Congratulations to Professor Eri Saikawa on being named a 'New Voices' leader by the National Academies. "New Voices aims to expand the diversity of experts engaged in the work of the National Academies while supporting leaders who are addressing national and global challenges. During their two-year term of service, the new members will engage in… Continue reading Professor Saikawa Named ‘New Voices’ Leader by National Academies
By Easton Lane 25C Greta Franke (25C) is an Environmental Sciences and Music double major on the Ecology and Vocal Performance tracks, respectively. During summer 2023, Franke completed a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) internship focusing on soil ecology, an opportunity that she found after completing Emory’s year-long Scholarly Inquiry and Research Experience (SIRE). Greta… Continue reading Greta Franke 25C, Develops Vital Research Skills in Emory’s SIRE Program
By Easton Lane 25C An environmental science degree can take you in more directions than you would expect—many more directions. Areanna Sabine (18C, 23MBA) exemplifies that fact as the CEO of Birdzoff, a company specializing in bird-deterrent services. Birdzoff uses their own technology to humanely ensure that important infrastructure and public areas can be protected… Continue reading Areanna Sabine 18C, 23MBA: Affecting Environmental Change from the Inside
Edited by Easton Lane 25C Sasha Collins 24C Internship Organization: Zoo Atlanta Sasha Collins had the opportunity to intern at Zoo Atlanta during summer 2023, working with the zoo’s Primate Keepers to take care of monkeys, lemurs, and sloths. Over the preceding winter, he had started looking for a summer internship when he heard about… Continue reading Green Internships Fund – Summer 2023
Naturi Scott 25C It's been nearly two months now since I’ve stepped back into the U.S. from studying abroad, and wow…I was really in Africa! I got the chance to explore two beautiful countries, Namibia and Botswana, and get to know them intimately in an immersive class setting. There is so much to say and… Continue reading ENVS 446: Reflections on the summer field course in Southern Africa
Editor: Easton Lane 25C Nick Chang (24C), a senior on the Environmental Sciences: Ecology & Conservation track (Bachelor of Science), was recently honored with the ENVS Lester Scholarship. Named for James G. Lester, who founded Emory’s geology department, Lester joined Emory's faculty in 1919, and continued to make contributions throughout his tenure. His contributions can… Continue reading Nick Chang 24C – Lester Scholarship Awardee
ENVS rising senior, Vivian Liu, has been named a 2023 Udall Scholar, the 4th in Emory's history. Vivian is pursuing a BS in ENVS on the Social Science & Policy track. Vivan's award is in recognition of research and advocacy work focused on preserving natural landscapes and uplifting marginalized communities. Read the full story in… Continue reading Vivian Liu – 2023 Udall Scholar
Every year it is our honor to choose an ENVS graduating senior who displays significant leadership, presence and service within the ENVS department and Emory community. The Hickcox Award is named in honor of ENVS distinguished Emeritus Professor (and Waffles King), C. Woodbridge Hickcox, or Woody as we know him. Every year it is a… Continue reading 2023 Hickcox Award
May 1, 2023 We invite you to read the full story on Clare's award in Emory News. Story by April Hunt and photo by Kay Hinton. Congratulations, Clare!
By Easton Lane, 25C PROKOPEC LAB Bella Roeske Bella Roeske (24C) is an Environmental Science Major in the BS/MPH 4+1 program with Department of Environmental Health in the Rollins School of Public Health, which allows undergraduates to complete a Bachelor’s of Science in ENVS and a Master’s in Public Health with a concentration in Environmental… Continue reading ENVS Lab Life!
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