Welcome to the Graduate Program in Ecology and Environmental Science, University of Maine, Orono, ME

A Tradition of Excellence at Maine

The University of Maine has established itself as a center of excellence for interdisciplinary graduate-level training in ecology, environmental science, and environmental policy. Our program combines an experienced and enthusiastic faculty, modern research facilities, cutting edge research, and excellent opportunities for fieldwork. Please consider joining our multi-disciplinary team of faculty and students

Seeking Creative Pathways to a Sustainable Biosphere

Our students represent the next generation of scholars and leaders in ecology, environmental science, environmental policy, and natural resource management. We invite you to work with us in developing the scientific knowledge and environmental policies required for sustaining the health and integrity of the biosphere. EES Program details are linked in the banner to the left.

Inquiries are welcomed from students and potential collaborators interested in working with faculty in the Graduate Program in Ecology and Environmental Science.

 

Of Special Interest:

In cooperation with the Senator George Mitchell Center, EES graduate faculty have launched a new Sustainability Science Initiative that will be recruiting new students in environmental science and policy for 2010.  More information is available at http://www.umaine.edu/sustainabilitysolutions/.

Current Openings for Graduate Research Assistants

Useful Links 

UMaine Graduate School
UMaine Prospective Students
Senator George J. Mitchell Center
PEARL

Environmental Solutions Initiative (ESI)