The Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences offers interdisciplinary programs of study leading to a bachelor of science in environmental science or environmental studies. A minor in environmental studies is also available. These programs provide students with the intellectual foundation they will need in addressing crucial environmental challenges of the 21st century such as human population growth, urban sprawl, deforestation, global climate change, waste disposal, air and water pollution, loss of biodiversity, and the need for renewable energy.
About Our Program
The Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences (ESS) offers interdisciplinary programs of study leading to a bachelor of science in environmental science or environmental studies. A minor in environmental studies is also available. These programs provide students with the intellectual foundation they will need in addressing crucial environmental challenges of the 21st century such as human population growth, urban development, food and agricultural systems, deforestation, global climate change, waste disposal, air and water pollution, loss of biodiversity, and the need for renewable energy.
Faculty & Staff
- Professor
Virginia is a restoration ecologist whose work links ecological restoration to ecosystem services that benefit humans. She is also interested in how land managers and policymakers use science and public opinion to set priorities for restoration.
News & Events
Stories
Climate change shifts rain patterns critical to planting cycles
Hughes was recognized for her commitment to student career development
DNA extraction from songbird feathers opens possibilities
Zsea Bowmani mentors students in environmental justice research and advocacy
SCU faculty study farmer resilience to multiple hazards
Unequal exposure across Santa Clara County
Life After SCU
Alumni Stories
Building on undergraduate research experience, Thomas analyzes health burdens from wildfires on vulnerable populations for the California Department of Public Health.
Elia has a new position as State Coastal Conservancy Attorney
Roman JohnDoza finally gets his in at the Oakland Zoo
Better batteries are key for clean energy