Firsthand Learning
Learning occurs in many places other than the classroom. In the Environmental Studies Program, students have a multitude of opportunities available from college and departmental programs as well as work in the Roanoke Valley and beyond.
Research and Independent Study projects in Environmental Studies can be mentored by faculty in any department that participates in the program. Students should discuss possible projects with the faculty member closest to their interests.
Internships
Traditional internships, while valuable, usually involve on-the-job training assignments, but some Roanoke internships incorporate a strong research component. Here is the application to do an internship. The application must be APPROVED before you can start working your internship hours and by the third day of classes in the term in which you will receive credit, so start the process of working on this early.
Independent Study and Research
Independent studies provide students with a practical application of their particular majors or more specialized study in a particular area. You can propose a project based largely on your own ideas or participate in a research project sponsored by a faculty member. Here is the application to do an independent study. The application must be APPROVED by the third day of classes, so start the process of working on this early.
Undergraduate Research Assistants Program (URAP)
URAP is a program unique to Roanoke College where students work as research assistants with a member of the Roanoke College faculty on an original research project of interest to both the URAP scholar and to the faculty mentor.
Summer Scholars
The Summer Scholars Program at Roanoke College is a grant program that enables qualified students to conduct intensive, independent research for eight to twelve weeks during the summer.
May Term
May Term is a three week period during which students can participate in a wide array of Intensive Learning opportunities, including travel courses as well as on-campus courses.
Study Abroad
Roanoke College offers many study abroad programs that allow students to earn academic credit while outside the United States.
Nature and Culture
Dr. Daniel Sarabia is the book review editor for the journal Nature and Culture. This connection can provide a unique student collaboration opportunity.
College Garden
Follow the progress of our garden, a joint project of several groups and classes, by following our garden blog
From the classroom to city hall: Students propose green changes for Roanoke buildings
Roanoke College students hope the results of a green roofs study would reduce rainwater runoff at some of downtown Roanoke's buildings and save energy costs for the city.
