Ecology and Environmental Science Graduates

An education that is diverse, interdisciplinary, and expansive

Explore Ecology and environmental science

Why Join Ecology and Environmental Science?

We believe in an education that is diverse, interdisciplinary, and expansive. Our Ecology and Environmental Sciences graduate programs emphasize the inextricable link between humans and the environment. EES provides a highly personalized experience with faculty across 17 different departments.

Interdisciplinary Approach

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

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in-depth training

Our students represent the next generation of scholars and leaders in ecology, environmental science, environmental policy, and natural resource management. As such, we provide our students with support in developing their scientific knowledge and ability to contribute to environmental policies necessary to promote the sustainability of our natural environment, human communities, and resource-based economies.

EES Affiliate Faculty Frank Drummond and Graduate Students Brianne Duclos and Kalyn Bickerman-Martens discuss their research.