Sustainability in Academics

Learn how to shape our future for the better.

Sustainability education at the College makes space for both tradition and innovation. Choose majors and minors that are relevant to your interests. Unsure about your major? No matter which program interests you, you can learn through experience.  

Our affiliated programs of study prepare students to be innovative problem solvers. Gain the knowledge, career skills and experience to improve our world! 

Current students/faculty/staff: If you have a valid campus login, you can find more information on The Hub!

Programs

Sustainability is multidisciplinary. Below, you’ll find a diverse group of academic majors, minors and concentrations. What do they all have in common? A commitment to creating graduates who can guide us towards a sustainable future.
  • Undergraduate

    Majors

    • Environmental and Sustainability Studies 
    • Anthropology 
    • Business Administration 
      • Hospitality and Tourism Management concentration 
      • Entrepreneurship concentration 
    • Environmental Geosciences
    • Geology 
    • Public Health 
    • Urban Studies 
    • Women's and Gender Studies 

    Minors

    • Environmental and Sustainability Studies
    • Crime, Law and Society 
    • Entrepreneurship 
    • Leadership for Sustainability 

  • Graduate

    • Environmental and Sustainability Studies 
    • Business Administration 
    • Historic Preservation and Community Planning 

  • Certifications

    • Cultural Sustainability Certificate 
    • Sustainability and 21st Century Business Solutions 

Educational Nature Walk

a group of students on a boardwalk at Stono Preserve, going on a nature walk

A nature walk at Stono Preserve, made possible by the Environmental and Sustainability Studies (EVSS) program!

Experiential Learning

Learn by doing. Gain real-world experiences. Apply your knowledge and skills to enact change. Explore what sustainability means to Charleston.  Experiential programs include:

 

CSD Internship

a CSD intern stands behind a table that contains information about the CSD and talks to a visiting student

A CSD Intern tabling at our annual Sustainability Week event.

Learn more about CSD Programs