Academics

The Odum School of Ecology uses a multidisciplinary approach to provide an unparalleled experience to its undergraduate students. To be prepared for careers in ecology, students are provided a solid foundation in the fundamental sciences of biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and data analysis. With these tools, students then investigate more broadly the patterns of biodiversity through elective courses in geography, anthropology, natural history, environmental law and a host of other subjects. The Odum School offers doctoral, master’s, and certificate programs that provide students with an interdisciplinary course of study, allowing them to develop a broad background in ecology and related disciplines. Our graduates have gone on to successful careers in academia as well as the public and private sectors. Our alumni are employed in a variety of positions, including as university faculty, policy analysts, conservation directors, executives in nonprofit organizations, and officers in government agencies.

Upcoming Events

Faculty & Staff Swap Shop

10:00 am

Ecology Building Front Lawn

Lunch Discussion with Megan Klaar

12:00 pm

UGA River Basin Center Conference Room

Latest News

One-month trip sets career path in corporate sustainability

Brad McAllister found an abiding interest in the intersection of human health and the environment on a trip to Central America.

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A chance to learn: Donors fund undergrad scholarships for coastal research

The Odum School launched Coastal Resilience Scholarships in 2026, establishing an endowment to fund scholarships that empower students to explore Georgia’s coastal ecosystems.

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Space invaders: New service-learning course equips students to fight invasive species

Students explore the impact of non-native species in Athens and beyond.

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Commitment To Research

Researchers at the Odum School of Ecology are addressing today’s pressing and complex issues, from global climate change to water policy to infectious diseases – and much more. With expertise in areas including ecosystems, disease, conservation and aquatics, Odum School faculty are at the forefront of cutting-edge research.

Infectious Disease Ecology
Infectious Disease Ecology
Ecosystem Ecology / Biogeochemistry
Ecosystem Ecology / Biogeochemistry
Evolutionary Ecology / Biogeography
Evolutionary Ecology / Biogeography
Sustainability Science / Conservation Ecology
Sustainability Science / Conservation Ecology
Aquatic / Watershed Ecology
Aquatic / Watershed Ecology
Movement Ecology
Movement Ecology