Organizations and Departments with a Focus on the Environment

Conservation Biology has as its central tenet the protection of the world’s biodiversity. Biodiversity, the sum total of all living things, represents the immense variation and richness found in the natural world. » read more

The St. Lawrence University Conservation Council’s primary concern is with energy use and conservation on the University campus. Its function is to lead a concerted effort throughout the University to reduce energy consumption, with a combination of short-range, intermediate, and long-range goals. » read more

EAO is a student led organization that strives to create a more environmentally friendly campus. » read more

The Environmental Studies Department gives students a broad understanding of the complex nature of environmental problems. The aim is to provide specific knowledge of the relationship between traditional disciplines and environmental studies. The program also hopes to foster an integrated and coherent approach for environmental problem solving. » read more

The Green House (Low Impact Living Theme Cottage) seeks to create a comfortable living environment for ecologically-minded and environmentally-conscious individuals on campus. » read more

An organization dedicated to promote and preserve local and international food traditions and to work towards creating just and sustainable food systems while creating stronger ties between SLU students and the greater community.  » read more

The Outdoor Studies Program has three divisions: the Outdoor Studies Minor, the Outdoor Program, and the Adirondack Semester. The Program aims to develop students’ appreciation for nature and the human place in it. » read more