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First-ever Live Exhibit of One of New York State’s Rarest Animals at Ithaca’s Museum of the Earth
09/10

One of the rarest New York species lives near Syracuse. It is a tiny and jewel-like animal called the Chittenango ovate amber snail (COAS). This special land snail crawls among rocks and leaves in Chittenango Falls State Park – but it also lives in a conservation-focused captive breeding program at the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). Because this species is imperiled, biologists in ESF’s Department of Environmental Biology are working to increase the snail’s numbers in the wild.

Meet the Faculty - Josh Drew
09/10

Josh Drew reflects on his journey to ESF, highlighting its welcoming community, his engaging teaching and research in conservation biology, and the inspiring passion of students committed to making a difference for the environment.

Rare Chestnut Bee Discovered at SUNY ESF Orchard
09/09

A rare bee species native to New York state was discovered in Syracuse at a SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) research station in July. ESF pollinator ecologist Molly Jacobson collected two specimens of Andrena rehni, also known as the chestnut mining bee, from native American chestnut trees—marking the first confirmed sighting of the species in Central New York and only the second known population in the state.

1911 Society Reaches Historic Milestone Surpassing 100 Members in 2024-25 Fiscal Year
09/05

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) is proud to announce that the 1911 Society has reached a historic milestone of 100 members during the 2024-25 fiscal year, which concluded on June 30.

Meet the Faculty - Jamie Shinn
09/03

Meet Dr. Jamie Shinn — a human geographer at SUNY ESF exploring how water shapes communities, culture, and resilience.”

Meet the Faculty - Aidan Ackerman
08/27

Watch a short video interview with Aidan Ackerman, a faculty member at SUNY ESF, reflecting on his decision to join the college and the impact of his work.

SUNY ESF Appoints Seth Thompson as Chief Diversity Officer
08/26

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) appointed Seth A. Thompson as its new Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) effective Aug. 19. Thompson brings over two decades of experience in higher education leadership, diversity programming, and student support services, with a proven track record of fostering inclusive campus environments.

SUNY ESF Brings Science Matters to the NYS Fair
08/19

Science is interactive and fun at the New York State Fair, thanks to the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF). From Aug. 20–29, fairgoers can dive into interactive exhibits, meet the scientists and students working to improve our world, and discover why Science Matters.

ESF Welcomes Newest Mighty Oaks to Campus
08/17

The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) campus welcomes its incoming undergraduate class for fall 2025 with a full slate of activities to help the College’s newest students get acclimated to their new home away from home.

Princeton Review Names ESF One of the Nation’s Best Colleges for 2026
08/14

The Princeton Review names the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) among the country’s Best 391 Colleges for 2026. ESF was also ranked the No. 4 college for being environmentally conscious and among the best colleges in the Northeast, and No. 6 in Green Matters: Everyone Cares about Conservation.