环境科学
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Climate change is perhaps the most critical challenge of our lifetimes, and vulnerable communities often have the most at stake. Environmental scientists are needed more than ever to address urgent environmental justice issues, such as access to safe and clean water, natural disasters brought on by a changing climate, 能源生产, 空气和水污染, 食品生产.
vnsr威尼斯城官网登入’s environmental science major will equip you with the natural science knowledge and tools to analyze and solve a broad range of environmental problems — to help preserve natural resources, clean up environmental damage, and advocate 为 communities and ecosystems. You’ll learn how to use science as a tool 为 social change and be empowered to fight 为 environmental justice 为 all, including the low-income and minority communities that have historically suffered the most from environmental harms.
It’s a meaningful way to make a difference 为 generations to come. And your specialized skills will be in demand: Jobs in this field are growing much faster than the average 为 other professions, 根据美国.S. 劳工统计局.
阿尔维诺差异
We’re experts at developing scientists who are ready to make a difference on Day 1. It starts with vnsr威尼斯城官网登入’s internationally renowned, abilities-based curriculum. You’ll become a strong communicator, 领袖, critical thinker and problem-solver — all vital skills to be an effective environmental scientist.
Every environmental problem needs to be explored from multiple perspectives. 在vnsr威尼斯城官网登入, you’ll get a solid foundation in the liberal arts and learn how to bring a multidisciplinary perspective to your work. You’ll also be prepared to consider the ethical dimensions of environmental justice.
vnsr威尼斯城官网登入的小, interactive classes will help you build strong relationships with your instructors, who will mentor you and nurture your growth as a scientist. You’ll practice hands-on environmental science through research in vnsr威尼斯城官网登入’s new greenhouse and state-of-the-art aquaponics facility. You’ll also collaborate with other STEM students through shared classes, joint projects and other networking opportunities.
You’ll have the opportunity to participate in faculty-student research projects, share research at conferences and attend events to meet, network and learn from professional scientists. 你也可以加入绿队, the campus environmental group, to get more involved in environmental advocacy.
“在vnsr威尼斯城官网登入, the environmental science major is a lot more than science. This major incorporates so many different classes that allow you to gain a global perspective. The classes are challenging but also very interesting, spanning topics from Chinese civilization to the natural history of North America.”
— Kaylee, environmental science major
课程
All vnsr威尼斯城官网登入 students must complete 120 credits to earn a bachelor’s degree. You’ll begin your environmental science courses during your first semester, as well as your general education requirements. 你将学习数学, 化学, 地球科学, geographical in为mation systems and environmental geology, 在其他领域.
领域的教育
You’ll get valuable, resume-boosting experience by completing at least one internship. Our students have interned at Milwaukee County Parks, 城市生态中心, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, 威尔自然中心, Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, Eco-Justice Center of Racine and Great Lakes Water Institute. Many of our students are hired by their internship sites after graduation.
职业发展机会
This major could lead to careers in environmental consulting, 政府, environmental justice advocacy at nonprofit organizations, corporate sustainability programs, 和更多的. You might specialize in energy, water, soils, 为ests, animals, land development or air quality. This major is also excellent preparation 为 graduate studies in environmental sciences, 淡水科学, 化学, 生物学或环境法.
入学要求
Your first step is to apply 为 admission to vnsr威尼斯城官网登入 by completing the free application at xiuxianke.net/apply. You should mark your intended major as environmental science.
For your first two years at vnsr威尼斯城官网登入, you’ll be matched with a professional academic advisor who gets to know you and guides you through your education, helping you chart your path and register 为 classes. As a junior, you’ll be paired with a faculty advisor who will support your success to graduation.
保持联系!
Have questions about studying at vnsr威尼斯城官网登入? We invite you to connect with our 招生 team to learn more.