Professor Pamela McElwee was one of a handful of international experts invited to present at the GEA International Conference in Tokyo October 15-16, 2026, one of Japan’s most prominent high-level gatherings on global environmental policy.
Dr. Jenny Isaacs led Rutgers undergrad students for nine days of experiential learning on our coasts observing birds, talking to people and learning to look differently at tourism and conservation. The students gained important perspectives on balancing Jersey Shore tourism and the coastal ecosystem that drives it.
October 27, 2026 Speaker: Dr. Fanfan Wu, Social Scientist, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Human Foods Program Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 Time: 10:20am-11:40am Location: Rutgers University, Blake Hall, 93 Lipman Dr, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Abstract: How does social and behavioral science shape communication, food policy, and public health at the nation’s leading food […]
Explore the Mekong Delta through Rutgers’ faculty-led Winter Study Abroad program. This 3-credit course immerses students in one of the world’s most important food-producing regions, examining how climate change, water management, agriculture, and rapid economic transition are reshaping communities and landscapes. From urban parks to floating markets, students will experience climate adaptation, economic development, and […]
From August 24–28, 2026, the Department of Human Ecology hosted its second annual Summer School on Sustainability Governance, welcoming nearly 30 doctoral students, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career scholars from nearly 25 universities across the United States, Canada, and beyond. Selected from more than 140 applicants, participants brought diverse research perspectives ranging from fisheries governance in […]
A one-day workshop exploring the intersection of democratic participation and scientific complexity in climate and sustainability governance. Register Now Overview Join us for an engaging, interdisciplinary workshop that brings together researchers, practitioners, and participants interested in advancing climate and sustainability governance. This event examines the tensions between inclusive public participation and the complexities of scientific […]
It’s summer internship season and so we caught up with EPIB student Drishta Soni to talk about her internship with the Department of Environmental Protection.
Freshman Michelle Rozenfeld is a Rutgers Honors student who has found a home for her environmental interests as an EPIB major and Science Communication minor and got a real head start in High School where she wrote her book “Teen Climate Changers.”
Bella Fowler interviews student Parie Patel about her experiences as an EPIB and Mechanical Engineering Double Major
EPIB and Political Science double major Anna McHugh (Class of ‘27) has recently been awarded the Segal Foundation Scholarship for her work in agrivoltaics. The Paul and Jenna Segal Foundation Scholarship funds educational activities related to renewable energy and its storage. Anna became interested in becoming an EPIB major “because of the uniqueness of the […]
