Featured Programs and Courses

All Sustainability-Focused Majors, Minors and Certificates

1. American Indian Studies, BA or BS Program type: Major; Minor; Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   

   Explore the history, culture and values of the Indigenous tribal nations of the U.S. with a bachelor's degree in American Indian studies.

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2. Biology - Ecology and Environmental Biology Emphasis, BA or BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   

   Our ecology and environmental biology degree is an excellent choice for those curious about nature and passionate about doing science in the great outdoors. Through lab work, field experience and real-world projects, you'll pursue novel ideas and solve global environmental problems.

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3. Earth Resources Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   Gain core science, policy and communication skills to better understand — and communicate about — complex environmental issues involving mineral and water extraction and usage.

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4. Economics of Global Issues Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   Develop your global competency and enhance your understanding of global economics. Half of the degree requirements that make up this certificate will include courses that are chosen by you, allowing you to personalize your studies and focus on the areas that best align with your career goals.

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5. Environment, Society, and Culture Program type: Minor Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   

   Gain critical skills and a deeper understanding of how environmental issues impact society — and what you can do to make a difference — with our environment, society, and culture minor.

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6. Environmental Geography, BA or BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   

   Study the bond between humankind and nature with an environmental geography bachelor’s degree. Here you’ll find yourself surrounded by highly motivated and enthusiastic people just like you: curious about the earth and how humans connect to it.

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7. Environmental Public Health, BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   

   Our EHAC-accredited environmental public health program will teach you about the biological, chemical and physical hazards that exist in our environment and what you can do to help. With the growing world population and climate change, environmental public health majors are in high demand.

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8. Environmental Science Program type: Minor Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   Explore biological diversity, sustainability and environmental conservation — and how you can make a difference in our world — with a minor in environmental science.

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9. Geology - Environmental Science Emphasis, BA or BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

   

   Pursue a career in environmental geology, land conservation or environmental policy with a bachelor's degree in geology - environmental science.

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10. Geology - Hydrogeology and Water Chemistry Emphasis, BA or BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    

    Explore topics like groundwater development and management, conservation of surface and subsurface waters, and the application of chemistry to geologic problems. Designed for students interested in hydrogeology, geochemistry and environmental geology careers or graduate programs.

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11. International Affairs Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    The international affairs certificate is designed for those interested in global awareness, cultural and political diversity, and economic globalization.

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12. Public Health, BS or BA Program type: Major; Minor Delivery: On Campus

    

    Learn to approach public health issues through the broad lens of social, economic, cultural, health and environmental factors. This growing program prepares you to make a difference in our society and to become an advocate for vulnerable communities and those in need.

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13. Responsible Mining Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    Learn best practices in responsible resource development and how to help protect our environment with a certificate in responsible mining. This certificate is an excellent choice for those who wish to join state regulatory agencies, such as the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

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14. Social Advocacy and Change Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    Explore topics such as human rights and environmental concerns, and promote change in a variety of social and political contexts with a social advocacy and change certificate.

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15. Sustainability and Climate Action Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    An excellent choice for students who are concerned about the escalating climate crisis and who seek the foundational understanding and skills to lead societal and technological transitions necessary to achieve a sustainable world.

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16. Teaching - Science, Earth/Space Science Emphasis, BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    Start your journey toward becoming a science teacher with a bachelor's degree in teaching - science, earth/space science emphasis. Graduates leave with specialized, in-depth knowledge of geology, oceanography, astronomy and meteorology, and are prepared to teach any science course to grades 4-12.

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17. Water Resources Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    Explore the origin, nature, distribution, movement, exploitation and conservation of surface and subsurface waters, as well as the problems associated with the development of water resources in Wisconsin and the U.S..

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18. Women of Color Feminisms Program type: Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    

    The women of color feminisms certificate is designed for students who have a strong interest in learning about the experiences of women of color.

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19. Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, BA or BS Program type: Major; Minor; Certificate Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus

    

    Think critically about the intersection of race, ethnicity, gender and sexualities with other hierarchies of power and privilege — and be an advocate for social justice — with a bachelor's degree in women's, gender, and sexuality studies.

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All Sustainability-Focused Course Offerings

If you're already a student at UW-Eau Claire explore what you can do with these majors by looking at the Advising Retention + Career Center's "What Can I Do With A Major In..." (WCIDWAMI) on the Blugold Insiders website!