| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 73.27 |
| Liaison | Brandon Trelstad |
| Submission Date | March 4, 2016 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Oregon State University
AC-3: Undergraduate Program
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3.00 / 3.00 |
Brandon
Trelstad Sustainability Coordinator Sustainability Office |
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Does the institution offer at least one sustainability-focused major, degree program, or the equivalent for undergraduate students?:
Yes
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The name of the sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program (1st program):
Ecological Engineering
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A brief description of the undergraduate degree program (1st program):
Biological and Ecological Engineering is the application of engineering and life-science principles and problem-solving techniques to the optimum use and sustainability of biological resources. The curriculum is engineering-based with strong emphasis on the life sciences. With undergraduate and graduate options, we bring the insights from biology and the methods of engineering together to provide the products and tools of the future.
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The website URL for the undergraduate degree program (1st program):
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The name of the sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
Environmental Science
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A brief description of the undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
Environmental sciences are central to the mission of Oregon State University - a university with extensive programs related to the environment and wide use of natural resources. OSU is only one of two U.S. universities recognized as a land-, sea-, space- and sun-grant institution. OSU has exceptional strength in many of the disciplines that are required to provide a high-quality interdisciplinary education for future environmental scientists and to provide continuing post-graduate education to scientists who are already active in the field.
The Environmental Sciences Program builds on these institutional strengths offering a BS degree, a MS degree, and a Ph.D.
Strong academic units closely related to environmental science span the university and can provide resources to students. OSU offers comprehensive instructional programs in agriculture, engineering, public health, forestry, biology and the oceanic, atmospheric and earth sciences, and social sciences. Research centers provide focal points for those faculty and students interested in interdisciplinary topics. The presence of state and federal agencies, such as the Corvallis Environmental Protection Agency Laboratory, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the U.S. Forest Service provide unique opportunities for developing undergraduate and graduate research partnerships benefiting Environmental Sciences students.
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The website URL for the undergraduate degree program (2nd program):
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The name of the sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
Natural Resources
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A brief description of the undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
The Natural Resources (NR) Bachelor of Science degree program provides students with a detailed working knowledge of natural resources, their diversity and interdependence, and the critical relationships between humans and their environment. The program of study is interdisciplinary in nature, encompassing a broad spectrum of coursework, while mixing natural resources disciplines from colleges across campus, to include the Colleges of Agricultural Science, Forestry, Liberal Arts, and Science. Because of its flexibility, this program provides students the opportunity to combine areas of particular personal and/or professional interest, maximizing exposure to key natural resources issues and challenges.
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The website URL for the undergraduate degree program (3rd program):
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The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused, undergraduate degree program(s):
Sustainability Double Degree
http://agsci.oregonstate.edu/sustainabilitydd
Environmental Economics and Policy
http://appliedecon.oregonstate.edu/EEP
Agricultural and Resource Economics
http://appliedecon.oregonstate.edu/ugintro
Geography
http://catalog.oregonstate.edu/MajorDetail.aspx?id=239
Fisheries and Wildlife
http://fw.oregonstate.edu/
Philosophy
http://oregonstate.edu/cla/philosophy/
Recreation Resource Management
http://catalog.oregonstate.edu/MajorDetail.aspx?id=847
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Does the institution offer one or more sustainability-focused minors, concentrations or certificates for undergraduate students?:
Yes
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The name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (1st program):
Sustainable Agroforestry (within Natural Resources major)
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A brief description of the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (1st program):
The student pursuing this option will develop skills and knowledge necessary to design and manage integrated sustainable land management systems involving co-production of woody plants and agricultural plants and animals.
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The website URL for the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (1st program):
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The name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Renewable Materials Minor
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A brief description of the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
The renewable materials minor exposes you to the world of renewable materials science and technology and enables you to enhance your education by gaining a specialization that makes you more competitive for careers associated with green materials and allied industries.
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The website URL for the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
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The name of the sustainability-focused undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
Bioenergy Minor
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A brief description of the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
The new research-based interdisciplinary Bioenergy Minor provides an introduction to bioenergy concepts and issues, and a significant research experience. Graduates:
Contribute to long-term environmental and economic sustainability
Obtain research/internships experience and professional skills
Graduate with excellent employment prospects
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The website URL for the undergraduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
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The name, brief description and URL of all other undergraduate-level sustainability-focused minors, concentrations and certificates:
There are numerous other OSU programs, available by request.
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