Our future on this planet depends on the ability of governments at all levels to translate scientific knowledge into laws that motivate sustainable actions and solutions. You can help create a more sustainable future by pursuing the environmental policy and law emphasis. The skills you gain will enable you to navigate politics, ideology and social processes that contribute to environmental problems and solutions.
You'll have access to internships with state and local governmental agencies, as well as nongovernmental organizations. Some potential internship sites include:
You'll have opportunities to conduct research that aligns with your interests. For example, you can get involved with the Research in the Behaviors, Attitudes, Resources and Knowledge of Sustainability (BARKS) campus survey or the Illinois Municipal Sustainability Survey (IMSS).
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You can get active on campus by serving on the environmental committee of the Student Government Association, going on outdoor adventures, participating in a spring break trip to Washington, D.C., or joining student organizations, including:
The transdisciplinary skills you gain in negotiation, communication and collaboration will prepare you to start making a difference in the world. Some jobs you could have include:
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