Open Academy
Making ESF accessible to lifelong learners, youth, and the greater community.
Are you looking for a program outside of ESF’s conventional academic offerings? You’re in the right place!
Open Academy is a resource for those who are:
- Seeking online learning – to complete a bachelor’s degree or earn a certificate
- Looking for K-12 STEM programs
- Wanting to earn credits through summer courses
- Exploring new teaching and learning practices
- Pursuing professional development
- Not ESF students, but want to take an ESF class
Unlock Your Potential
Through ESF’s Open Academy, we offer a variety of educational programs designed for all learners who are eager to discover how to improve our world.
Online Education
Flexible and accessible online learning.
K-12 Outreach
Environmental and sustainability education in the classroom.
Special Sessions
Online, on-campus, and field-based courses — open to everyone!
Teaching and Learning Center
Innovative teaching methodologies and pedagogical practices.
Professional Development
Industry conferences, symposiums, and workshops.
Visiting Students
Opportunities for non-ESF students and our community.
Team Members
openacademy@esf.edu | (315) 470-6817
Sally Greene
Associate Director
Online Education and Teaching & Learning Innovation
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Erika Blair
Coordinator,
Teaching and Learning Center
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Kathy Lang
Program Coordinator,
Online Education
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Tania Ploumi
Assistant Professor,
Sustainability Management
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Daniel Collins
Associate Director
K-12 Outreach
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Maura Harling Stefl
Program Manager
K-12 Outreach
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Olivia WhitmarshCoordinator
K-12 Outreach
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Alex Paonessa
Project Support Assistant
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Sarah Yurka
Associate Director
Summer Semester and OA Administrative Operations
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