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Pathways in Physical Science & Sustainability
Students interested in physical science and sustainability become experts who help minimize and manage waste and pollution, protecting the air, water, soil, and ourselves from harmful chemicals. They often coordinate these activities through a multidisciplinary focus, as they integrate the interconnected ideals of viable ecological integrity, viable economies, and equity and justice in their work.
AT A GLANCE / PHYSICAL SCIENCE & SUSTAINABILITY
Is this you?
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I like the environment and would like to protect it.
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I like contributing to my community through my work.
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I like the satisfaction of completing projects.
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I like to problem solve.
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I like working with my hands.
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I like to use my creativity to design and build things.
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I am entrepreneurial.
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I aspire to become self-reliant.
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I find technology exciting.
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I want to have a variety of tasks and locations in my work.
CONDUCTING RESEARCH
DEVELOPING RENEWABLE TECHNOLOGIES
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
THE GPA DIFFERENCE
How will GPA support my pursuit for this pathway?
We use an interdisciplinary approach to understand and try to resolve environmental problems. Therefore, we help students develop knowledge and skills from disciplines spanning the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Our students are activated to create a more just and sustainable world.
COLLEGES & PROGRAMS
Where should I study?
GPA alumni earned acceptance Environmental Studies programs at Colorado College, Smith, Occidental, Lewis & Clark and the list goes on and on. Our students want to work in the field and gain invaluable experience. We point them to programs that will work for them.
Cornell University, home to the Design & Environmental Analysis program
Explore the possibilities
CONCENTRATION IN
Nuclear Engineering
Primarily concerned with finding practical applications of nuclear energy. This includes the development and maintenance of nuclear reactors, power plants, and weapons.
CONCENTRATION IN
Environmental Engineering
The application of scientific principles to environmental improvement. Generally speaking, this discipline attempts to provide healthy air, water and land for safe habitation. Additionally, this particular discipline attempts to find ways to reverse environmental damages caused by pollution.
CONCENTRATION IN
Agricultural Engineering
Apply engineering science to agricultural production and farming. Combines elements of mechanical, civil, and chemical engineering with animal and plant biology.
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Alumni
Here's what GPA Alumni are doing to pursue this pathway in their postsecondary education. This provides a glimpse in what you could be doing as a result of pursuing one of these paths!