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Continue Reading Latest News - From ES AdvisingES students Samantha Ross and Jillian Fischer publish pieces in Civil Eats
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Continue Reading ES students Samantha Ross and Jillian Fischer publish pieces in Civil EatsEnvironmental Studies Scholarships Make a Difference
Your generosity continues to make a real difference in the lives of our students. Thanks to your support, Environmental Studies majors have the chance to conduct innovative research, experience the adventure of field studies programs, and gain invaluable professional experience through internships that help launch rewarding careers.
Continue Reading Environmental Studies Scholarships Make a DifferenceA Conversation with James Rojas - The Emerging Latino Metropolis: Shaping the city through memory, need, and aspiration.
(Wednesday October 29th at the UCEN Harbor Room 5:30pm - 7:15pm ) Light refreshments will be provided!
Continue Reading A Conversation with James Rojas - The Emerging Latino Metropolis: Shaping the city through memory, need, and aspiration.How everyday beauty products could pose a toxic health threat
A new study co-authored by Bhavna Shamasunder, lead investigator and ES faculty member, reveals that formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, is present in many everyday personal care products, particularly those marketed to Black and Latina women. The research found that over half of participants used products with formaldehyde-releasing preservatives on a daily basis, raising concerns about long-term health risks such as cancer and reproductive harm. The study was led by Robin Dodson of the Silent Spring Institute and highlights the need for stronger regulation and clearer labeling to better protect consumers, especially women of color.
Continue Reading How everyday beauty products could pose a toxic health threatUCSB Professor Explores Possibility of Recovering California Grizzly Bear
Rebecca Caraway, Noozhawk Staff Writer (05/03/2025) - A recent study by UCSB environmental historian Peter Alagona suggests that reintroducing grizzly bears to California is feasible, highlighting suitable habitats in regions like the southern Sierra Nevada and near Santa Barbara. While two-thirds of Californians support the idea, concerns about human-bear conflicts persist, necessitating careful planning and community engagement for a successful reintroduction.
Continue Reading UCSB Professor Explores Possibility of Recovering California Grizzly Bear
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