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

Ecology Seminar Series: David Hu

10:20 am

Ecology Building Ecology Auditorium (Room 201)

Sustainability Networking Night

6:30 pm

ASW Distillery at American Spirit Works

Georgia Water Resources Conference

12:00 am

Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

Georgia Water Resources Conference

12:00 am

Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel

Ecology Seminar Series: Non-Academic Careers Panel

10:20 am

Ecology Building Ecology Auditorium (Room 201)

Latest News

UGA student blends ecology and entrepreneurship

Ecology undergrad Afia Lockett is searching for ways to dissolve the barriers between humans and the natural world.

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A Bug’s Life

Ecology faculty Sonia Altizer, Lewis Bartlett and Andy Davis provide expertise in this Georgia Magazine feature story.

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Annual grad student symposium showcases research

The 2025 Graduate Student Symposium offered presentations, speed talks, poster sessions and a keynote lecture by Tad Dallas (PhD ’16).

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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