This area of study offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding human-environment systems and interactions in terms of their sustainability across space and over time. Sustainability generally refers to the capacity to meet contemporary social, economic, and environmental needs in a balanced manner and in ways that do not compromise the capacity of future generations to also meet these same needs. Students who concentrate in this area of study will be better prepared for a wide range of careers, including resource and ecosystem management; sustainable facilities management and business operations; environmental policy, consulting, education, and advocacy; and urban and regional sustainability planning.
Advising faculty members: Acheson, Hanlon, McCarragher
To declare an AOS, you must fill out the AOS agreement form (which can be found on the forms page), obtain the required signatures and turn it in to the department secretary.
Note: All general education requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) as well as the 36 hour requirement for a major in Geography must be completed separate of the AOS. Courses in the AOS may not be substituted for these courses.
Other areas of study suggested while pursuing this AOS: Biogeography, Climatology / Meteorology, Development Studies, Globalization Studies, Urban Studies.
