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Sustainability Across the Curriculum
Businesses in any industry can contribute to global sustainability goals. Our students learn core sustainability concepts through both general education requirements and program-specific courses that highlight how sustainability impacts their chosen career path.
Environmental Research at Our Field Stations
The environmental work at Muller Field Station is more than a student learning experience. It's producing real results for the regional ecosystem as well. Since its founding in 1999, Muller Field Station has welcomed back black bears and fishers while restoring river otters through a release program. FLCC students can take part in this exciting and important work in a variety of ways.
Contribute to long-term ecological monitoring and stewardship projects.
Paid internship opportunities are available each semester. Developed in partnership with government agencies and non-profits, these experiences help students build skills and networks for environmental science and conservation careers.
FLCC Conservation Internship Projects:
- Biomonitoring and Native Seed Collection
- Breeding Bird Atlas
- Camera Trap Monitoring
- Conservation Education
- Finger Lakes National Forest Service Interns
- Fish Culture (Walleye Propagation)
- Fisher Diet Analysis
- Grassland Bird Monitoring
- Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Monitoring
- Herptile Mapping and Monitoring
- Invasive Species Mapping and Management
- Lake Monitoring
- Nestbox Monitoring
- Permaculture
- Spongy Moth Monitoring
- Squirrel Bite Monitoring
- Stream Gauge Monitoring
Muller Field Station offers many opportunities for in-depth student research.
Ongoing, long-term studies include grassland bird surveys, songbird nest box studies, amphibian monitoring, walleye propagation, invasive species mapping and management, water quality, native plant restoration, wildlife camera trap research, and more.
Students can propose independent research projects to advance their understanding of the dynamic ecosystem and its inhabitants.
Environmental Science, Conservation, and Horticulture Degrees
Our 250-acre campus has an on-site arboretum, greenhouse, nature trails, and research facilities designed for hands-on wildlife education. For careers in conservation, environmental science, natural resource management, and more, explore these programs:
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Horticulture
Study landscaping, plant health, and environmental science in our Horticulture certificate program. Gain hands-on experience in the FLCC greenhouse and arboretum. This flexible program is ideal for nature enthusiasts eager to start their careers in horticulture.
- Certificate
- 32 Credit Hours
- In-Person
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Natural Resources Conservation
Learn about the environment in a region known for its rich natural resources. Studying conservation at FLCC combines hands-on training at regional outdoor classrooms and wildlife centers with courses in biology and environmental science.
- Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
- 62 Credit Hours
- In-Person
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Natural Resources Conservation
Gain hands-on training at regional field stations while completing introductory courses in biology and wildlife management. Prepare for a career in conservation in as little as one year with this certificate program.
- Certificate
- 29 Credit Hours
- In-Person
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Viticulture and Wine Technology
Study viticulture and wine technology in one of the country's premier wine regions. Gain experience with every aspect of the winemaking process by operating FLCC's in-house winery, vineyard, and enology lab.
- Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
- 64 Credit Hours
- In-Person
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Viticulture
Interested in the wine industry or winemaking? Our Viticulture certificate introduces you to the field quickly. Online courses offer flexibility for meeting program requirements on your own schedule. Study from anywhere and complete a residency near you.
- Certificate
- 29 Credit Hours
- In-Person
- 100% Online