Study: Majors, Minors and Concentrations

Why study Geography, Sustainability and the Environment?

By studying Geography, Sustainability and the Environment, you will learn about the human forces that transform the earth and the consequences of this transformation for individuals, societies and the planet.

Callista Perry

"My choice to major in global environmental studies was one of the strongest academic choices I made at Clark. The major is inherently interdisciplinary." — Callista Perry

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Interested in Geography, Sustainability and the Environment? Take a look.



  • First-Year Intensive Courses

    • Clark's First-Year Intensive courses challenge the way you look at the world and introduce you to college-level academics. You can enroll in a special first-year student section of an introductory course or a course that focuses on a particular research project. Your First-Year Intensive course professor will also serve as your first-year adviser.

      A sample list of First-Year Intensives for students interested in Geography, Sustainability and the Environment:

      • The Sustainable University (EN 103)
      • Global and Local Environmental Justice (GEOG 179)
      • Native Americans, Land and Natural Resources(GEOG /GES/HGS/RER 090)
      • Losing Ground: Examining the Drivers and Consequences of Land Change Since the Nineteenth Century (GEOG 086)

  • Program of Liberal Studies

    • The foundation of a Clark undergraduate education is the Program of Liberal Studies. As you complete one class in each of the eight categories before you graduate, you will gain a more holistic understanding of how different thoughts and views can strengthen your expertise in your major.

      Program of Liberal Studies course suggestions for students interested in Geography, Sustainability and the Environment:

      • Social Justice and the City (GEOG 248)
      • Culture, Place and Environment(GEOG 017)
      • Problems of Globalization(SOC 167)
      • Environmental Ethics (PHIL 131)

  • Clubs and Organizations

    • Don't wait until your second year to participate in experiences outside the classroom that can complement your academic work. Discover communities where you can develop leadership, teamwork and organizational skills, meet Clarkies with similar interests, and just have fun. If you can't find a club or organization you are passionate about, start your own!

      A sample list of relevant clubs for students interested in Geography, Sustainability and the Environment:

      • Clark Undergraduate Geography Association (CUGA)
      • Clark Sustainability Initiative (CSI)
      • Clark Ecological Representatives
      • Cycles of Change
      • Outing Club

  • Showcase Your Work: Academic Spree Day and Fall Fest

    • You have the opportunity to present your own research and/or creative work at these two special events during the school year.

      A sample of research presented by students in Geography, Sustainability and the Environment at Academic Spree Day:

      • Wal-Mart's Sustainability Index: Potential Impact on Consumer Purchasing Behavior
      • The Economic Challenges of Small-Scale Farms
      • Educational Policy in Developing Countries
      • Modeling Dissolved Organic Matter in Northeast Siberian Rivers using Landsat TM and ETM+ Imagery

  • Internships

    • At Clark, you can make a meaningful contribution to an organization, nonprofit or business while you gain valuable knowledge and experience. Here are a few samples of recent Clark students' internships in Geography, Sustainability and the Environment.

      • Massachusetts Community Water Watch, youth coordinator
      • New York University, Sustainability Task Force, sustainability intern
      • Regional Environmental Council, intern
      • Greater Worcester Land Trust, GIS intern
      • Worcester Tree Initiative, tree intern
      • Clark University Physical Plant Office of Sustainability, sustainability intern
      • Greater Boston Urban Resources Partnership
      • Ecotarium
      • The Regional Environmental Council
      • Worcester Department

  • Careers

    • Don't choose a school to get a job. Go where you'll be prepared for a life of purpose and a successful career. Planning for your future can begin the moment you step on Clark's campus. The Clark Career Exploration Program makes Clark one of the few universities that formally supports an innovative approach to your Geography, Sustainability and the Environment career planning process.

      A sample of careers in Geography, Sustainability and the Environment pursued by Clark graduates:

      • Environmental Analyst
      • Environmental Engineer
      • Nonprofit Consultant
      • Principal Researcher
      • Project Manager
      • Research Assistant
      • Research Scientist
      • Social Science Investigator
      • University Professor

Anthony Bebbington"At Clark, get ready to work closely with internationally renowned geographers who are at the forefront of sustainability research in the Arctic, the U.S., Latin America, Asia, and Africa."

Anthony Bebbington
Director, Graduate School of Geography
Higgins Professor of Environment and Society