Our program trains students to become effective advocates for the environment. The curriculum consists of rigorous science- and policy-based courses and experiential learning that prepare our students for exciting careers in the environmental field. The program offers undergraduate (BA/BS) and graduate (MS) degrees and a certificate (CERT) in environmental assessment.
Environmental Science Announcements
ATTENTION: Graduate Student Open House, February 20, 2012
In 101 Hurst at 10:00 (see Campus Maps/Directions)
Prospective Science Graduate Students are cordially invited to the Biology, Environmental Science, & Professional Science Masters open house.
Meet the faculty and graduate students, learn about research projects, and how to apply for graduate assistantships. RSVP to Nancy Zeller at nzeller@american.edu or David Angelini at angelini@american.edu by February 17th.
Publication Notes
Dr. MacAvoy and colleagues have published a paper titled “Anadromous fish as marine nutrient vectors” in the journal Fisheries Bulletin (107:165-174).
Dr. Culver and colleague published a book titled “The Biology of Caves and Other Subterranean Habitats.” The book provides an authoritative and up-to-date overview of the field, covering a range of biological processes, including evolution and adaptation, ecosystem function, community ecology, biogeography, and conservation. The book also includes a global range of examples and case studies from both caves and non-cave subterranean habitats. The book is published by Oxford University Press.
Dr. Kim was a co-author on a report published by the National Academies titled “Tackling Marine Debris in the 21st Century.” According to the report, current measures to prevent and reduce marine debris are inadequate, and the problem will likely worsen.
