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.
The Natural Area
Learn MoreThe Teaching, Pollinator, and Tree Nursery Gardens
Learn MoreThe Farm
Learn MoreStudent Opportunities
Connections with the greater community expand students’ access to an immersive learning experiences.
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May 10, 2024
Saint Michael’s community celebrates Class of 2024 with Senior Awards Brunch
Saint Michael’s hosted its annual Senior Awards Brunch on May 9 to recognize the students in the Class of 2024, faculty and staff who have had a significant impact on […]
Learn moreMay 2, 2024
Saint Michael’s hosts an Earth Week extravaganza
The Patrick ’61 and Marcelle Leahy Center for the Environment led an Earth Week extravaganza for Saint Michael’s, giving the College community plenty of opportunities to get their hands dirty. […]
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October 30, 2024
On the Margins of Europe: War Before the War (Photography Exhibit)
On the Margins of Europe: War Before the War (Photography Exhibit) Wednesday, Oct. 30, through Thursday, November 14 Roy Room, Dion Family Student Center Dmitri Beliakov, is a freelance photojournalist […]
October 30, 2024
FRENCH Conversation Table
FRENCH Conversation Table Wednesday, Oct 2, 12:15 – 1:15 PM, Alliot Wednesday, Oct 16, 12:15 – 1:15 PM, Alliot Wednesday, Nov 13, 12:15 – 1:15 PM, Alliot Wednesday, Nov 20, […]
October 30, 2024
Affinity Space: Grief and Loss of a Parent or Caregiver
Affinity Space: Grief and Loss of a Parent or Caregiver - Every Wednesday, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. in the Bergeron Wellness Group Room
Meet the Team
Kristyn Achilich
Director
Christine Gall
Assistant Director of Student Development; Program Manager, Farm & Food
Portia Butrym
Project & Outreach Coordinator
James Nagle, M.A., Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Assessment
Katy Farber, M.S., Ed.D.
Assistant Director of Teaching & Learning; Program Manager, Environmental Education
Declan McCabe, M.S., Ph.D.
Site Manager, Natural Area
Trevien Stanger, M.S.
Program Manager, Ecological Restoration
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