Sustainability Designation

Calvin graduates solve problems in the real world. And in an energy-hungry society, one of the ways you’ll make a significant difference is by solving those problems sustainably.

Adding a sustainability designation to your degree means you’re committed to a bigger vision of what you can do as a student at Calvin. It means everything you do takes into account the impact it will have on the people and places around you. It means you’ve immersed yourself in courses that analyze the most pressing environmental challenges and opportunities. And it means you embrace Calvin’s unique understanding of renewal as a way to serve, heal, and restore God’s creation.

It also means you’ll be well-suited for the job market. As more and more companies understand the importance of efficiency and sustainability, you are sure to stand out from the crowd.

Why add a sustainability desgination?

• Practice what you learn: Your professors will help you create a program that fits both your interests and schedule including a 100-hour sustainability experience that applies your passion for sustainability to real-world situations.
• Works with anything: You can add a sustainability designation to any major at Calvin.
• Opportunity to grow: Calvin’s campus is rich with student organizations, summer research, and other programs related to your interest in sustainability and ecology.
• Easy to add: Adding a sustainability designation won’t add extra semesters. Your professors will work with you to make sure you meet the requirements in four years.