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When you major in environmental and sustainability studies at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, you’ll study physical, biological and social sciences and develop competency in a specific discipline. Prepare to contribute solutions for current and future local and global challenges. Our interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes engagement in the community, internship opportunities, communication skills, collaboration, teamwork, leadership skills and critical thinking that will serve you well in the workplace or in the pursuit of advanced degrees.
Nearly half of Nebraska's land area is grassland, necessitating trained professionals to make smart decisions that maintain the health, productivity and biodiversity of our grasslands, rangelands and prairies. The Center for Grassland Studies offers an undergraduate degree in grassland systems, with two options specializing in grassland ecology and management or grazing livestock systems. Prepare for an exciting career as a land or prairie manager, or as a research scientist pursuing further grassland study.