he Department of Environmental Sciences is an interdisciplinary group of ecologists and geologists whose research and teaching interests address human impacts on the environment, earth surface processes and ecosystem science. The two main areas of focus in our department include biology: organismal/ecology and geology: surficial/environmental. We are committed to providing you with an excellent educational experience that includes real-life problem solving, and field and laboratory work.

Environmental Sciences - a Search for Solutions

Make an impact on the future of our planet. Learn about the processes that shape our natural environment and solve real-life problems.

• World-class faculty — ecologists and geologists who are leaders in teaching, research and service
• Leading-edge research —  human impacts on the environment, earth surface processes, ecosystem science, aquatic ecology and more
• Hands-on experience — field work, internships, labs, student organizations, volunteer work and collaboration with industry
• State-of-the-art facilities — Lake Erie Center, Plant Science Research Center and Stranahan Arboretum

Academic Degrees

Undergraduate

• B.S. in Biology (ecology and organismal concentration)
• B.S. in Environmental Sciences
• B.A. in Environmental Studies