About the Program

Environmental Studies requires an understanding of the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Students employ this interdisciplinary approach to develop a comprehensive understanding of the causes, consequences, and solutions to environmental problems.

Our goal is for all of our majors to graduate with:

  • an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of environmental issues;
  • the research and analytical skills to understand the causes of, consequences of, and solutions to environmental problems;
  • the communications skills to share your understanding with a broad audience of stakeholders;
  • the desire and the ability to contribute to solving the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.

You are encouraged to talk to the Director, Robert Humston, early in your academic career in order to discuss the course of study most appropriate to your interests and career plans. You are also encouraged to contact the Program Coordinator, Debra Frein, to ask any logistical, registration, or curricular questions.

 

Environmental Studies Major Requirements

The list of requirements to graduate with a Major in Environmental Studies.

Environmental Studies Minor Requirements

The list of requirements to graduate with a Minor in Environmental Studies.

Course Offerings

Courses offered by the Environmental Studies Program.

Internships, Grants and Awards

Annual Events

Keep your eye out for these key annual events.

History of the Program

When did the Program start and what have been the significant changes and contributions that led to where it is today?

Program Info

  • Environmental Studies Program
    Tucker Hall 015
    Washington and Lee University
    Lexington, Virginia 24450

Bill Hamilton

Interim Program Head

Debra Frein

Program Coordinator