KU Environmental Studies
The Environmental Studies Program provides students with the tools they need to investigate environmental phenomena, including soil sampling and freshwater ecology to policy-making and social science.
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News from the Program
Dr. Kelly Kindscher is one of six KU professors awarded Big 12 Faculty Fellowships for 2025-2026 academic year
Six KU faculty members have been selected to participate in the Big 12 Faculty Fellowship over the summer and the upcoming academic year. These scholars will visit and collaborate with faculty and students across the Big 12 Conference.
Megan Kaminski in the news again for the Lawrence Transit Poet Laureate program
Our own Megan Kaminski, community poet and KU professor, leads the Lawrence Transit Poet Laureate program, which features poetry on electric buses. She will conduct a "Ride and Write" workshop on July 29, 2025, to inspire submissions for the 2026 theme "Routes to Belonging." Kaminski's efforts aim to foster community connection and reflection through poetry during daily commutes. Submissions are due by November 3, 2025, and can be in any language spoken in the community.
Global Climate Teach-in to bring together perspectives related to climate change, offers opportunities to build community
For the fourth year, KU is participating in the Worldwide Climate Education Week, led by Bard College. Five events offer opportunities to come together in different settings around education about the climate crisis.
KACEE Recognizes Bob Hagen for Two Decades of Leadership in Field-Based Learning
Environmental Studies faculty member awarded 2025 Excellence in Conservation and Environmental Education award.