Environmental science (ES) is an interdisciplinary major, bringing together the study of the physical, biological, geographical, and policy aspects of the natural environment. Students choose one of three tracks as their primary focus: Earth Systems Science – the study of the structure and function of the parts of the earth Environmental and Conservation Biology- the study of the ways in which organisms evolve and interact with one another and their environments Environmental Science and Policy- the study of how human activity is impacting the natural environment and the scientific, social science, and policy perspectives on managing that impact
Science labs / Biotech industry |
Lab research, Research and Development, Conservation |
Government |
Research, Conservation, Science Policy, Public Health Protection |
Business |
Clean Technology, Scientific Publishing |
Law |
Environmental Law, Lobbying |
Non-Profit |
Field and Laboratory Studies of Endangered Species, Conservation, Museums |
Education |
Elementary, Secondary, University teaching, Museums, Conservation centers |
'05 alumnus: |
Junior Environmental Analyst, SRA International |
'02 alumnus: |
Associate Project Manager, NY State Energy Research & Development Authority |
'00 alumnus: |
Environmental Health and Safety Director, Danaher Corporation |
'99 alumna: |
High School Math Teacher, Holbrook High School |
'98 alumna: |
Conservation Consultant, Town of North Andover |
'97 alumna: |
Ecologist/Project Manager, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Anchorage |