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Tara Houska

'Every Decision, Every Step, Has Dominoes Behind It'

Rose Walters Prize winner Tara Houska discusses how communities like Dickinson can make a profound difference in the fight to protect the Earth, its people and our natural resources.

Dickinson College Takes Top Spot in Comprehensive Sustainability Report

For the second consecutive year, Dickinson has earned the top position among baccalaureate institutions in the prestigious Sustainable Campus Index.

Associate Professor of German Antje Pfannkuchen delivers an introduction during a student presentation of original fieldwork conducted in Germany. Photo by Joe O'Neill.

Word on the Street: Students Conduct Sustainability Research in Germany

“It’s a lot of work, but it’s really fun.” Students conduct fieldwork in Germany as part of an innovative program on global sustainability and the transition to green energy.

Environmental Science

Environmental Studies and Environmental Science Major Jobs and Graduate School Acceptances 2023

Environmental studies majors accepted to the University of Brighton and Cardozo School of Law and joining Teach for America.

Portrait of John Mather

Astrophysicist for NASA's James Webb Space Telescope to Give Talk at Dickinson

John Mather will receive Dickinson’s annual Joseph Priestley Award.

Lauren Orefice

Student Snapshot: Lauren Orefice ’24

“It’s so important to put yourself out there and try new things.” Meet Lauren Orefice ’24 (environmental studies), an a cappella singer and study-abroad student who served a writing internship in NYC.

Student-researchers pose with their reports of original research on food access in Cumberland County, Pa. The students presented their work in early December. Photo by Dan Loh.

Students Research, Report on Food Access in Cumberland County, Pa.

Students analyzed data, interviewed nonprofit leaders and surveyed guests at seven food banks, deliver public report.

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