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PSU Response to COVID-19

Coronavirus Response

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) the CLAS Dean has closed all departments within CLAS.

With this, the ESM department office is now physically closed and staff are working remotely.

You may contact staff at:

Items for department distribution and general inquiries: esmoffice@pdx.edu

Administrative support for faculty and students: esm_admin@pdx.edu

Lab/Equipment support for faculty and admitted students: esmlabs@pdx.edu

Items for department chair: maxnp@pdx.edu

Dr. Natasja Swartz named ESM JEA Recipient for 2021!

Dr. Natasja Swartz, ESM adjunct instructor, has been awarded the John Eliot Allen Outstanding Teaching Award for the 2021 academic year!

Upcoming events

September 14 September 14

Science & Math Transfer Bridge and Major Exploration

Join PSU's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for its first-ever Science…

Add to my Calendar 2021-09-14 10:00:00 2021-09-14 14:40:00 Science & Math Transfer Bridge and Major Exploration Join PSU's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences for its first-ever Science & Math Transfer Bridge and Major Exploration event. Whether you're transferring in the fall or aren't yet ready to transfer but are exploring majors, you'll be able to: Network with faculty, staff and other transfer students Connect with PSU science and math departments Explore different majors and careers in science and math Learn strategies and available resources for your success Please indicate your interest by filling out this form. If you have any questions, please contact Liz at evg@pdx.edu. Remote evg@pdx.edu evg@pdx.edu America/Los_Angeles public

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ESM 2020 E-Newsletter

Check out ESM's E-Newsletter for 2020! It includes research highlights for our graduate and undergraduate students, profiles and updates on our faculty members, and the quarterly note from the ESM Chair.

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ESM Programs and Centers

AQUATIC BIOINVASION RESEARCH AND POLICY INSTITUTE

A joint effort with the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, the ABRPI strengthens our capabilities in marine research and broadens the geographic scope and habitat types where we work.

CENTER FOR LAKES AND RESERVOIRS

Established by the Oregon State Legislature, the CLR works with universities, agencies, and citizens to study, monitor, and protect our freshwater resources.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

The EPP offers practical, state-of-the-science training to graduate students and professionals in river restoration and wetland delineation.

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RAE SELLING BERRY SEED BANK & PLANT CONSERVATION PROGRAM

The Seed Bank conserves the genetic resources of Oregon's native plants for current and future generations.

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STUDENT WATERSHED RESEARCH PROJECT

The Student Watershed Research Project involves high school students in the collection of stream monitoring data such as water quality samples, biological data, and physical observations.

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