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.

Current Two Year Course Schedule

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 

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