Environmental Scholars Program: Field internship research opportunities in environmental science, policy, and education, by application. Minors participating in this program whose research is in environmental science receive credit toward the minor in the specialized science area. Minors focusing on policy and education receive credit in the specialized policy area. The Environmental Scholars Program is open to all students with preference given to juniors and seniors. See the Environmental Scholars Program page for more information.

A Note About the Environmental Studies Curriculum

New courses are being developed and added to the current offerings listed above. Interested students should check with the Environmental Studies Program staff for the latest information. Students are also advised that other courses, both in the University or as part of an outside program, may be substituted for the above requirements upon petition to and approval by the Program Director, Dr. Eric Strauss.

Questions about Environmental Studies courses can be directed to the Program Director, Dr. Eric Strauss, at strausse@bc.edu, or 617-552-0735. Additional questions about the program and requests for program information and materials should be addressed to the Program Coordinator, Jess Schmierer at schmiere@bc.edu, or 617-552-2477.