Environmental Science
Department of Environmental and Sustainability Science
Kean's Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science degree prepares you to join a new generation of scientists by providing hands-on research and field experiences across New Jersey and around the world. Students learn about hydroponic agriculture, soil chemistry, climate change, coastal resiliency, water and air pollution, Geographic Information Systems, and waste management. Together, you'll work with Kean faculty to measure and monitor the environment in both field and laboratory settings, developing strategies to solve the most pressing environmental issues of our time. Environmental science majors work with faculty on research projects and/or intern with one of our many local partnering companies, parks, sustainable farms/hydroponic nurseries, and nonprofit organizations.
Kean environmental science students research local ecology and participate in conservation initiatives.
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Faculty
Juyoung Ha, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Environmental Chemistry/Soil Science
Will Heyniger, Lecturer, Sustainability/Composting
Shuting Liu, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Marine Biogeochemistry
Dongyan Mu, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Sustainability/Life Cycle Assessment
Kikombo Ngoy, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Remote Sensing
Cailin O'Connor, Lecturer, Ornithology
Feng Qi, Ph.D., Professor, Geography and GIS
Joseph Sarnoski, Lecturer, Geomorphology and Drones
Daniela Shebitz, Ph.D., Professor, Plant Ecology/Ethnobiology
Galia Shokry, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Environmental and Climate Justice
Janice Strassburger, Managing Assistant Director
Environmental Biology
Kean's Environmental Biology program (Biology, B.S.) prepares students for a career in the natural sciences as a field ecologist, naturalist, environmental educator, zoologist, and much more. Many hands-on field courses and research experiences will prepare you to monitor biological systems while gaining core knowledge in species identification, evolution, ecology, conservation, and biodiversity. Students can use this major to gain a strong background in wildlife ecology, ornithology, forest and plant ecology, marine biology, and restoration. All students in this program work on an independent research project with a faculty mentor and/or intern with a local partnering organization.
Environmental Biology Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge in environmental biology including evolution, biodiversity, plant-animal interactions, field methods, and conservation ecology Ad
- Recognize the interrelationship of biotic components of the environment with the geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere
- Effectively communicate through written and oral methods, including reports, scientific posters, and presentations
- Apply the scientific method to carry out effective research and monitoring of environmental systems
- Critically evaluate information for validity and convey scientific materials from peer-reviewed sources
- Suggest real-world solutions to complex environmental problems
Environmental Biology Guidesheet
Environmental Biology 4-year Plan
Kean Skylands
A "living laboratory" in Jefferson Township spans 41 acres of pristine forest, providing immersive research and educational opportunities for students.
Study Abroad
Kean offers study abroad opportunities in many countries. Study at Wenzhou Kean University in China for the cost of a semester at Kean USA.
Internships and Jobs
At Kean, we believe in helping all of our students find internships and jobs that support their career goals. Career services staff provide professional services and offer job fairs and networking events year-round.
Careers
Kean’s Environmental Science graduates pursue graduate degrees or go directly into the workforce in fields including:
- stormwater management
- coastal resiliency
- environmental planning
- climate change modeling
- environmental engineering
- conservation biology
- geoscience
- hydrogeology
- sustainable agriculture
- environmental education
Employers include the National Park Service, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the NJ Department of Environmental Protection, nonprofit organizations, environmental consulting firms, and much more.
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