The Patrick '61 and Marcelle Leahy Institute for the Environment
Developing environmentally conscious citizens as leaders, advocates, scientists, artists, humanitarians, thinkers & business people.
Our Mission
Through research, contemplation, and action, the Institute for the Environment strives to...
Prepare students to think and act critically and creatively by combining their intellectual pursuits with immersive experiences to tackle the world’s most complex issues as environmental leaders - locally and globally.
Evolve the culture of sustainability on campus and in our community to have a social impact and leave a legacy for future generations.
Foster connection between students and career experts to create career exposure and structure learning experiences such that students leave with essential workforce skills, career preparedness, and purpose.
We Teach, Learn, and Steward
We envision the Institute as a hub. A place to engage. A place to grow. A place to find purpose and make an impact.
In Our Living Laboratories
Across six classrooms to impact the greater SMC and VT communities. Exploration of these areas happen in the traditional classrooms and our campus-wide living laboratory.
Student Opportunities
Connections with the greater community expand students’ access to an immersive learning experiences.
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August 19, 2026
St. Mike’s student explores tree diversity, invasive species in campus Natural Area through research grant
The Natural Area has become a crucial part of the Saint Michael’s College campus, serving as a place for education, recreation, and research. The 340-acre conservation and educational reserve has […]
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June 11, 2026
Year of The Women Farmer
Women now represent more than one-third of U.S. agricultural producers. As that leadership continues to expand, higher education has an important role to play in cultivating the next generation of […]
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