I entered Clark University's Environmental Science and Policy (ES&P) Master's program as a Wildlife Biologist. I wanted to move forward in my career but lacked the environmental policy skills necessary to advance in the field.


ES&P, embedded in the IDCE department, provided me with the applied knowledge to address environmental issues from a practical standpoint, the theoretical background to understand policy development, and the freedom to explore my own interests. My research focused on urban wildlife issues and upon completion of the program I was hired as Director of the Montana Wildlife Center, a top-level management position. As Director, it was paramount that I exercise extensive knowledge of environmental policies while being able to address community concerns on a case-by-case basis. ES&P gave me the skills to do both.
 

I left the Montana Wildlife Center to pursue a Ph.D. at Rutgers University. My focus is still on wildlife conservation issues and the education I received from Clark University continues to serve as a priceless foundation for my current research. I have stayed in contact with my professors and tend to meet my "Clarkie" colleagues all over the globe.

Stella Capoccia
ES&P/M.A. '06