Environmental & Sustainability Studies (Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science)

Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ENVST) is a STEM interdisciplinary program that offers a major with several emphases to focus your study, as well as a minor. The curriculum explores ecological systems and the impact of human-environment interactions from the perspectives of the natural sciences, the social and health sciences, and the humanities. The U’s program strives to foster an understanding the multi-faceted issues of the environment and sustainability and finding solutions through systemic analysis, peer learning, and community engagement, social responsibility, leadership, and having a science-based focus on solutions and integrated problem solving.A student internship, research or an Honors Thesis is required for ENVST majors as part of experiential learning. Several courses also include Community Engaged Learning (CEL) designations, allowing students to engage in service, connect in a hands-on way with the community, as well as propose plans for change - even getting grant funding for their ideas. With a community committed to sustainability, there are a number of student groups to engage outside of the coursework as well, ranging from the EnviroClub, the Edible Campus Gardens, and so much more.

Complete high-school graduation requirements with satisfactory grades and receive a diploma/certificate. Official high-school transcript/academic credentials are required.