Environmental Justice
Undergraduate Certificate
Program Overview
Do you want to address inequality in society and prepare for a sustainable future? The environmental justice certificate prepares students who want to address issues of social inequality based on race, gender, and poverty related to environmental issues facing society. This program is open to all majors.
Program Snapshot
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
Climate change, safe drinking water, clean air, healthy food, sustainable transportation, and housing.
These issues all intersect nature and society. Learn about the history of environmental justice and modern approaches to address inequalities to basic human rights.
Prepare to become part of the solution so all members of society can benefit from a sustainable future.
Program Highlights
As a student working on the Environmental Justice certificate, you'll:
- Integrate natural science and social science coursework.
- Join one of the many environmental student organizations on campus like Central Sustainability.
- Students will engage in collaborative problem solving to create sustainable and just solutions.
Careers & Outcomes
Graduates who hold this certificate work in both urban and rural settings on issues such as helping farmers implement conservation policy, campaigns to raise public awareness, helping cities to improve transportation and green space access, and analyzing the impact of pollution on underrepresented communities.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Environmental Planner/Scientist | $78,980 |
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