Vision Statement: 

The Department of Environmental Studies (ENVS) advances research, teaching, and practice areas to address climate, biodiversity, resource, and environmental justice challenges. We are a diverse body of engaged scholars who work rigorously, inclusively, creatively, and persistently for the well-being of the planet and the life it sustains.

Mission Statement: 

The Department of Environmental Studies (ENVS) is a community of scholars conducting teaching, research, and engagement/service focused on the multiple dimensions of environmental change. We integrate  scientific understanding of human-environment interactions, practical responses to environmental problems, and values that shape our decisions and behavior.