Specialization in Politics, Policy and Justice - Specializations - Environmental Studies - College of Arts and Sciences

Politics Policy and Justice

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to analyze information and propose policy alternatives to address the complex environmental issues of climate change, natural resource management and sustainable development

The Specialization

Students explore and critically analyze the nature and development of social and policy structures, with particular attention to issues of equity and justice.
Through coursework and experiential learning, students develop skills to envision and implement equitable and sustainable alternatives to emerging environmental issues.
Course topics range from local, national and international political and legal processes to the practice of policy analysis and the ethical implications of environmental justice.
Internship opportunities abound in local, state and federal government agencies and in political, religious and environmental nonprofit organizations.

Curriculum

The Seattle University Catalog is your source for information about the curriculum for the Politics Policy and Justice Specialization.

Alumni Careers

Recent EVST Graduates with a specialty in Politics, Policy, and Justice have found careers with these organizations:

Community Outreach Specialist, Sound Transit
Project Management Intern, Seattle Public Utilities-City of Seattle
Communications Associate, Washington Environmental Council
Mobility Program Supervisor, Hope Link
Film Manager, Environment Washington
Project Manager, Seattle Seed Company

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