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Why Sustainability Studies?

The Sustainability Studies major will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to understand and address the environment, social, political, economic, and ethical issues related to sustainability. You鈥檒l also learn about viable economic activities that are ecologically sound and socially just. 鈥淕reen鈥� jobs are in high demand in today鈥檚 job market. For instance, government funding for retrofitting buildings, reconfiguring mass transit, and restoring wildlife preserves reach new highs every year. Similarly, many companies and non-profit organizations have begun creating initiatives to develop environmentally friendly products and develop new green business practices. Because many companies, organizations, and government groups are going 鈥済reen,鈥� there is an increased need for skilled analysts, consultants, educators, advocates, planners, and policy makers.

AREAS OF STUDY:

Ecology

Human Population

Economics

Environment, Policy & Society

CAREER OPTIONS:

Sustainability Director

Environmental Manager

Sustainability Officer

Environmental Analyst

Research Data Analyst

• Ecosystems and Human Impact
• Environmental Humanities
• Societies, Economics, and Governance