Environmental Science

Mission

The Department of Biology fosters lifelong learning about the natural world by providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in biology and environmental science. The faculty are dedicated to active learning strategies and meaningful research opportunities, empowering students to engage directly in the practice of biology and environmental science.

Learning Outcomes

At graduation,

1. Students will identify and explain the five key concepts—evolutionary patterns of unity and diversity, heritable information flow, the interplay between structure and function, transformations of energy and matter, and interactions within and between systems—and apply them to analyze current environmental issues.
2. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the scientific method by evaluating scientific problems, analyzing data, and designing and conducting a relevant research project in the field of Environmental Science.
3. Students will critically evaluate current research in Environmental Science and effectively communicate their findings through written reports and oral presentations.
4. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers in environmental science-related fields or to succeed in professional or graduate programs.

Students completing a major in Environmental Science earn either a Bachelor of Science degree or a Bachelor of Arts degree.