关于文学如何影响环境以及如何受到环境影响的研究是UCSB最具创新性和活力的学术计划之一。文学批评的这一分支侧重于各种文本塑造和回应有关动物福利，全球变暖，人类在世界上的角色以及我们潜在的革命未来的对话。加州大学圣塔芭芭拉分校的英语系允许大学生从多个角度，从各个角度探索文学与环境的交汇处。欢迎对本课程感兴趣的学生参加众多课程中的一门或多门课程，或参加我们由英语系赞助的各种活动。如果您决定要更多地参与社区活动，则可以通过我们的计划申报专业化甚至获得荣誉
The study of how literature affects and is affected by the environment is one of UCSB's most innovative and vibrant academic programs. This branch of literary criticism focuses on the ways in which texts of all types shape and respond to conversations about animal welfare, global warming, humanity's role in the world and our potential revolutionary futures.<br><br>UC Santa Barbara's English Department allows undergraduates to explore the intersection of literature and the environment from a multiplicity of angles and at any levels. Students interested in the subject are welcome to take one or more of the many courses offered or attend our varied English Department sponsored events. If you decide you want to get more involved with the community, you can declare a Specialization or even earn Honors through our program.