Research Practicum Assisting Communities’ Conservation Efforts
Taught by Michael Rubbo, PhD, a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Studies and Science, ENV 498 is a Research Practicum course that has been assisting multiple communities’ conservation efforts, including mapping wetlands in Mount Pleasant, NY, and conducting biodiversity studies to support a town-wide Natural Resource Inventory in Ridgefield, CT.
This past fall, students presented findings of their water quality monitoring project of Peekskill Hollow Brook, which provides the water supply for Peekskill and a supplemental supply for several neighboring communities. This research will be used to identify threats to the river and ultimately develop mitigation to conserve this resource.
Professor Rubbo’s community-based research program focuses on providing practical hands-on experience to students while supporting the needs of local municipalities.
Recent Posts
Suburban Biodiversity Conservation Center: A New Vision for Conservation
The newly named Suburban Biodiversity Conservation Center launches new hands-on projects and opportunities for Pace and the local communities.
NEW ALLIANCE LEADS GROUNDBREAKING EFFORT TO PROTECT NEW YORK’S WILDLIFE
Pace University’s Animal Policy Project partners with the New York State Wildlife Rehabilitation Council as increased threats to wildlife prompt alliance of “Nature’s First Responders.”