Welcome to ESF Magazine, the official magazine of the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.
Lawn to Meadow
Lawns are a staple of the American landscape, currently covering more area in the lower 48 states than National Parks. However, they pose a significant threat to biodiversity, causing habitat loss and fragmentation for native species. Lawns also require extensive time and resources to maintain while supporting little to no ecological benefits. The ESF Restoration Science Center (RSC) is working to address these issues through the Lawn to Meadow Program, a component of the Conservation on Private Lands Initiative.
Building a Dream
Sustainably managed forest gives back to alumni couple.
Grow a Meadow, Protect the Water
Dan Fisher and Lori Ruhlman purchased their house on East Lake Road in Skaneateles in 2017, just three months before the first documented harmful algal bloom on Skaneateles Lake.
Alumni Memorial Scholarships 2021
Each year, through the Alumni Memorial Scholarships, we recognize the outstanding accomplishments of our students.
CNPE Embarks on Transformational Partnership with The Nature Conservancy
A new partnership will serve as a bridge between traditional ecological knowledge and Western scientific approaches.
Biodiversity ‘Hotspots’ Imperiled along California’s Streams
A study of woodland ecosystems reveals that these areas are inadvertently benefitting from water that humans are diverting for their own needs.
Alumni Office Joins ESF Division of Advancement
ESF offices and affiliated organizations that work with external partners are now part of ESF’s Division of Advancement.
2024 Homecoming Weekend
Join us in Syracuse for Homecoming Weekend on September 26-28.
Alumni Association Board Elections
Vote today for the 2024-26 ESF Alumni Association Board of Directors.
2025 ESF Alumni Trip
Announcing the 2025 ESF Alumni Trip to Australia's Outback to New Zealand's South Island.
Message from the President
A message from ESF president Joanie Mahoney.
ESF Alumni Association Dues-Based Membership Structure
The ESF Alumni Association is eliminating the dues-based membership structure. All alumni are now automatically considered full-fledged members of the Alumni Association!
Graduates of Distinction 2023
These awards are presented each year to recognize the outstanding achievements of our distinguished alumni, and share these accomplishments with our newest graduates.
2024 ESF Alumni Trip
Announcing the 2022 ESF Alumni Trip to the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park.
Save the Date: Homecoming 2024
Join us on campus for a full slate of activities, tours, programs, presentations, and most importantly: a chance to catch up with your fellow classmates.
Letter from the President
A message from ESF president Joanie Mahoney.
Letter from the President
A message from ESF president Joanie Mahoney.
“Come Home to Homecoming 2022”
Join us on campus for a full slate of activities, tours, programs, presentations, and most importantly: a chance to catch up with your fellow classmates.
Alumni Association President’s Message
A message from Alumni Association President
Announcing the 2022 ESF Alumni Trip to the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park
Announcing the 2022 ESF Alumni Trip to the Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park.
ESF College Foundation Fundraising Success
The ESF College Foundation is celebrating a successful fundraising year after bring in more than $4.9 million in fiscal 2020-21.
Loyalty Society Honors Long-Term Donors
Loyalty Society membership was granted to over 1,000 supporters.
Department News
Catch up on the latest news from the Departments of Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Studies and Landscape Architecture.
Forestry Program Ranks as the Best
The best bachelor’s degree program in forestry is at ESF, according to study.com.
Dr. John Stella Named Vice President of Research
Dr. John Stella has been appointed ESF’s vice president of research.
Dr. Chris Whipps Honored for Teaching, Research
Dr. Chris Whipps, professor in ESF’s Department of Environmental Biology (EB) and director of the SUNY Center for Applied Microbiology, was doubly honored this spring.