Degrees in the College of
Natural Resources

The College of Natural Resources houses one of the largest genetics laboratories in the nation; and is home to research units, an experimental forest and a wilderness field station.

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Conservation Social Sciences
Prepare to work with government agencies, private businesses and nonprofit organizations to ensure the demands on natural resources are well balanced between recreation and sustainability
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Forest Products
Learn techniques to balance the use of forests and wood products in order to sustain these resources for animal habitat, recreation and industry
Example of CNR Outdoor classroom
Master of Natural Resources
Prepare to work in higher-level management or administrative positions that are focused on solving natural resource and environmental issues
Range Ecology students doing fieldwork
Rangeland Ecology and Management
Learn the foundations for applying rangeland management principles to balance public and private land interests
Limnology class field trip
Fishery Resources
Gain an in-depth understanding of biology, ecology and management concepts to ensure that fish species and their habitats are part of our future
Forest Resources student in the field
Forest Resources
Prepare for a professional career in forestry and ecology by studying how to effectively use, develop and protect our forests and lands
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Natural Resources, Ph.D.
Develop theoretical and validated principles for studying, managing and ultimately protecting our land, water, minerals, forests, fish, wildlife, people and communities
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Wildlife Resources
Develop an in-depth understanding of biology, ecology and management concepts to ensure that wildlife species and their habitats are part of our future