Environmental Science
Environmental Science majors use their technical background in basic sciences (biology, chemistry, and physics) to learn about, examine, and research complex environmental problems, as well as find potential solutions. In this interdisciplinary field, environmental science majors study how the natural world works and the impacts of humans on the environment using quantitative methods. Research in this area can involve sample collection via outdoor field-work, laboratory studies, statistical analyses or modeling.
Environmental Science might be the right major for you if:
- You enjoy doing hands-on science with important environmental applications
- You want to learn more about the science behind important issues such as climate change, air and water pollution, ecology, biodiversity, and sustainability
- You are interested in a career studying, managing, or preserving Earth's resources as a scientist or in environmental policy, planning or law
LMU research leads to career in protecting nature
LMU community & instructors inspired alumna's career path
Explore different research topics students can participate in
App helps people change their sustainability habits to reduce environmental impact.
CRI’s research is informing ways to improve resilience to challenges from sea-level rise and storm events, coastal flooding, raging wildfires and ocean warming.
CRI continues to advance understanding of coastal resource management.
Students gain valuable lessons participating in faculty mentored research.
