04/30/2026

Meet the Class of 2026

They come from throughout the Green Mountain State, around the nation, and across the globe. But...

04/28/2026

From Idea to Impact: Student Ventures Shine at UVM’s 14th Annual Business Pitch Competition

The University of Vermont’s 14th annual Business Pitch Competition brought together student...

04/27/2026

It's Not Easy Being Green

Skin is certainly nature’s most subtle and beguiling invention. Before bending over to kiss a...

04/22/2026

From the Forest to the Fireline

Potential UVM students and their families spent the last few weeks visiting campus for Admitted...

04/17/2026

Gund Graduate Fellows Sweep UVM's Three Minute Thesis Competition Three Years Running

Anna Maassel, a Ph.D. student in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources and...

04/10/2026

Senator Welch Visits UVM to Advance Water Research and Climate Resilience

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-VT) visited the University of Vermont's...

04/09/2026

What do our National Parks sound like?

Coyotes howling. The steady buzz of cicadas. A downpour. A rocket launch. Each conjures a different...

04/08/2026

Green Maple Production Doesn’t Cost Any Green, Study Finds

Steam billowing from sugarhouse stacks is a familiar site across Vermont’s soggy mud season...

04/07/2026

New Leading Cause of Tree Death in U.S. Northeast Shifts From Logging to Natural Causes

Why do trees fall in the forest? The answer is changing. New research suggests that in just 15...

04/02/2026

FSRI Announces Second Round of Sustainability Metrics Projects

The Food Systems Research Institute is proud to announce a second round of funding for the...

03/26/2026

Real Impact: These UVM students are taking action and leaving a mark on their community

For two years in a row, the Princeton Review has named UVM the No. 1 “Best School for Making an...

03/17/2026

Global Study Finds Majority of People Worldwide Prioritize Environmental Protection Over Economic Growth

A new study by University of Vermont researchers finds that a majority of people across the globe...

03/16/2026

Tending Your Forest: Author Q&A

Professor Tony D'Amato's third book on ecological forestry, "Tending Your Forest: A Guide to...

02/26/2026

UVM Scientist Guides Landmark Climate Assessment in Europe

William Keeton is a boots-on-the-ground kind of guy. The ground, in this case, being forests,...

02/17/2026

From Classroom to Conference: UVM Junior Presents at National Scientific Meeting

This summer University of Vermont junior Nick Preschel had a unique commute.Most days, Preschel,...

02/05/2026

New Course Deep Dive: Plastics, Petrochemicals, & Life

The Sustainability, Ecology, and Policy curriculum is designed to teach students how to analyze,...

01/30/2026

This 'Winter Salt Week' Highlighted All the Road Salt We Use, and How to Reduce It

Lake Champlain Sea Grant and UVM Extension joined national partners in sharing with communities the...

01/26/2026

UVM Greenland Expert on Military History and Mining Risks

As the U.S. government considers taking over Greenland, University of Vermont (UVM) geoscientist...

01/22/2026

A Challenging and Energizing Time

As a new semester begins, I’m reflecting on how energizing and challenging this time of year can...

01/22/2026

Strengthening Flood Resilience Through Flood Map Design

Over the past decade, Vermont has experienced an increasing frequency of flooding events. These...

01/09/2026

Gund Institute Welcomes 16 New Community Members in Spring 2026

The Gund Institute for Environment is proud to introduce the newest members of its community....

01/07/2026

The Rising Risk of Flooding and the Role of Nature-Based Solutions

For decades, flooding has remained one of the most destructive and deadly natural disasters in the...

12/15/2025

Holistic Care Meets Planetary Health: UVM Researcher Lays Out a New Vision for US Health Care

University of Vermont researcher Christine Vatovec—an environmental health social scientist and...

12/15/2025

Student Creativity Spotlight: "American Beech" by Rowan McHugh

Rubenstein School students don't just hone their scientific writing skills in class: they are also...

12/11/2025

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Worsened Pediatric Asthma in U.S. Northeast: UVM Study

New research from the University of Vermont reveals exposure to smoke from Canadian wildfires in...

Bestselling Author Alan Weisman Brings Message of ‘Active Hope’ to UVM Audience

Scores of people braved chilly winds on Wednesday, Dec. 3 to hear Alan Weisman, bestselling author,...

Looking for an internship? Embrace your network, and be flexible

When Chloe Molinari ‘26 first arrived at University of Vermont from Massachusetts, she planned on...

Nine New-to-Vermont Bee Species Discovered

A new count of Vermont’s bee species has identified nine species not previously reported in the...

Beyond the Usual Suspect: UVM Researchers Find Nitrogen Feeds Algae Blooms

Nitrogen is a bit of a conundrum. In its gaseous form it’s the most abundant element in the...

Scientists Can Help Companies Meet EU Biodiversity Law

Technologies like artificial intelligence will be key for complying with a new EU law requiring...

Biodiversity Law Course Broadens Student Horizons and Hones Writing Skills

The Rubenstein School curriculum is designed to ensure that each student receives a thoughtful and...

UVM Libraries' Map Collection Unlocks Stories of Place and Purpose

On the ground floor of Howe Library, the Howe Library Map Room houses one of UVM’s most versatile...

Solar in Alaska? UVM Researchers Aim to Lower Energy Costs in Northern U.S.

Getting needed items to Alaska’s remote Northwest Arctic Borough is a logistical feat. Keeping...

UVM Forestry Team Wins National Quiz Bowl Championship at SAF Conference

University of Vermont Forestry students proved their academic prowess and field expertise last week...

WFB Alumni Demonstrate Strength and Variability of Program in their Career Outcomes

Rubenstein School academic programs are beloved for both their breadth and their depth: students...

Students, Faculty, and Community Members Gather to Celebrate Love of the Earth

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, over 300 University of Vermont (UVM) students and faculty joined...

Learning the Ropes of the Ski Industry

For many UVM students, winter break is a time for travel, rest, and relaxation.

Building a Life in Big Sky Country: Q&A with Alumnus Brad Koontz ’13

In 2013 Brad Koontz graduated from the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources with...

Growing to Meet the Moment

The fall semester is underway, and it has been a joy to see students, faculty, and staff return to...

Buzzing Borders

Roughly one-third of the world's food supply depends on pollinators for production. Agricultural...

Capstone Service-Learning Course Connects Students with Community Partners to Tackle Local Issues

From their first week to their final semester, undergraduate students in the Rubenstein School of...

From Microplastics to Microbes, UVM Researchers Help Keep Vermont's Water Clean

The flood of 1927. Tropical Storm Irene in 2011. Historic flooding in 2023 and 2024. Vermonters are...

Study: Wealthy Americans Flee Floods and Hurricanes, Driving Income Migration

When climate disasters strike, survivors sometimes have to make difficult decisions about whether...

Inside the UVM Gardens: A Q&A with Gavin Young '27

For visitors and UVM community members alike, some of the most memorable and beloved aspects of...

Consistent Flood Project Follow Through Key to Empowering Homeowners, UVM Study Finds

As extreme flooding increases across the globe, new research from the University of Vermont (UVM)...

Research for Vermont: Multitasking Agriculture Research Benefits Nature, Vermonters

The flood of 1927. Tropical Storm Irene in 2011. Historic flooding in 2023 and 2024. Vermonters are...

A Leap of Faith: Choosing a Master's Degree

The University of Vermont’s Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) is an innovative, cost-effective...

Tracking a New Forest Pathogen Killing Beech Trees

Near the bottom of a shady hillside in Jericho, a lone beech tree stretches high into the canopy, a...

Research For Vermont: Traversing wetlands, guiding clean water work

The flood of 1927. Tropical Storm Irene in 2011. Historic flooding in 2023 and 2024. Vermonters are...

Research For Vermont: Understanding and Mitigating Flood Risk 

The flood of 1927. Tropical Storm Irene in 2011. Historic flooding in 2023 and 2024. Vermonters are...