IES: Freiburg Environmental Studies & Sustainability
The IES: Freiburg Environmental Studies & Sustainability program through IES Abroad allows Whitman students to explore topics in Environmental Studies, Forest Ecology, and Sustainability while living in Freiburg, a well-known center for environmental innovation.
“I absolutely loved the program and I think it’s probably one of the best offered for Environmental Studies majors. I got a lot out of each of my classes that I don’t think I could have learned at Whitman, especially new perspectives on Environmental Studies and what it means in an urban setting. It’s also a great program for those that haven’t studied enough of another language before because you have the opportunity for a fresh start in German.” Caroline D. ‘17
Faculty Adviser: |
Professor Emily Jones (German Studies & Environmental Humanities) |
Fields of study: |
Environmental studies and sustainability |
Eligibility: |
Minimum cumulative GPA requirement 2.8 (Whitman requirement); some courses require ability to do strenuous hikes |
Language Prerequisite: |
None |
Credits: |
15-19 credits per semester - Required Courses: |
Credit Conversion: |
1 IES credit = 1 Whitman credit |
Internships: |
Spring semester students may apply for a Research Assistantship with faculty members from the University of Freiburg. Research assistantships take place after the conclusion of spring semester and last six weeks. |
Housing: |
In apartment-style university housing with German and international students |
Meals: |
Students prepare their own meals or purchase them at one of the many student cafeterias in the city. |
Semesters Offered: |
Fall, Spring |
Calendar: |
September-December, late February-early July (spring program ends in late July for students enrolled in optional post-program module or in post-program research assistantship) |
Scholarships: |
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Program Link: |
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Memorial Building 205
345 Boyer Ave.
Walla Walla, WA 99362 -
Email or Call to Schedule a Virtual Advising Appt.
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509-527-4992