Environmental Studies

Environmental Studies prepares students to take on today’s most pressing environmental challenges by learning from multiple fields, including science, policy, and the social sciences. In both our Bachelor of Arts (BA) and minor, students gain knowledge and skills from across the natural and social sciences, humanities, and applied disciplines—learning how to connect ideas and work collaboratively on environmental problems to create real-world solutions. Because the environment touches every aspect of life, protecting it demands creativity, flexibility, and teamwork across fields. That’s what makes Environmental Studies unique. Our program equips students to think critically, analyze complex environmental and human systems, and collaborate with others to make meaningful change.

Whether pursued on its own or as a double major or minor, Environmental Studies adds valuable cross-disciplinary breadth and community engagement that complements and enhances any area of study—preparing graduates for a wide range of careers and opportunities in environmental sustainability, policy, research, and beyond.

Students drawn to Environmental Studies are often curious about how people and the planet connect. They’re passionate about protecting natural systems, exploring sustainable solutions, and creating positive change in their communities and beyond.

• Environmental Law
• Wildlife Conservation
• Geography
• Renewable Energy
• Water and Land Management
• Natural Resource Policy & Management
• Ecology
• Environmental Advocacy & Non-Profit Sector
• Environmental Justice

A strong high school foundation should be broad-based, with courses in physical and natural sciences, geography, history, and writing—all of which help build the critical thinking and communication skills needed to address complex environmental issues.