Environmental Studies

General Contact Information

Env. Studies Program Director

Dr. Susan Kaspari
Discovery Hall 329
susan.kaspari@cwu.edu
509-963-2738

Environmental Studies Program, MS 7418

Central Washington University
400 E. University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926

enst@cwu.edu
509.963.2731

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Environmental Studies Program Academic Advisor:

Judd Gray
Office:  Dean Hall 306

Judd is the general academic advisor for Environmental Studies majors.  The best way to contact him for an appointment is to email him at judd.grey@cwu.edu

Additional Environmental Studies general advising support:
Dr. Susan Kaspari, Environmental Studies Program Director

Program Specializations & Associated Faculty Advisors

B.S., Environmental Sciences, Anthropology

Environmental Anthropology is the study of cultural-environmental relations. The specialization equips students to recognize, document and understand local perspectives and dynamics on nature, as a baseline to generate conservation initiatives that are socially sustainable.

Environmental Anthropology Advising Worksheet

Environmental Anthropology Faculty Advisor:

Dr. Lori Sheeran
Dean Hall, Room 335
(509) 963-1434
sheeranl@cwu.edu

B.S., Environmental Sciences, Biology

Environmental Biology is the study of human impacts and environmental change on organisms and ecosystems. This specialization equips students with the knowledge and skills to monitor environmental conditions and assess the ecological impacts of human activities on natural systems.

Environmental Biology Advising Worksheet

Environmental Biology Faculty Advisors:

Dr. Clay Arango
Science Building, Room 236A
(509) 963-3163
arangoc@cwu.edu 

B.S., Environmental Sciences, Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry focuses on the study of how chemicals affect the environment. This specialization equips students with the knowledge and skills to effectively analyze and treat chemical contaminants in the environment.

Environmental Chemistry Advising Worksheet

Environmental Chemistry Faculty Advisor:

Dr. Carey Gazis
Discovery Hall Room 332
(509) 963-2820
cgazis@geology.cwu.edu

B.S., Environmental Sciences, Geography

Environmental Geography focuses on the interactions between human societies and the natural environment. This specialization equips students with the knowledge and skills to pursue careers in geospatial analysis, environmental planning, resource management, ecosystem protection and sustainable development.

Environmental Geography Advising Worksheet

Environmental Geography Faculty Advisors:

Dr. Jennifer Lipton
Dean Hall, Room 308
(509) 963-1164
liptonj@cwu.edu

Dr. Megan Walsh
Dean Hall, Room 308
(509) 963-3699
megan.walsh@cwu.edu

B.S., Environmental Sciences, Geology

Environmental Geology focuses on the study of the geologic environment and how it relates to human interactions. This specialization equips students with the knowledge and skills to effectively protect and restore water resources and assess geologic hazards.

Environmental Geology Advising Worksheet

Environmental Geology Faculty Advisor:

Dr. Carey Gazis
Discovery Hall, Room 332
(509) 963-2820
cgazis@geology.cwu.edu

Dr. Lisa Ely
Discovery Hall, Room 335
(509) 963-2177
ely@geology.cwu.edu

B.S., Environmental Sciences, Policy

Environmental Sciences Policy is the study of economics, politics, and laws governing environmental actions and management. This specialization prepares students with the knowledge and skills to effectively pursue careers in environmental management.

Environmental Policy Advising Worksheet

Environmental Policy Faculty Advisor:

Dr. Michael Pease
Dean Hall, Room 303
(509) 963-1130
Michael.Pease@cwu.edu

Environmental Studies Minor and Sustainability Minor

The Environmental Studies Minor is designed to serve undergraduate education and environmental literacy, with an emphasis on research and community service. All required ENST courses for the minor are offered online each year.

ENST Minor Advisor:

Dr. Susan Kaspari

ENST Minor Advising Worksheet

Sustainability Minor
With CWU’s Sustainability Minor, you will build skills and knowledge to address sustainability challenges in any field. Through coursework and hands-on projects, gain experience in project development, problem-solving, and collaboration while working on sustainability initiatives at CWU or with community partners. As the demand for sustainability professionals grows, this minor prepares you with expertise in environmental, economic, and social sustainability, along with practical skills in project management and stakeholder engagement.

Sustainability Certificate/Minor Advising Worksheet

Faculty Directory

Susan Kaspari, Professor Geological Sciences and ENST Director

Clay Arango, Professor Biology

Kevin Archer, Professor Geography

Jordan Carey, Lecturer

Lisa Ely, Professor Geology

Carey Gazis, Professor Geological Sciences

Jim Johnson, Professor Biology

Giselle Kauer, Fiscal Specialist

Jennifer Lipton, Associate Professor Geography

Pam McMullen-Messier, Professor Sociology

Paige McNorvell, Lecturer

Mike Pease, Professor Geography

Holly Pinkart, Professor Biology

Alison Scoville, Professor Biology

Lori Sheeran, Professor Anthropology

Megan Walsh, Professor Geography