Viridis Graduate Institute

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Viridis Graduate Institute
Established2011;14 years ago (2011)
FounderDr. Lori Pye
Accreditation Distance Education Accrediting Commission
Website viridis.edu

Viridis Graduate Institute is an accredited, non-profit distance learning institute focusing on ecological psychology and the environmental humanities to change detrimental narratives, behavior, and practices affecting a shared world. [1] [2]

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History

Viridis Graduate Institute was founded in 2011 by Dr. Lori Pye and a group of educators whose focus is Ecological Psychology and Environmental Humanities. [3] [4] [5] The name "Viridis" derives from the Latin term for "green, to sprout" or the notion of "green life," symbolizing the flourishing and growth of plants and vegetation. [6] Viridis Graduate Institute serves as a transdiscliplinary academic institution and resource for those seeking to focus on the connection between ecopsychology and ecological literacy. [7]

John R. Ehrenfeld is a trustee of the Viridis Graduate Institute. [8] Thomas Moore is an Honorary Board Member. [9]

Academics

References

  1. ↑ "Directory of Accredited Institutions | DEAC". www.deac.org. October 4, 2023. Archived from the original on January 14, 2025. Retrieved February 2, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education". azppse.portalus.thentiacloud.net. Archived from the original on July 27, 2024. Retrieved February 2, 2025.
  3. ↑ "Exploring our Eco-Psychology with Dr. Lori Pye". events.humanitix.com. September 24, 2021. Archived from the original on November 12, 2024. Retrieved November 12, 2024.
  4. ↑ "Viridis Graduate Institute MA in Social Science with Emphasis in Ecopsychology & Environmental Humanities". Online Studies. Archived from the original on November 12, 2024. Retrieved November 12, 2024.
  5. ↑ "Lori Pye | Environmental Studies Program". es.ucsb.edu. Archived from the original on November 12, 2024. Retrieved November 12, 2024.
  6. ↑ "Report from the Accrediting Commission" (PDF). DEAC. July 22, 2019. Archived (PDF) from the original on February 22, 2022. Retrieved November 12, 2024.
  7. ↑ Pye, Lori. Fundamentals of Ecological Psychology. Forthcoming (1 ed.). London: Routledge.
  8. ↑ May, Maysie (August 31, 2024). "How can we meet John Ehrenfeld's challenge to flourish?". Relating Systems Thinking and Design. Archived from the original on November 12, 2024. Retrieved November 12, 2024.
  9. ↑ "About VGI". Viridis Graduate Institute. Archived from the original on November 18, 2024. Retrieved February 2, 2025.
  10. ↑ "Viridis Graduate Institute: Professional Development Courses". Archived from the original on August 1, 2024. Retrieved November 21, 2024.

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