The Goodwin-Niering Center for Conservation Biology and Environmental Studies (CCBES) is a comprehensive, interdisciplinary program that builds on one of the nation's leading undergraduate environmental studies programs. The Center fosters research, education, and curriculum development aimed at understanding contemporary ecological challenges. Fall 2001 Newsletter Environmental Justice ...

Newsletter for the Goodwin-Niering Center for Conservation Biology and Environmental Studies Spring 2001 Articles Include: Environmental Justice Conference Earth Day 2001 Certificate Program Guest Lecture Series: John Cook and Ralph Lewis Renewable Energy at Conn Fall 2000 Articles include: Senior Summer Internships Alumni Environmental Achievement Award - Documentary Filmmaker Judith Irving '68 ...

The Goodwin-Niering Center for Conservation Biology and Environmental Studies Certificate Program is designed to enhance the undergraduate experience with a strong concentration on environmental issues. Available to students in any major, it enables those who are ready for an additional academic challenge to cultivate their interest in environmental topics through coursework, individual study, ...

Fossil fuel burning, in combination with the destruction of the world's forests, has caused atmospheric carbon dioxide levels to increase sharply in past years. The United States alone accounts for approximately 22% of the carbon dioxide emitted worldwide. This large increase has been connected to climate change, especially global warming and extreme weather. However, there is a small glimmer of ...

Internships and research projects on environmental or ecological subjects directed by faculty associated with the Center for Conservation Biology and Environmental Studies, or projects supported by funds allocated by the Center. Year of Study: 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 Updated December 2001 ...