About Environmental Studies at UCSB
Established in 1970, The Environmental Studies Program at UC Santa Barbara is one of the oldest and largest programs in the nation, and is recognized as one the most successful undergraduate environmental programs in the world.
With over 5,000 alumni, our graduates can be found holding leadership positions, nationally and internationally, in government, industry, law, and dozens of other fields. We pioneered an interdisciplinary educational model that is now widely adapted by other institutions around the globe. We combine a rigorous classroom experience with practical skills training.
Our mission is to train leaders, develop new knowledge, and devise solutions that will restore and sustain the health of our planet. Click here to learn more about the Environmental Studies Program's curriculum, history, faculty and alumni.
Environmental Studies News
Call for 2012-13 ES Program Teaching Assistant Applications
Updated: April 26, 2012 - 10:06am
Downlaod the application onine. For primary consideration apply by Friday, MAY 25, 2012.
Fall 2011 ES Program Newsletter Now Available
Updated: December 21, 2011 - 5:39pm
Get the latest scoop on the ES Program. Also check out a recent feature article titled "Environmental Studies students solving real world problems in the classroom and the community."
Professor Alagona Receives National Science Foundation CAREER Award
Updated: October 11, 2011 - 10:51am
NSF's most prestigious award given in support of the early career development activities of those teacher- scholars who are most likely to become the academic leaders of the 21st century.
Upcoming Events
31st Annual ES Manley Lecture: Jay Gulledge, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions
Speaker: Jay Gulledge, Senior Scientist and Director for Science and Impacts Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, Arlington, VAEvent Date: June 4, 2012 - 3:30pm
"Scientific Uncertaninty, Risk Management, and the Benefits of Climate Change." Monday, June 4th, 2012 at 3:30pm, Buchanan 1940
ES Program Commencement Reception
Event Date: June 16, 2012 - 11:30amEvery June the ES Program hosts a reception in honor of our graduation seniors. All 2012 ES graduates, family and friends are invited.
