Malone University launches new Environmental Science major
A new Environmental Science major is available at Malone University in response to regional and national market demand, available beginning Fall Semester 2025.
This program is designed for students who want to be proactive caretakers of the natural world and inspire others to do the same. The Environmental Science major will help students understand human behavior within the natural world while applying Christian approaches to the ethical and social issues surrounding environmental problems and solutions.
Course content will include topics like water management, sustainability, environmental law and policy, and environmental ethics. Students will gain skills in research, data collection, environmental sampling, and scientific report writing.
“Environmental Science builds on the strengths of our current programs and is an excellent mission fit for Malone because many of our students view creation care as central to their sense of calling and purpose,” said Jason Courter, Ph.D., director of the Natural Sciences program and professor of biology. “We believe this program will prepare students to meet growing workforce needs which are particularly strong in northeast Ohio given our proximity to the Great Lakes and position within the Muskingum River watershed.”
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment for environmental scientists and specialists will grow 7% between 2023 to 2033, nationwide, which is faster than the average for all occupations. Malone stands ready to meet that market demand.
“We believe that adding this program to our Natural Sciences offerings will enhance the learning experience for many Malone students, whether they choose to major in it or not,” said Carrie Stroup, DNP, dean of the division of natural and health sciences. “Many of our recent Zoo & Wildlife Biology students have already completed Environmental Science-related internships and have had excellent experiences. We are currently exploring Learn and Earn partnerships in this area and have an emerging and expanding network of potential collaborators. At the same time, we’re experiencing momentum on campus related to sustainability with the expansion of our campus beekeeping program, our inaugural Sustainability Festival last April, and our newly convened Sustainability Task Force. Additionally, courses like environmental ethics and environmental law and policy could enhance the education of students outside of Environmental Science.”
To learn more, visit www.malone.edu/environmentalscience.