5 majors and 7 minors that share the goal of conservation and stewardship of our environment.

Majors

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Environment, Economy, Development, and Sustainability

Study how businesses, the economy, and society can be transformed to balance the needs of people, the planet, and profits.
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Environmental Policy and Decision Making

Understand how policy and changes in human behavior can promote protection of natural resources.
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Environmental Science

Study the environment in the field and the lab to understand how we can utilize natural systems to solve environmental problems.
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Forestry, Fisheries, and Wildlife

Learn best management practices for forests, aquatic ecosystems, and wildlife species and their habitats to meet conservation goals.
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Natural Resource Management

Connect people with nature through environmental education efforts and effective resource management.

Minors and certificates

Explore Environment and Natural Resources minors and certificates for current Ohio State students.
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