Environmental Studies Program

Hi! I’m Sadie, and I am a senior from Maine majoring in Environmental Studies and Economics. I have many passions regarding the environment, but most prominently I am interested in sustainability and renewable energy. The summer going into my junior year, I completed my AppLE by studying abroad in Iceland learning about renewable energy and resource economics. On campus I am a student-athlete on the women’s cross country and track and field teams and was a TA for Oceanography. Coming into Brandeis, I had no idea how to complete a major, let alone what I wanted to major in, so I am happy to help anyone in these positions. Feel free to reach out to me about ENVS classes, studying abroad, balancing coursework and campus activities, or anything else ENVS related!

Hi everyone! I'm Peter, a senior from Hull, Massachusetts, majoring in Environmental Studies. My primary interests are climate and environmental justice, and how grassroots organizations and community-based efforts are essential to addressing environmental challenges on a local and global scale. On campus, I serve as a UDR for the Italian Department, work as a Community Advisor, and previously served as a Teaching Assistant for Evolution of the Earth. In my free time, I enjoy painting, surfing, playing music, and spending as much time outdoors as possible. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about ENVS major requirements, courses, clubs, or other ways to get involved in the ENVS community!

I’m Rebecca and I’m a senior from New York majoring in Environmental Studies and HSSP. I am passionate about all things sustainability, climate science, and improving our public health system through environmental action. On campus I serve as the President of Students for Environmental Action, a Roosevelt Fellow peer academic advisor, and write for the Brandeis Undergraduate Law Journal. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, kayaking, and spending time in nature. Reach out to me to discuss getting involved in climate action on campus, fun ENVS classes, or anything related to academics at Brandeis!

My name is Vaughn Simeonov and I am a junior from Massachusetts majoring in Environmental Studies. I am interested in land protection and conservation, connectivity, and plants' response to climate change. On campus, I am the president of the Brandeis Botanical Society, a photographer for The Justice, and a QBReC fellow. In my free time, I love wildlife photography, cooking/baking, and spending time in nature. Please reach out if you have any questions about course selection, ENVS major requirements, or anything else about Brandeis!