The last three professional programs provide students with the training necessary to obtain employment in a specific natural resource discipline. The Environmental Conservation Studies program encompasses a broader approach to natural resource policy and management.

Our primary objective is to provide young people with the knowledge and skills necessary to become future leaders in the stewardship of the world's natural resources. Our faculty, representing a wide range of disciplines and interests, are committed to an interdisciplinary approach to natural resource education.

While preparing for a career in one of our four undergraduate majors, students are exposed to programs of study which foster an integrated appreciation of environmental science and natural resource issues. In addition to gaining a quality education in a specific area of study, students are exposed to and interact with, students and faculty from each of the other programs. A set of core courses ensures that students graduate with a broader background than that which might typically be provided within any one of the individual majors. For example, a first semester freshman course, "Natural Resource Perspectives," introduces the department's disciplines and discusses the need for an integrated approach to resource stewardship. As well, a senior capstone course gives students firsthand experience working with multidisciplinary teams to develop land management plans or to create integrated strategies for dealing with complex natural resource issues.

The department views classroom study as only one part of a student's preparation for a career in natural resources. Each student is encouraged to become involved and active in a variety of extracurricular activities. Faculty and graduate student research projects provide a continual source of pertinent and exciting undergraduate student involvement. Over 100 research projects are underway at any given time, representing a variety of natural resource interests. In addition, several clubs and local chapters of professional organizations provide important opportunities for gaining a broad range of relevant experiences.

Blackboard for the Prospective Student

So, you're interested, right? Now you want to know what it's like to be a Natural Resources undergraduate student. Well, you can get an in-depth look at the courses we offer, and experience what it's like to be a part of the Department of Natural Resources by visiting our Blackboard for the Prospective Student web site. Here you can tour some of our most popular courses - view photo slideshows of students in the field and in the classroom, read course syllabi, hear from the Department Chair, and much more!

To experience it now, follow these simple instructions:
Note: Blackboard must be viewed using Internet Explorer.

• Start at the Blackboard home page: http://blackboard.unh.edu
• Click on the Organizations & Departments tab at the top
• Follow the link for Academic Departments
• In the Search box, type Natural Resources - Outreach
• Click on Department of Natural Resources - Outreach

Minors Offered by the Department of Natural Resources

• Minor in Environmental Conservation Studies
• Minor in Sustainable Living
• Minor in Forestry
• Minor in Water Resources Management
• Minor in Wetland Ecology
• Minor in Wildlife Ecology

Student Clubs & Societies

Within the Department of Natural Resources:

• Xi Sigma Pi, Natural Resources Honor Society
• Forestry Club
• The Wildlife Society
• Soil Judging Team

Related Clubs and Organizations:

• Naturalists Club, Office of Sustainability Programs
• New Hampshire Outing Club
• Organic Garden Club, Office of Sustainability Programs
• Student Environmental Action Coalition
• Students Without Borders

Quick Links

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• Scholarships & Financial Assistance
• Undergraduate students in the Department of Natural Resources are big achievers! Read more about our students' accomplishments.