MCLA, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, North Adams, MA. - Majors & Departments Environmental Studies

"Transferring to MCLA was one of the greatest decisions I ever made. Being able to learn from and connect with the faculty and staff equipped me with greater networking capabilities/skills and the opportunity to use them outside of the institution, preparing me for the road ahead. Taking part and engaging in different clubs and organizations on campus helped to shape and guide me for countless opportunities."

Brandon Pender ’07
Research Analyst, Office of State Rep. Daniel E. Bosley ’76

Environmental Studies

The Environmental Studies major at MCLA is a multidisciplinary program housed within the Biology Department. Environmental Studies students study human activities and their effects on natural systems through coursework, fieldwork, research, and internships. The complexity and interdisciplinary nature of environmental problems requires that students be provided with a solid foundation in the natural sciences as well as the social sciences. Environmental Studies students therefore take courses in departments and disciplines including Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Economics, and Sociology. Partnerships with local environmental organizations and agencies provide students with opportunities to gain experience investigating and developing solutions to environmental problems of regional significance.

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Students sampling benthic macroinvertebrates in the Hoosic River, North Adams

Minors:

Environmental Studies

Contact:
Elena Traister
Phone: 413.662.5301
Email: elena.traister@mcla.edu

Teacher Licensure/Certification:
Students majoring in Environmental Studies may opt to pursue an initial teacher license as and early childhood or elementary teacher.

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