Environmental Science
About the Program
As one of the oldest in the nation, the undergraduate Environmental Science program offers a modern introduction to the environmental sciences. The challenging background enables students to deal with important environmental issues of the 21st century. Rather than a traditional biological approach to the environment, the program emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of the field by drawing from biology, chemistry, statistics, earth sciences, economics, law, and the humanities. Environmental problems are approached from a holistic perspective. Ferrum’s Environmental Science program offers students great flexibility in developing their own interests.
 | Todd Fredericksen | Associate Professor of Forestry and Wildlife | Ph.D., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | |||||
 | Dana Ghioca-Robrecht | Visiting Instructor of Biology | Ph.D., Texas Tech | |||||
| Delia Heck | Professor of Environmental Science | Ph.D., University of Washington Professor of Environmental Science Program Coordinator of Environmental Science Program Coordinator of Environmental Studies Division Chair of Natural Sciences |
Environmental Science curriculum may include:
- Fundamentals of Ecology
- Aquatic Ecology
- Fisheries & Wildlife Management
- Organic Chemistry
- Introduction to Plant Sciences
- Conservation Biology
- Environmental Planning & Assessment
- Vertebrate Zoology
For full listing of current classes, view the college catalog here.
- Agriculture Club
- Environmental Action Coalition
- Wildlife Club
- Ferrum Nature Society
- Ferrum College Sustainability Society
What Can I Be with a Major in Environmental Science?
- Natural Resource Manager
- Environmental Educator
- Air Quality Controller
- Hydrologist
- Wildlife Manager
- Fish Hatchery Manager
- Park Ranger
- Soil & Water Conservation Consultant
- Conservation Biologist
- Forester
- Environmental Health Inspector
- Game Warden
- Wildlife Rehabilitator
- Environmental Policy Analyst