ENVIRONMENT AT UD
The University of Delaware offers a wide variety of opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to get involved with relevant environmental issues and research.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEGREE PRograms
The University of Delaware offers environmental-related degree programs at all levels from baccalaureate through doctorate, with many options for majors, minors, concentrations and programs. Some of these programs might not sound like a natural fit with the environment, but the departments offering them may have an emphasis on sustainability or environmental themes. It’s possible to combine almost any major with your environmental interests!
For a complete list of UD’s undergraduate majors, see the Office of Admission’s Major Finder website. For a complete list of UD’s graduate degree programs, see the Office of Graduate and Professional Programs website.
For Graduate Studies in Environmental and Sustainability, see the Graduate College’s website.
Majors
- Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Animal Science
- Anthropology
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Biological Sciences Education
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Chemistry Education
- Civil Engineering
- Earth Science Education
- Earth Sciences
- Energy and Environmental Policy
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Studies
- Fashion Merchandising
- GI Science and Environmental Data Analytics
- Geography
- Geography Education
- Insect Ecology and Conservation
- Landscape Architecture
- Marine Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Meteorology and Climate Science
- Plant Science
- Public Policy
- Sociology
- Sociology Education
- Sustainable Food Systems
- Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
Programs
- Agriculture and Natural Resource Economics
- Animal and Food Sciences
- Bioinformatics
- Biological Sciences
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Climatology
- Disaster Science and Management
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Energy and Environmental Policy
- Engineering and Public Policy
- Entomology and Wildlife Ecology
- Environmental Economics
- Environmental Science and Management
- Fashion and Apparel Studies
- Geography
- Geology
- Marine Policy
- Marine Studies
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Oceanography
- Plant and Soil Sciences
- Public Policy and Administration
- Sociology
- Urban Analytics and Policy
- Water Science and Policy
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH CENTERS
These research centers and institutes are all pursuing environmental research as all or part of their mission at the University of Delaware or one of our regional research partners and are directed by one or more faculty affiliated with DENIN.
- Center for Applied Coastal Research: a focal point for research in coastal processes and coastal engineering
- Center for Energy & Environmental Policy: leading institution for interdisciplinary graduate education, research, and advocacy in energy and environmental policy
- Center for Environmental Monitoring & Analysis: collects, organizes, archives, and disseminates data from environmental monitoring efforts across the state of Delaware
- Center for Experimental and Applied Economics: exploring a wide variety of economic and consumer behaviors
- Center for Fuel Cells and Batteries: promote fundamental and applied research on fuel cells, batteries, and electrochemical capacitors, as well as address critical issues and barriers to commercialize these electrochemical technologies
- Center for Science, Ethics and Public Policy: integrating ethics and public policy inquiry with scientific research, the university curricula, private sector innovation, and government policy making
- Center for the Study of Pollutants in the Environment: multi-institutional consortium of scientists and engineers working to further the understanding of processes affecting the fate and effects of pollutants in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems
- Delaware Biotechnology Institute: Academic-industrial research partnership exploring biotech solutions to agricultural, medical, energy, and environmental problems
- Delaware Center for Transportation: applied research, education and training, workforce development, and technology transfer in the transportation field
- Delaware Energy Institute: creating and integrating new solutions to challenges in energy sufficiency and sustainability
- Delaware Environmental Observing System (DEOS): provides state agencies and the citizens of Delaware with immediate information about environmental conditions in and around the state and archives data for historical environmental studies and research
- Delaware Geological Survey: geologic and hydrologic research and exploration; dissemination of information through publication and public service
- Disaster Research Center: social scientific study of disasters
- Delaware Water Resources Center: Exploring new ideas addressing water problems through resources and assistance to regional engineers, managers, and governments
- Gerard J. Mangone Climate Change Science & Policy Hub: Promoting collaboration between students, faculty, and specialists to strengthen UD’s climate change innovation, education, and research
- Global Forum on Oceans, Coasts, and Islands: assisting the world’s governments with policy issues related to oceans, coasts, and small island developing states
- Institute for Energy Conversion: developing the fundamental science and engineering base required to improve photovoltaic device performance and processing technologies, then effectively transferring these laboratory results to large-scale manufacturing
- Mid-Atlantic Regional Association Coastal Ocean Observing System (MARACOOS): one of eleven regional associations of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System
ENVIRONMENTAL Student Organizations
These student organizations pursue environmental knowledge, recreation, and advocacy at the University of Delaware.
- American Meteorological Society: Providing opportunities for students interested in meteorology
- American Society of Landscape Architects: A group of students interested in exploring all aspects of landscape architecture
- Biotechnology Club: Raising awareness of the diverse fields within biotechnology
- Earth, Ocean, and Environment Club: Educating students about the natural world through events and field trips
- Entomology Club: Spreading awareness and appreciation for insects and their importance to the environment, as well as aiding Entomological research
- Environmental Engineering Student Organization: Providing professional development and community-building for students interested in environmental engineering
- Epsilon Eta: Gender-inclusive professional environmental fraternity
- Geology Club: Enriching and fun experiences in geology, including hands-on activities and outings
- Hydroponics Club: Giving students hands-on experience with growing their own food via hydroponics
- Impact Investment Club: Education, discussion, and research to equip students to make impactful financial choices for a sustainable future
- Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences (MANRRS): Promoting education and opportunities in agriculture and adjacent fields for minority students.
- Native Species Initiative: Gathering students and local volunteers to remove invasive plant species and add native plant species to public lands in the Newark area.
- Outing Club: Bringing students together through weekly outdoor trips across the region.
- Students for the Environment: Promoting environmental awareness and sustainability practices for the UD community
- Sustainable Fashion Club: Providing sustainable alternatives and direct actions that students can take to support the sustainable fashion industry.
- The Wildlife Society: Bringing together students with a passion for wildlife, the environment, and the outdoors.