Environmental Sciences Student Association
Environmental/Sustainability·Community Service/Nonprofit
ESSA brings together UC Berkeley students from all majors who share an interest in the environment. Bi-weekly Thursday meetings (7-8pm) feature guest speakers, class and career planning, movie nights, and game nights. The club also runs a book club focused on environmental titles and, when possible, organizes semester camping trips and nature hikes. No specific major or background is required to join.
Bi-weekly
Meeting frequency
Events They Host
Guest Speaker Events
In-person guest speaker sessions held during bi-weekly Thursday meetings.
Member Experiences
Movie Night
In-person movie night for members.
Game Night
In-person game night for members.
Nature Hikes
Organized hikes for members.
Semesterly Camping Trips
Camping trips planned each semester when possible.
Book Club
Members read and discuss environmentally themed books. Past titles include The Sixth Extinction, Braiding Sweetgrass, and In Defense of Food.
Class and Career Planning
Sessions focused on academic and career guidance for members.