Environmental Studies Program
— Illinois Wesleyan University Mission Statement —
"The University, through its policies, programs and practices,
is committed to diversity, social justice
and environmental sustainability."
Environmental Studies addresses a broad range of issues concerning the relationship of human beings with the natural world. Understanding these issues requires that knowledge from diverse disciplines be brought together, and new modes of thinking be developed. At Illinois Wesleyan, the Environmental Studies Program is designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of the scientific concepts, the societal factors - cultural, political and economic - and the ethical dimensions behind environmental issues. The program includes both interdisciplinary courses and courses that address environmental issues from a variety of disciplinary perspectives, and offers both a major and a minor degree.
The Environmental Studies Program at Illinois Wesleyan University seeks to inform and influence the general university community as well as educate our minors and provide them with specific skills for environmental work. Read the full Program Goals.
Campus Environmental Sustainability News
Groves '11 Receives National Research Fellowship
Anna Groves '11, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in plant biology, has received a prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship.
The Pantagraph
The IWU Peace Garden is among recipients of grants from the McLean County Wellness Coalition. Also reported by WJBC radio.
Illinois Sustainable Living and Wellness Expo
Exhibitors promoting personal health and environmentally sustainable living will gather at the Shirk Center on Saturday, April 13 for the Illinois Sustainable Living and Wellness Expo.
The Pantagraph: IWU students immerse themselves in Alternative Fall Break
Contact Us
Abigail Jahiel, Director
Environmental Studies Program
Illinois Wesleyan University
PO Box 2900
Bloomington IL 61702
ajahiel@iwu.edu
(309) 556-3923