Education and Research
Sustainability related majors, minors, programs
Sustainability concepts can be applied to nearly all majors. Here are programs where it is a focal point.
Minors
- Sustainability, through School of Engineering and Computer Science
- Environmental Science. Department: Geological and Environmental Sciences
- Environmental Studies. Department: Environmental Studies
Majors
- BA in Geological and Environmental Sciences. Department: Geological & Environmental Sciences
- BS with Environmental Science Concentration Department: Geological & Environmental Sciences
- BA in Environmental Studies. Department: Environmental Studies
Graduate & Professional Degrees
- J.D. Environmental Concentration
- M.S.L., Legal Concentration in Water & the Environment
- L.L.M. in Water Resources Law
- J.S.D. in International Water Resources
Class Project Ideas
Have to research and present a class project? Why not make it a project that contributes to Pacific's sustainability efforts? Below is a list of potential project ideas. Contact us to discuss potential projects, one listed or an idea of your own.
| Project | Skills Developed |
| Arbor Walk | GIS, graphic design, interactive media, plant identification |
| Edibles walk | GIS, graphic design, interactive media, plant identification |
| Energy Audit of a building | data collection, writing, energy audit skills |
| Building Water Filter Study | engineering, cost-benefit analysis, water system knowledge |
Completed class projects:
- Engineering, Building Information Modeling: Garden Rescource Center Design
- 3D Design - Battery collection containers
- 3D Design - Garden Furniture from reclaimed Redwood
- Engineering Management Senior Project: Energy Audit
Funding - SPIF
The Sustainability Project Investment Fund (SPIF) was established by the university in 2012 to fund projects that advance the University's sustainability efforts at any of the three campuses. Funds are available to Faculty, staff, and students.
SPIF Funding Timeline
September - February: Prepare applications
February: Applications submitted
March - April: Applications reviewed by Sustainability Committee
May: Notification of awards are distributed
July 1: Funds are released for approved project implementation the following fiscal year
Resource -AASHE Hub
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education has resources related to all avenues of sustainability in higher education. There are resources for faculty on how to address sustainability in the curriculum and examples of ways students have adopted sustainable practices on campuses. Because Pacific is an AASHE member, everyone with a pacific.edu email address can access the AASHE resources.
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