Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies

  • Overview

    The environmental science major at Saint Joseph’s prepares students to be stewards of the planet through investigation of the environment and the ecological challenges it faces.

    The environmental science degrees integrate a range of scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, and geology, around the study of the environment. An important focus of Saint Joseph’s environmental program is on aquatic ecosystems such as Sebago Lake and the nearby Gulf of Maine. Also available is a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, which includes two semesters of foreign language study.

    At a Glance

    • Ideal location for field exercises and research opportunities. Situated on the shores of Sebago Lake, Saint Joseph’s surrounding region features lakes, mountains, forests, and the Atlantic Ocean.
    • Low student-faculty ratios ensure close interaction with professors.
    • Student involvement in research that prepares students for careers and graduate school.
    • Courses provide broad training needed for a career in science.
    • Numerous specialty courses to pursue individual interests.
    • Opportunity to enroll in the Environmental Science Semester, a semester-long, field-based education experience. Read more
  • Some of our faculty
    • Gregory J. Teegarden

      Professor

      PhD, University of Rhode Island
      MS, University of Maine
      BA, University of Colorado

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    • Johan P. Erikson

      Chair of Sciences Dept., Associate Professor

      PhD, Dartmouth College
      MS, Stanford University
      AB, Dartmouth College

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    • Mark Green

      Professor

      PhD, SUNY at Stony Brook
      MS, SUNY at Stony Brook
      BS, Allegheny College

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    Gregory J. Teegarden

    Professor

    PhD, University of Rhode Island
    MS, University of Maine
    BA, University of Colorado

    Learn more about Greg

    Johan P. Erikson

    Chair of Sciences Dept., Associate Professor

    PhD, Dartmouth College
    MS, Stanford University
    AB, Dartmouth College

    Learn more about Johan

    Mark Green

    Professor

    PhD, SUNY at Stony Brook
    MS, SUNY at Stony Brook
    BS, Allegheny College

    Learn more about Mark

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  • Student Stories
    • Alana Dougherty

      Alana Dougherty ’17, participated in the Environmental Science Semester where she made close connections with her professors. This 24/7 semester immersed her in field work and adaptive techniques.

    • Nhu Vo

      Nhu Vo ’17, a double major in Environmental and Marine Science, starts sustainability values TerraCylcle project on campus. TerraCycle reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfills by collecting things that are not usually recyclable and finds a use for them.

    • Sarah Bakun

      For two summers, Sarah Bakun ’14, environmental science major, worked as a research assistant for Dr. Teegarden. Their work focused on the phytoplankton in Harpswell Sound and Casco Bay that cause red tide and harmful algal blooms.

  • Career Moves
    Students who major in environmental studies will be qualified for professional careers in government (e.g. EPA, DEP), environmental consulting, and conservation.