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: Priyanga Amarasekare

10:20 am

Ecology Building Ecology Auditorium (Room 201)

Ecology Seminar Series: Antonio Baeza

10:20 am

Ecology Building Ecology Auditorium (Room 201)

Confluence: Graduate Water Research Poster Contest

1:00 pm

Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries Room 285

Latest News

Ecology establishes new Dean’s Advisory Council

The Odum School of Ecology has established a new Dean’s Advisory Council that will advise the dean on strategic initiatives.

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Dean’s Corner, September 2024: Agrivoltaics, climate and the energy transition

Dean Mark Hunter on how the Odum School of Ecology can help address the environmental challenges created by scaling up the renewable energy transition.

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Building a more sustainable world

Ecology’s Krista Capps led a session on water stewardship for the Sustainable Development Excellence program developed by Boehringer Ingelheim in conjunction with UGA partners including the Odum School.

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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