The Center for Applied Ecology provides training and professional work experience to Northern Kentucky University students. Students gain knowledge and technical expertise through hands-on participation in environmental projects. Field activities include ecological assessments, habitat restoration, water quality sampling, biological monitoring, plant surveys, and bioengineering. Other tasks include GIS mapping, data analysis, database management, and technical writing. Visit the photo gallery to see our students in action.

Students interact with environmental professionals, learn about potential career opportunities, and obtain marketable skills. Students learn firsthand how to apply science and technical skills to successfully address environmental problems and at the same time create stronger, healthier communities. To date, the Center has provided over 25,000 contact hours to students through employment, internships, directed research, and special projects. If you are a student and would like more information on these opportunities, please contact us.