDGs. The course will present each of the SDGs, look at global progress towards each SDG, and provide opportunities for students to explore the synergies of the SDGs. While emphasis will be placed on the global nature of the SDGs, this course will provide students with the opportunities to reflect on these goals and participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop action plans for addressing multiple SDGs as individuals and for the UT community. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (EI) (GCI)

Other Instructors: Gill, Tom

Semesters Offered: Fall
ALEC 585 - Global Sustainable Development Goals
3 credit hour(s)

The United Nations’ (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) were adopted in 2015 and provide a framework and direction for all countries of the world towards 17 common global goals. The SDGs are goals towards which our global society has agreed and outline high-level targets in all spheres of human interaction with each other and the planet. Will provide a transdisciplinary introduction and assessment of these global SDGs. Will present each of the SDGs, look at global progress towards each SDG, and provide opportunities for students to explore the synergies of the SDGs. While emphasis will be placed on the global nature of the SDGs, this course will provide students with the opportunities to reflect on these goals and participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop action plans for addressing multiple SDGs as individuals and for the UT community.

Other Instructors: Gill, Tom

Semesters Offered: Fall
INTE 150 - International Education Experiences
1 - 3 credit hours

Development of international and intercultural competencies through preparation for and completion of international educational experiences.

Repeatability: Maximum 9 hours.
Registration Permission: Consent of Instructor.

Other Instructors: Willcox, Adam Sage

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring