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Environmental Sustainability

Regis University's Environmental Science Program focuses on the impacts of resource depletion, habitat destruction, biological extinction, global economic development and urbanization. Students learn how science, technology, and policy can be applied to advance environmental sustainability goals.

Overview

The Environmental Studies Program at Regis is an interdisciplinary program that offers two degrees and a minor. Students take a variety of courses through different departments to gain both the breadth and depth necessary to solve complex environmental problems. The ENVS program promotes critical thinking, qualitative and quantitative reasoning, problem solving, and writing skills. Both local and global issues are emphasized in exploring environmental solutions for the common good of humanity and of the earth.

Mission Statement

Interest in environmental issues, such as resource depletion, habitat destruction, biological extinction, global economic development, and urbanization, is expanding. The Environmental Studies Program focuses on these and other environmental issues from an interdisciplinary perspective.

UNDER DEVELOPMENT

We are currently developing this page of the website. Please check back soon to learn more about the distinguished faculty members who contribute to our program.

Please contact Dr. John Sakulich, ENVS Director, for more information on the Environmental Studies program. His office is in Science Building, Room 222. He can be reached via telephone at 303.458.4093 or email.

Below are some resources for graduate study in environmental science and studies.

Advanced Degrees in Environmental Studies

Environmental Science Degree

Obtaining this degree can help propel research skills and provide opportunities for government stipends and grants.

Environmental Studies Degree

Research skills will develop, although opportunities for stipends and grants will be more limited.

Online Resources

A friendly search engine for finding the right graduate school as an ENVS major can be found at Peterson's guide.

A search engine for Ph.D and Master's programs can be found in the online resource of Gradschools.com.

Master's Degree

There are two types of Master's degrees: Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MS). Usually these degrees take two or three years to complete, and the degree may, or may not, require a written Master's thesis containing original research. Scholarships, grants, jobs, and teaching positions at the institution you are attending are often available when completing a Master's in Environmental Science.

Ph.D. or Doctor of Philosophy

This degree can range from 4-8 years for completion. A Ph.D. will always require a dissertation of original research. It is the highest degree you can earn. Some students complete a Master's degree first, and others skip the Master's and begin a Ph.D. program right after completing their undergraduate degree. What you choose to do is usually based on your career goals. As in a Master's program, scholarships, grants, jobs, and teaching positions are often available when completing a Ph.D. in Environmental Science.

Students with ENVS degrees are working in nonprofits, environmental consulting firms, government, forestry, botany, wildlife biology, conservation biology, geology, transportation, teaching, community organizing, politics and urban planning. The degree may also lead to graduate study in science, geography, sociology, economincs, journalism, law, environmental health, international relations, ecotheology, or political science. There are over a hundred organizations in the local region working on issues of environmental sustainability and thousands more around the world.

Internships

There are many opportunities for internships for Environmental Studies and Science students. Some students have interned for:

There are additional internship opportunities across Colorado and beyond that can be accessed through the Academic Internship Program.

Jobs & Fellowships

The following links can help you find a job, fellowship, internship, or volunteer opportunities for environmental students.

Association for Environmental Studies and Sciences
This association serves faculty, students and staff in the 1000+ interdisciplinary environmental programs around the world. The association seeks to unite teaching, research and service in environmental studies and sciences.

Colorado Wildlife Experience
This museum offers interactive learning experience with wildlife. Volunteer opportunities as well as jobs would be a great addition to an ENVS student.

Colorado Division of Wildlife Volunteers
Colorado Division of Wildlife provides internships and volunteering opportunities for students wanting to gain experience in wildlife management, and conservation.

Colorado Division of Wildlife
After volunteering during the year, summer jobs on the wildlife management team can accompany your degree in ENVS.

Duke Talent Identification Program
Join a community of gifted peers and experience academic challenges geared toward students your age. Students can learn from expert instructors while living on a college campus, seeing the world, or staying at home.

Thorne Ecological Institute
Thorne Ecological Institute has connected over 199,000 kids and adults to nature since 1954! Our experienced Instructors lead enthusiastic kids outside to explore the wonders of the Front Range.

Colorado Environmental Coalition
Join Colorado in many different areas, taking action for the EPA in Wilderness protection, energy, water, natural gases, and global warming issues in Colorado.

Rocky Mountain Institute
Focused on accelerating the U.S. transition from fossil fuels to efficiency and renewable Rocky Mountain Institute began as a small group of colleagues focusing on energy solutions.

The Ecological Society of America
ESA has a lot of different programs involved in environmental education, certifications, volunteer opportunities, as well as jobs after your degree in ENVS.

The Society for Conservation Biology
This society is great for getting involved in helping restore the environment and conservation management tools. Volunteer, or get a job.

Student Conservation Association
This association offers a wide variety of internships located across the US pertaining to environmental conservation.

Grist
Check out this website to find out how much you spend on transportation, or look up the latest environmental news. Also get some great organic recipies!

Eco-employ
Get an environmental job. Search Eco- employ and find awesome jobs across the US.

Environmental Protection Agency
United States environmental protection agency is helping clean up the BP oil spill. Keep up to date on environmental news, laws and regulations, as well as new science and technology to help protect the environment.

Society of Ecological Restoration
Non- profit organization with scientists, planners, administrators, ecological consultants, first peoples, landscape architects, philosophers, teachers, engineers, natural areas managers, writers, growers, community activists, and volunteers. Find your place and help restore! Get news on restoration plans around you, as well as job opportunities, and join local chapters.

United States Forest Service
Volunteer or find a job in the US Forest Service. Learn about habitat fragmentation and help combat issues involving the forest and its environmental integrity.

United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Look up endangered species and news for environmental issues in the US. Find out about management, conservation, hunting, and issues from coast to coast.

United States Park Service
Find a national park near you or travel to some across the US. Work with communities volunteering, or get a job.

Colorado State Forest Service
Learn about forests and plains, how to mitigate wild fire hazards. Volunteer and job opportunity.

The Job Seeker
Get a job!

Environmental Learning for Kids (E.L.K.)
Work with kids in Colorado to teach them about Colorado's natural resources and environmental issues. Work with kids at schools, or in nature.