Overall Rating Gold
Overall Score 65.91
Liaison Elizabeth MacKenzie
Submission Date June 25, 2024

STARS v2.2

University of Iowa
AC-4: Graduate Program

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 3.00 / 3.00 Brinda Shetty
Program Manager
Office of Sustainability and the Environment
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Majors and degree programs 

Does the institution offer at least one sustainability-focused major, degree program, or the equivalent for graduate students?:
Yes

Name of the sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program:
M.A. in Geographical and Sustainability Sciences

A brief description of the graduate-level degree program:

The graduate program is focused on the environmental consequences of human decisions on local, regional, and global scales and the application of GIScience to the study of these consequences. We provide leading-edge educational and research experience for professional and research-oriented graduate studies in GIScience, environmental change, health and society, and international development.


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Additional degree programs (optional) 

Name of the sustainability-focused, graduate-level degree program (2nd program):
M.S. in Sustainable Water Development (Department of Civil and Enviromental Engineering)

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A brief description of the graduate degree program (2nd program):

Our work addresses social justice issues like food, energy, and water for all. Students make a difference in communities with the greatest need, most notable sustainable water solutions. Student prepare to work with water-quality professionals in industry, government, research, and NGOs across the world.


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Name of the sustainability-focused, graduate-level degree program (3rd program):
M.S. in Occupational and Enviromental Health

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A brief description of the graduate degree program (3rd program):

This program will prepare you for a career on the front lines of environmental and occupational health. Your faculty advisor will help you design a plan of study to fit your educational and professional goals. OEH MS degrees can be tailored to students’ interests. Students work with their faculty advisors to select elective coursework on topics such as environmental health, environmental toxicology, and ergonomics. You’ll graduate qualified for exciting job opportunities in local, state, or federal health agencies, and in departments of health and safety in commercial enterprises and academic institutions.


Website URL for the graduate degree program (3rd program):
The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused graduate-level degree programs:

M.S. in Sustainable Development https://grad.admissions.uiowa.edu/academics/sustainable-development-ms


Minors, concentrations and certificates 

Does the institution offer one or more graduate-level sustainability-focused minors, concentrations or certificates?:
Yes

Name of the graduate-level sustainability-focused minor, concentration or certificate:
Sustainable Water Development Certificate

A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate:

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Water Development (SWD) is administered by the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department and classes are held partially online and at the Iowa City campus. The Graduate College grants the certificate. Admission is available to professionals looking to address future challenges of water scarcity and variability while also meeting the food and energy demands of Earth’s growing population. This Certificate leverages a unique learning environment focused on water sustainability that extends beyond any one discipline, department, or College.


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