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American Chestnut Partnership
- Unity Environmental University (ME)
Unity College has partnered with the Maine Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation to help restore the iconic American Chestnut in Maine.
- Posted June 2, 2016
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Leading by Collaboration: Institutional composting on a non-residential campus
- Johnson County Community College (KS)
JCCC's composting initiatives have changed operational practices and enriched campus culture in many ways. Those directly involved in our composting work are passionate about reducing food waste, handling it ...
- Posted June 1, 2016
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Sustainable Science? Reducing the Carbon Impact of Scientific Mega-Meetings
- University of California, Santa Barbara (CA)
- University of North Texas (TX)
Scientists across the globe recognize the importance of reducing carbon emissions to combat climate change. At the same time, we have increased our carbon footprint through air travel to the ...
- Posted May 9, 2016
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Responsible academia: optimizing conference locations to minimize greenhouse gas emissions
- Florida International University (FL)
The greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions attributable to many scientists, including ecologists and conservation biologists, are often much greater than those attributable to average non-scientists (Fox et al. 2009, Synolakis and ...
- Posted May 9, 2016
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Earth Day at California State University, East Bay!
- California State University, East Bay (CA)
The Zero Waste Team was out tabling this Earth Day along with the Solar Club, GIS, ASI, the Biology Department, Transportation and Parking Services, and other organizations on campus!
- Posted April 28, 2016
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BS in Ethnobotany
- Frostburg State University (MD)
The Bachelors of Science in Ethnobotany is one of a few undergraduate programs in the United States. Students can major or minor in the relationships between peoples and plants. The ...
- Posted April 25, 2016
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Human Dimensions of Environmental Change Graduate Certificate
- Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick Campus (NJ)
The Department of Human Ecology coordinates an interdisciplinary graduate certificate on human dimensions of environmental change. A collaboration among faculty from several graduate programs, the certificate program allows students to ...
- Posted April 25, 2016
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Environmental Biology Certificate
- University of Massachusetts Boston (MA)
The Biology Department offers an Environmental Biology Certificate. The target audience for the Environmental Biology certificate is students majoring in Biology that are not eligible to have a minor in ...
- Posted April 20, 2016
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Environmental Biology Minor
- University of Massachusetts Boston (MA)
The Biology Department offers a Environmental Biology Minor. The minor requires students to take at least 7 courses (23-26 credits) from 5 core areas: Environmental Science, 100 Level Biology Core ...
- Posted April 20, 2016
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Ecology and Justice Specialization, MA in in Practical Theology
- Methodist Theological School in Ohio (OH)
The Ecology and Justice Specialization constructs a foundation in practical theology for engaging systems that support thriving of life for future generations. Students will be equipped to seek ways for ...
- Posted April 12, 2016
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Report on Catholic Ecology Courses in Catholic Seminaries in the United States, Canada, Rome, and the Holy Land
This report highlights courses on ecological themes offered at a number of Catholic seminaries in North America, Rome, and the Holy Land. 48 Catholic seminaries and theological schools in North ...
- Posted April 12, 2016
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Report on Faith and Ecology Courses in North American Seminaries
This report details over 170 faith and ecology courses offered at about 60 theological schools and seminaries. It also highlights twenty-five seminaries in North America that excel in offering courses ...
- Posted April 12, 2016
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MA concentration in Religion and Ecology
- Drew University (NJ)
The Master of Arts program is a two-year master's degree designed for students who wish to acquire a foundation in theological and religious studies as preparation for further studies ...
- Posted April 12, 2016
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Natural Resources and the Environment Major
- Sewanee - The University of the South (TN)
The Natural Resources and the Environment Major is an interdisciplinary environmental major that integrates coursework in forest ecosystems and geology with the broad range of potential environmental coursework offered at ...
- Posted April 12, 2016
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Major in Ecology and Biodiversity
- Sewanee - The University of the South (TN)
The Major in Ecology and Biodiversity is an interdisciplinary major that integrates coursework in biology, ecology, and evolution with other environmental disciplines.
- Posted April 12, 2016
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Watershed Science Certificate
- Sewanee - The University of the South (TN)
The Watershed Science Certificate is designed for students interested in gaining a better understanding of the interactions among the physical, chemical, and biological factors that affect our watersheds and wetlands ...
- Posted April 12, 2016
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Shut the Sash Sticker
- Indiana University Bloomington (IN)
This sticker is intended to remind lab workers to shut the sash of their fume hood.
- Posted March 3, 2016
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Embedding undergraduate-led ecology experiments into temporary public art to transition vacant urban spaces
- University of St. Thomas (MN)
- Public Art Saint Paul (MN)
Over 50% of the global population currently lives in urban areas, and 3.2 billion more urban residents are predicted by 2050. Urbanized areas already produce most human-associated carbon emissions ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Investing in the Future: Extending Enterprise Innovation through Biomimicry, Living Systems Design, and Systems Ecology in a Graduate Ecopreneurship Course
- Prescott College (AZ)
Two graduate faculty share their success strategies for cultivating student leadership in ecopreneurship to take sustainability deeper designing regenerative enterprises. Businesses using green practices and operations are a positive step ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Building A Sustainability Pathway In Biology
- University of British Columbia (BC)
The University of British Columbia is committed to providing all students the opportunity to study sustainability during their undergraduate education. Implementation requires initiative from within departments and programs as well ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Cooling Tower Wastewater Recycling with Smart Integrated Membrane Systems
- University of California, Los Angeles (CA)
The feasibility of reclaiming potable-quality water from the UCLA Co-Generation (CoGen) plant cooling tower blowdown wastewater was evaluated using a novel integrated ultrafiltration (UF)/Reverse Osmosis (RO) membrane system in ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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"Doing Science" as Service Learning
- Oklahoma City University (OK)
How can a science department in a college or university actually "do science" and be of service to the community; how can scientists-in-training perform testing and experiments in the field ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Incorporating a permaculture curriculum into an academic environment
- Pacific University (OR)
Permaculture is a design system that integrates the principles of ecology to focus on developing sustainable human settlements by mimicking natural systems. Permaculture is all-encompassing and focuses on all human ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Enhancing the human dimensions aspect of Conservation Biology, Ecology and Sustainability
- University of Northern Colorado (CO)
As human civilization moves into a time of environmental uncertainty regarding environmental and biological threats such as global climate change, species extinction, human population growth and other issues, it is ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Ecotrail Design: Integrating Art, Nature and Sustainability
- Daemen University (NY)
In an interdisciplinary collaboration between a biologist and artist/designer at Daemen College, we have initiated a multi-year project to engage students in environmental science through the creation of a ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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SEE and Sustainability Across the Curriculum: Cooperation Among the Natural Sciences, Humanities and the Social Sciences
- University of Dayton (OH)
The University of Dayton, a Catholic Marianist institution, is currently developing an interdisciplinary program, Sustainability, Energy and the Environment (SEE). SEE is not a new major in environmental studies, but ...
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Center for Lignocellulose Structure and Formation
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
The Center for Lignocellulose Structure and Formation (CLSF) is a DOE Energy Frontiers Research Center focused on developing a detailed understanding of lignocellulose, the main structural material in plants, from ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Biology & Environmental Science (BA)
- Davis & Elkins College (WV)
The Bachelor of Arts program is designed for those students whose careers in non-scientific areas may none-the-less demand considerable knowledge of environmental concepts. Both programs are designed to provide a ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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BS in Chemical Biology
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Biology is for students who are interested in careers in biochemistry, the biological sciences, medicine, pharmacology, and bioengineering.
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Environmental and Ocean Sciences (BA)
- University of San Diego (CA)
The environmental and ocean sciences major, offered by the Department of Environmental and Ocean Sciences, is intended for students interested in the natural world, with three distinct pathways that focus ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Environmental Biology (BS)
- Drury University (MO)
The environmental biology major trains students in the natural sciences as well as other disciplines that inform environmental issues, providing breadth across math and the natural sciences and depth within ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Environmental Science (BS)
- Bethel University (MN)
Bethel's environmental science program is an advising program within the biology major or natural sciences major. Students can opt to add another major or minor that supports a particular ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Forestry & Natural Resources Major
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR) focuses on the conservation and restoration of the earth's natural resources through hands-on study of the ecology, stewardship, and management of forest, woodland, and ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Integrative Biology Major
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
Integrative biology is the study of biological systems while incorporating many perspectives. The program brings together a diversity of disciplines that complement one another to unravel the complexity of biology ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Molecular Environmental Biology Major
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
Molecular approaches are expected to play an increasing role in environmental problem-solving in the near future, and their success will depend upon a sound understanding of biological principles from molecular ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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JD/PhD in Conservation Biology
- University of Minnesota, Crookston (MN)
Students in the Joint Degree Program combine their law and science/health curricula by cross-counting up to 12 law credits in their science or health program and up to 12 ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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MS in Conservation Biology & Sustainable Development
- University of Wisconsin-Madison (WI)
The Conservation Biology and Sustainable Development Program (CBSD) empowers its graduates with the knowledge, skills, and experience to advance effective and equitable strategies for conserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable living ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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MS in Ecological Economics, Values, & Policy
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (NY)
The Departments of Science and Technology Studies and Economics jointly offer an EEVP master’s program. The program builds on Rensselaer’s nationally recognized expertise and course offerings in the ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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MS in Ecological Teaching & Learning
- Lesley University (MA)
If you are a K-12 educator from a public or private school, museum, non-profit, environmental center, government organization, or other alternative teaching setting, this Master of Science program will deepen ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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MS in Sustainable Development & Conservation Biology
- University of Maryland, College Park (MD)
CONS is an interdisciplinary and experiential approach to the problems of biological conservation in relation to economic development necessary to meet human needs. The primary goals of the CONS program ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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MSc in Ecological Economics
- University of Edinburgh
Ecological Economics is the science and management of sustainability - linking environmental, social and economic systems. Economic principles are applied in virtually all decisions concerning conservation and environmental management. Students will ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Certificate in Data Analysis in Ecology: Statistics for Ecologists & Field Biologists
- University of Oxford
This tutor-led ecological statistics course provides a thorough introduction to the key statistical principles and methods used by ecologists and field biologists. It will appeal to a variety of practitioners ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Certificate in Ecological Survey Techniques
- University of Oxford
The Postgraduate Certificate in Ecological Survey Techniques is a part-time programme comprising a series of online modules, an intensive study week in Oxford and field projects based in students'own ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Certificate in Field Techniques for Surveying Birds
- University of Oxford
This tutor-led course offers detailed training in passive and non-passive bird surveying techniques, including group-based counts, and transect and aerial surveys, and mist-netting, cannon-netting and tagging as well as bird ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Certificate in Field Techniques for Surveying Fish & Amphibians
- University of Oxford
This dedicated, tutor-led field techniques course provides in-depth training in fish and amphibian surveying and sampling from initial considerations through to methods and techniques, sampling strategies and reporting. It covers ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Certificate in Field Techniques for Surveying Invertebrates
- University of Oxford
This course offers expert-led training in invertebrate surveying techniques from planning and preparations through to sampling strategies, surveying methods and reporting. Topics covered include interception and responsive trapping techniques, identification ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Certificate in Field Techniques for Surveying Mammals & Reptiles
- University of Oxford
This course is designed to equip students with the skills, techniques and know-how necessary to undertake surveys of mammal and reptile populations or individuals with confidence. The course aims to ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Certificate in Field Techniques for Surveying Vegetation
- University of Oxford
Taught online over five weeks, this part-time course offers excellent training opportunities for those working full-time or wishing to study at their convenience. The course will appeal to a variety ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Emphasis in Environmental Science (Biology major)
- Dominican University New York (NY)
With an emphasis in Environmental Science, students will develop an in-depth understanding of the scientific processes at work upon the Earth and will be prepared to work in areas such ...
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Calvin College Carbon Neutrality Project
- Calvin University (MI)
In Fall 2007, students in two capstone courses at Calvin College were challenged with the question "What would it take to make Calvin College carbon neutral?" Twenty-four Engineering and Biology ...
- Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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