Close consultation with advisers in the Center for Environmental Programs is essential. The area of emphasis is planned by the student with faculty members and academic advisers to reflect the student's career goals. An internship is highly recommended. Students should contact the Center for Environmental Programs, 372-8207, for help in selecting the program that most closely meets their career objectives. This program emphasizes the multi-disciplinary nature of environmental issues and the role of the natural sciences in addressing and solving environmental problems.
Students receive a basic understanding of the sciences, particularly biology and chemistry.
Additional courses in the social sciences and humanities are included to help the student obtain a broad view and understanding of the overall context in which environmental issues occur. Each student also takes courses in an individually planned area of emphasis designed to prepare for a career field. Close consultation with advisers in the Center for Environmental Programs is essential. The area of emphasis is planned by the student with faculty members and academic advisers to reflect the student's career goals. An internship is highly recommended.