Why Iowa?
Majors in earth, environment, and sustainability come together in one dynamic school that encompasses natural science and human-centered perspectives to help you focus your passion and make an impact in your chosen career.
See yourself here
Exciting field trips, research opportunities, and internships will take you out of the classroom and into labs and nature, providing hands-on, real-world experience.
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From working in a lab to drafting policy, you’ll find your place here. Our majors are designed to provide the foundation and flexibility you need to succeed academically and professionally.
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News and announcements
SEES associate professor Matt Dannenberg published in 'Nature Climate Change'
Friday, August 1, 2025
Terrestrial and marine ecosystems constitute the primary components of the Earth’s biosphere, yet their photosynthetic productions are typically studied separately, which limits understanding of planetary carbon uptake and biosphere health. Here, using multiple satellite-derived products, we identify contrasting net primary production (NPP) trends between land and ocean, probably reflecting their differential sensitivity to climate warming, especially in tropical regions
CSSI researcher affiliate Caglar Koylu traces movement across time and space
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
SEES associate professor Caglar Koylu uses handcrafted methodologies to study geographical and social phenomena, including movement across the American frontier.
