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Maintaining a healthy environment is crucial for our daily wellbeing. The food and water we consume, the air we inhale, and our living and working spaces must remain secure and wholesome. Specialists in environmental health and sustainability work to protect both our communities and natural surroundings. Our world and its inhabitants face threats from biological, chemical, and physical dangers. By studying these risks, you can contribute to minimizing harm to ecosystems and public health. Illinois State's Environmental Health and Sustainability program equips you with practical skills for a rewarding career in this growing field. Your academic journey will be diverse and interactive, with numerous courses featuring laboratory work and hands-on field experiences. Beyond traditional coursework, you'll have opportunities to collaborate with professors on research projects, allowing you to pursue your passions while addressing real-world environmental issues. The program's internship component places you in professional environments where you'll perform tasks similar to those in your future career, providing valuable practical application of your classroom knowledge.