Research

真人线上娱乐 Collaborative for Socio-Ecological Engagement (CoSEE) at the University of Washington Bothell is a university-led research and learning unit that operates at the Environmental Education and Research Center (EERC) in Saint Edward State Park.

CoSEE supports interdisciplinary research around supporting just and thriving socio-ecological systems, focusing on sustainability, environmental justice and community resilience. Through participatory research, education and outreach, CoSEE brings together scientists, educators and community members to develop solutions that promote ecological health and social well-being in the region.

Through initiatives such as field studies, community science programs, and creative, place-based practices, CoSEE provides hands-on opportunities to engage with urgent environmental and social issues in the Bothell-Kenmore-Kirkland area—and beyond. Our work supports not only scientific inquiry but also inclusive, community-led action.

Supporting student research

CoSEE is proud to support undergraduate research and capstone projects for students from both UW Bothell and UW Seattle. From immersive fieldwork to faculty-mentored research and community-driven collaborations, students gain real-world experience tackling complex challenges at the intersection of ecology and society.

Future and ongoing opportunities include:

EnCAP Green Career Pathways Assistantships
Social Media and Communications Interns
Wildlife Monitoring
Invasives Removal
Education and Program Support

Featured research

At CoSEE, research is more than data—it’s a path to transformation. By integrating rigorous academic inquiry with public engagement and environmental stewardship, CoSEE embodies the potential of interdisciplinary collaboration. Together, we are building a more just, resilient, and sustainable future.

See below for a selection of active projects to learn more about:

Camera traps & wildlife in the park

Dr. David Stokes and his research team conducted a two-year camera trap study to better understand wildlife presence, habitat connectivity and human disturbance at Saint Edward State Park.

Invasive research in the park

Dr. Santiago Lopez and Dr. David L. Stokes, two members of CoSEE conducted an in-depth study on the invasion of English holly (Ilex aquifolium) in Saint Edward State Park.

Kokanee salmon research

Dr. Jeffrey S. Jensen leads research focusing on the distribution, history, and restoration of kokanee salmon in the Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish watershed.