School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Welcome to the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (NAMS) at Stockton University. NAMS offers a rigorous, student-centered curriculum with emphasis on teaching and faculty-mentored student research.
Our faculty has a strong interdisciplinary interest coupled with a commitment to maintaining the strengths and standards of the traditional academic disciplines. Stockton presently grants almost 22% of all the science and mathematics undergraduate degrees among New Jersey's senior state colleges and universities. Stockton graduates in the sciences and mathematics have a high success rate in graduate and professional school admissions, as well as securing employment within their areas of study.
Alumni Success
As a student, I was involved in the mapping of the Robert J. Walker through the New Jersey Benthic Studies class taught by Dr. Peter Straub (now Dean Peter Straub). I was one of three students on the project, and was able to get amazing experience working with ROVV and multibeam. The experience I have in that class made me fall in love with research. I even got the opportunity to present the research for NOAA and the Explorers club.
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B.A. Marine Science '15
During my junior year, I had the opportunity to use the forest on Stockton's campus as a living classroom. Stockton University is the first public land in the New Jersey Pinelands to have a comprehensive forest management plan, and I was one of the lucky few who played a role in its inception.
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B.S. Environmental Science, Minor in Writing '15
The program was excellent and provided me with the foundational knowledge needed to pursue my Master's degree in forestry at Yale University. I would especially recommend the program to any motivated individuals interested in earning a degree to enhance their career and/or individuals seeking a higher education degree.
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B.S. Environmental Science,
Minor Writing '13
NAMS in the News
- Rutgers DMCS Staff Lead Data Literacy Workshop for Undergraduate-level Faculty
- Commentary: South Jersey Enjoys Clearer Water At The Beaches This Summer
- What is "upwelling," and why is it making Atlantic Ocean temperatures in New Jersey colder?
- Jersey Shore water lately looks so clar. Here's why that happens.
- AC High School students get hands-on loook at marine field station's work
- South Jersey influencer hopes to be a 'voice' for hermit crabs by promoting proper pet care on TikTok
- Stakeholders Asked to Help Guide Tidal Inlets Research