The mission of the ESPM major is to

• improve the basis for environmental decision-making by integrating physical, biological, and social sciences with policy analysis and management;

• educate the next generation of environmental professionals and leaders;

• foster innovative approaches for the education of environmental professionals;?

• facilitate science/social science/policy linkages within and beyond the University.?

Students complete a set of common "integrated core" courses that focus on integrated problem-solving using environmental sciences, policy, ethics, management models, and communication theory. Students also incorporate classroom and fieldwork.