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Prepare to Lead Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
The Master of Science in Climate and Society is an interdisciplinary degree offered by the School of Climate, Environment, and Society. This program equips students to lead the response to the pressing challenges of climate change.
The program delivers foundational knowledge in the science of climate change and its social and economic dimensions. Students acquire the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to become effective practitioners in the fields of climate change mitigation, climate change adaptation, and climate change advocacy and activism.
In line with Clark University’s broader mission, this degree emphasizes the need for equitable and just solutions to the challenges posed by climate change, and trains students to collaborate with frontline communities to implement climate solutions locally, and around the world.
Clark faculty are connected with communities in our home city of Worcester, and lead Global Learning Collaboratives and community engaged research, practice, and action.
Dr. Dana Bauer is an interdisciplinary researcher with particular interests in conservation and sustainability. She applies economic and ecological theory towards the assessment of ecosystem services and the analysis of policies and programs that aim to protect them.
Dr. Dana Bauer is an interdisciplinary researcher with particular interests in conservation and sustainability. She applies economic and ecological theory towards the assessment of ecosystem services and the analysis of policies and programs that aim to protect them.
Professor Cynthia Caron serves as a co-PI working with group of faculty and students updating USAID Climate Risk Profiles.
Professor Cynthia Caron serves as a co-PI working with group of faculty and students updating USAID Climate Risk Profiles.
Professor Karen Frey monitors arctic conditions, and is lead author of NOAA’s “Arctic Ocean Primary Productivity: The response of marine algae to climate warming and sea ice decline”.
Professor Karen Frey monitors arctic conditions, and is lead author of NOAA’s “Arctic Ocean Primary Productivity: The response of marine algae to climate warming and sea ice decline”.
Professor Eman Lasheen’s research lies at the intersection of international development and climate change planning, with a special interest in urban resilience, food and water policies, sustainable development, and environmental justice.
Professor Eman Lasheen’s research lies at the intersection of international development and climate change planning, with a special interest in urban resilience, food and water policies, sustainable development, and environmental justice.
Professor Chris Williams studies natural climate solutions, and climate action through decarbonization planning and implementation.
Professor Chris Williams studies natural climate solutions, and climate action through decarbonization planning and implementation.
Ramón Borges-Méndez focuses on food systems, inequality, labor economics, migration, and globalization. Read about his recent work in his native Puerto Rico.
Ramón Borges-Méndez focuses on food systems, inequality, labor economics, migration, and globalization. Read about his recent work in his native Puerto Rico.
Professor Tim Downs works with a team of interdisciplinary faculty in partnership with the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) on a three-year NSF-funded study in Mexico bringing a multi-pronged approach to climate impacts.
Professor Tim Downs works with a team of interdisciplinary faculty in partnership with the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) on a three-year NSF-funded study in Mexico bringing a multi-pronged approach to climate impacts.
Professor Anita Fabos works with migrants and refugees both locally and globally and considers the impacts of climate change on migration to urban areas.
Professor Anita Fabos works with migrants and refugees both locally and globally and considers the impacts of climate change on migration to urban areas.
Professor James McCarthy’s research and teaching center on questions of environmental governance: how people lay claim to and struggle over their environments; how human societies regulate their relationships with their environments and with what consequences.
Professor James McCarthy’s research and teaching center on questions of environmental governance: how people lay claim to and struggle over their environments; how human societies regulate their relationships with their environments and with what consequences.
Professor James Murphy is a founding member of the Geography of Sustainability Transitions (GeoST) research group, a global community of scholars striving to understand the geographical drivers of, and obstacles to, more sustainable futures.
Professor James Murphy is a founding member of the Geography of Sustainability Transitions (GeoST) research group, a global community of scholars striving to understand the geographical drivers of, and obstacles to, more sustainable futures.
Professor Morgan Ruelle leads research to determine whether Ethiopian farmers’ traditional practice of planting and harvesting multi-species grain mixtures could offer climate-resilient solutions to global food insecurity.
Professor Morgan Ruelle leads research to determine whether Ethiopian farmers’ traditional practice of planting and harvesting multi-species grain mixtures could offer climate-resilient solutions to global food insecurity.
U.S. News & World Report recently ranked the city of Worcester among “150 Best Places to Live”
With a population of more than 20 percent immigrants, its rich cultural landscape continues to shape the city’s identity into a vibrant place to live and learn.
Volunteer/internship opportunities include: City of Worcester, Greater Worcester Land Trust, MA Climate Solutions Project, Green Jobs Academy, Worcester Roots Project, Center for Eco-technology, Kleinfedler Inc., Citizens’ Climate Lobby, MASSPIRG, Worcester GreenCorps, MA Climate Action Network, Climate Xchange.
The effects of Climate Change will impact all aspects of daily life. The need for visionary leaders will continue to grow across industry, government, and non-profit sectors.
Working with local, state, or federal government agencies to develop and implement policies related to climate change, sustainability, and environmental protection.
Incorporating climate adaptation and mitigation strategies into urban planning, infrastructure development, and building design, and developing strategies and programs to reduce the risk and impact of climate-related disasters on communities and infrastructure.
Engaging in advocacy, research, and project implementation related to climate adaptation and population migration.
Assist companies developing and implementing sustainability initiatives, carbon footprint reduction strategies, and climate resilience planning.
Working to develop, deploy, and manage renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, and bioenergy.
Implementing practices and policies that promote sustainable agriculture and forestry, and enhance resilience to climate change.
Developing new technologies and innovative solutions to combat climate change.
Addressing the impacts of climate change on water resources and developing strategies for sustainable water use and management.
Working with organizations such as the United Nations, World Bank, and other international bodies focused on climate change and sustainable development.
Raising awareness and educating the public about climate issues through various media channels.
Advising businesses and governments on sustainability practices, environmental impact assessments, and climate risk management.
For decades, Clark University scholars have confronted the climate crisis through research and engagement across the world. We explore questions spanning climate science, vulnerability, mitigation, and adaptation at the intersection of social equity and justice.
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