Environmental Studies
Explore the intersection of faith, science, and society through Malone’s environmental studies program
Malone’s environmental studies program is interdisciplinary, equipping you with a broad foundation in ethics, economics, and politics alongside core studies in conservation and sustainability. As a secondary major, it gives you additional flexibility to pair it with another major to ignite your career and calling.
Rooted in a commitment to creation care as a natural expression of Christian faith, this program prepares you to serve God and love others by stewarding the world He has made—working toward a more just, sustainable future for our global community.
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Studying environmental factors at Ohio’s only Bible-based university
Pursuing environmental studies at Malone offers a meaningful perspective that integrates faith with the responsibility to care for God’s creation. This unique approach fosters a deep sense of purpose and ethical responsibility, preparing students to lead with integrity and compassion in the field of environmental conservation and sustainability.
- Discover how to care for God’s creation by adding this secondary major to any other major program of study
- Experience your career with field experiences in Michigan, Washington, Costa Rica, or India through Au Sable Institute for Environmental Studies
- Explore God’s creation through other lenses including ethics, economics, politics, law, and policy
Jobs and career paths with an environmental studies (secondary) major
Malone’s environmental studies program will equip you with the skills to address pressing environmental challenges through the lens of Christian stewardship. Graduates of this program are prepared to pursue a wide range of fulfilling careers that promote sustainability, conservation, and environmental renewal, including:
- Environmental Policy Analyst
- Renewable Energy Specialist
- Conservation Officer
- Ecologist
- Climate Policy Analyst
- Hydrologist
- Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist
Program Distinctives / Hands-On Opportunities
Summer learning opportunities through Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies
Diversify your skills and stand out from the crowd as an advocate for our environment by taking summer courses through Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies. Pursue field experiences in Michigan, Washington, Costa Rica, or India.
Gain environmental caretaking experience in flourishing northeast Ohio
Malone isn’t far from Lake Erie and Cuyahoga Valley National Park, both of which are living laboratories where you can become an expert and advocate for environmental caretaking solutions.
Double your by adding this program of study
When you add a secondary major, like Environmental Studies, to another major of your choice, you enhance your resume and customize your learning to uniquely prepare you for your calling.
Environmental Studies Internship Opportunities
Gain valuable hands-on experience with internship opportunities that bridge your academic knowledge with professional development. Malone students have gained experience at a variety of locations, such as:
- Brownfield Restoration Group
- Ohio State University Extension
- USDA
- Army Corps of Engineers
Explore your options: Minor in environmental studies
Have you chosen another major but want to enhance your studies with an environmental studies minor? You can do that at Malone!
You must pair your environmental studies secondary major with another major such as:
Biology major
Are you passionate about science, but also feel called to make a difference with your career? As a biology major at Malone University in Ohio, you’ll gain a deep understanding of living organisms through a unique blend of rigorous science education and a Christ-centered perspective.
Biochemistry major
Through Malone’s biochemistry major, you will learn fundamental chemical principles that are the foundation of all life on Earth. A combination of biology, chemistry, math, and physics, this immersive program will help you prepare to be a Christian leader in a wide variety of careers in the health professions, biotechnology, and agriculture.
Zoo and Wildlife Biology Major
Our zoo and wildlife biology major goes beyond the typical zoology degree, offering a focused approach to caring for captive animals, while still providing a well-rounded study of animals. If you want more than just a typical zoology education, choose our program that emphasizes specialized, hands-on experiences as you care for God’s creation.
Selected courses in this program
- ECON 202 – Principles of Macroeconomics
- BIOL 220 – Environmental Sciences
- BUS 372 – Environmental Regulation, Policy, and Law
- BUS 374 – Environmental Conservation and Sustainability
- BIOL 381 – General Ecology
- ENVS 460 – Environmental Studies Capstone Seminar
- BUS 471 – Environmental Planning, Strategy, and Leadership
Faith Integration
Caring for creation is an essential expression of our faith. Rooted in our Christian commitment to stewardship, compassion, and renewal, the environmental studies program prepares students to engage with environmental challenges through a lens of faith, hope, and responsibility. As we study ecosystems, sustainability, and human impact, we seek to honor God by pursuing solutions that promote the flourishing of both people and the planet.
Apply to Malone’s environmental studies program
Are you passionate about caring for creation and making a difference in the world? Our environmental studies secondary major equips you with the knowledge, skills, and faith-driven perspective to address environmental challenges and live out God’s calling to stewardship.
Apply to Malone today!