Understanding Humanity's Place in the Contemporary World

At Franklin & Marshall College our mission is to foster a deep interdisciplinary understanding of sustainability and environmental stewardship concepts and topics, both theoretical and practical, to nurture innovative and creative leadership strategies, and to broaden an appreciation of the natural world in all of our constituents.

Explore our interconnected programs and areas of action:

Our mission embodies the belief that sustainability and stewardship, as informed by the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences, are inextricably linked in understanding humanity's place in the contemporary world.

F&M's report Beyond Green: Franklin & Marshall's Commitment to Environmental Stewardship - Natural History, Society, and Sustainability, summarizes our current programs and future initiatives.