The School of Climate, Environment, and Society (CES) is Clark University’s global hub of research and learning designed to advance sustainable futures. Rooted in community and connected across the world, CES prepares emerging leaders for careers by empowering them to think critically and across systems to address society’s greatest challenges. At CES, students experiment boldly, and work hand-in-hand with faculty to build applied solutions through experiential learning and meaningful partnerships.
Achieving positive change
Study and work alongside others to untangle the interconnected climate, environmental, societal, and economic crises, and develop solutions.
Collaborating across borders
In engaging with communities and practitioners locally and globally, we advocate for collaboration and integration of ideas, practices, and systems.
Integrating scholarship
Our faculty come from across the university, contributing deep expertise in conservation, earth science, economics, geography and GIS, sustainability and social justice, and urban issues.
Meet the Dean
In May 2025, Lou Leonard, JD formally joined us as Clark’s D.J.A. Spencer Dean of the School of Climate, Environment, and Society.
“We recognize climate and global change as the most defining challenge of our time — a human problem requiring human solutions that are just, equitable, and sustainable.”
Featured News
Climate, Environment, and Society Kickoff Day
Clark celebrated the launch of the School of Climate, Environment, and Society with a day full of activities on Sept. 15, 2025, including opportunities to learn about new academic offerings, explore local nature, and engage in fun activities and workshops.
