About the Sustainability Minor
The sustainability studies minor is an 18+ credit-hour program that can be added to
any undergraduate degree at UW. This program includes three core sustainability minor
courses and your choice of three approved electives. Elective topics include food
systems, economics, energy, environment, policy and more.
Throughout your courses, you’ll learn essential skills including written and spoken
communication, critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving. So you’re ready
to make a difference regardless of your chosen industry or career path.
All students in undergraduate Haub School programs, including majors and minors, must earn a C or better in all Haub School program requirements. Students enrolled in multiple Haub School programs must earn 12 credits unique to each program.
What Can You Do With a Sustainability minor?
A sustainability minor adds depth to any major, preparing you to tackle real-world challenges in business, policy, science and more. It shows employers you’re forward-thinking and solutions-oriented, ready to lead in creating a more sustainable future.
Certainly! Many of our graduates go on to pursue additional education, and some choose to pursue academia, teaching and research. Here are a few of the advanced degrees our recent alumni are working toward:
- M.S. in Environmental Sustainability at the University of Edinburgh
- M.S. in Environmental Policy and Planning at Tufts University
- J.D. in Law at the University of Wyoming
- M.S. in Sustainability at Arizona State University
- M.P.H. in Public Health Administration at Missouri State University
- M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wyoming
- M.S. in Sustainability Solutions at Arizona State University
- M.Arch. in Architecture at Arizona State University
- M.S. in Sustainability in Urban Environments at the City College of New York
- Sustainability Program Manager at Utah State University
- Technical Program Manager at Plenty
- Conservation Director at the Sheridan Community Land Trust
- Communications and Development Director at Recycle Utah
- Hydraulic Modeler at Caley Water Ltd
- CHaRM Operator at Eco Cycle
- Lead Environmental Educator at Portland Audubon
- Electrochemical Engineer at Twelve Benefit Corporation
- Project Engineer at EVS., Inc
A sustainability minor adds valuable perspective to many degrees, including environmental science, business, engineering, agriculture, political science and sociology-- just to name a few. It strengthens your resume, builds problem-solving skills, and prepares you to make a positive impact in any field.
UW’s sustainability program stands out for its hands-on, community-based learning through the Haub School. Being in the heart of Wyoming and surrounded by natural resources, students gain real-world experience through field projects, research and student-led initiatives that make a lasting impact.
“The sustainability minor at UW provided me with a supportive and encouraging environment, where I tackled real-world, hands-on projects. I was able to make a tangible impact in our community, making this eye-opening program truly rewarding.”
- Emily Hakert | B.S. in Marketing, Sustainability Minor '20
