In spring 2015 the School of Social Ecology, in collaboration with the UCI Blum Center, launched a pilot program in immersive Field Study.  Four students had a unique opportunity to do fieldwork for 10 weeks on a full-time basis for an organization that concentrates on poverty alleviation and social injustice. The students were placed not just locally in Orange County, but also across the nation. Over the course of the academic year, the program offers current students special opportunities, including:

Learn more about this year's recipients of the Dean's Award for Community Engagement! We are very proud of these students, each of whom has made unique and long-lasting contributions to the betterment of our communities. If you are interested in learning more about how you can contribute to honoring students like this, please click here:

The School of Social Ecology is proud of the myriad strengths of its faculty and students. Their scholarly achievements are reflected by the awards they have received from a variety of agencies. We are proud of these recognitions, and celebrate their success! The following list represents many of our award recipients and the awards they have earned.

Spring/Summer 2018

Justin Strong, who is earning his Ph.D. in criminology, law and society, was awarded the Arnold Binder Award for Service. The award recognizes outstanding service contributions.

Alyse Bertenthal, who is earning her Ph.D. in criminology, law and society, was awarded the Gil Geis award. The award recognizes excellence in research.

Sophia Laguna, who is earning her Ph.D. in criminology, law and society, was awarded the Michelle Smith Pontell Award. The award recognizes outstanding accomplishments in graduate study.

LaBreonna Bland and Amanda Petersen, both of whom are earning their Ph.D.s in criminology, law and society, were awarded the Peer Mentor award.