Specialization in Ecological Systems

 The Specialization

• Building on the natural science courses in the EVST core, coursework in the Ecological Systems Specialization includes a choice of courses in physical and ecological science and field exploration in diverse Pacific Northwest habitats.
• Numerous internships are available to students in the areas of government, business, nonprofit and agricultural operations.
• Many of the relevant course options in Ecological Science are in the Biology Department, so we strongly encourage students pursing this specialization to consider completing a minor in Biology. 

Curriculum

The Seattle University Catalog is your source for information about the curriculum for the Ecological Systems Specialization.

Alumni Careers

Recent EVST Graduates with a specialty in Ecological Systems have found careers with these organizations: 

• Americorps Islandwood Brightwater Educator, Islandwood
• Urban Program Specialist, Islandwood
• Photojournalist, Tampa Bay Times
• Market Assistant Manager, Neighborhood Farmers Market Alliance
• Irrigation Planning Assistant, Huntington Library (art collection and botanical gardens) 
• Environmental Educator, Seward Park Audubon Center
• Wetland Biologist Intern, Washington State Department of Transportation 
• Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, F.I.S.H. 
• Educator at Aquarium of the Bay
• Community Relations, LA Metro 
• Educator at Sitka Conservation Society 
• Forest Restoration Intern, Nature Consortium 

Other helpful links about career opportunities can be found on the Career Resources page.