Ecology and Conservation Biology is a unique major that studies the intricate plant-animal environment interactions with an emphasis on fundamental ecological knowledge and its application to biodiversity conservation, environmental health, and management of complex systems, involving aspects of ecology from genes to ecosystems to the globe. Degree tracks provide flexibility to pursue a student’s chosen career path and readies students for success in a future that needs their expertise.
The Ecoinformatics track trains students to integrate digital and information technologies with ecological data analysis to detect, evaluate, and predict ecological patterns, disturbances, and processes.
The Ecology and Conservation Biology track teaches students the fundamentals of ecology and evolution and how to understand issues related to conserving, managing, and restoring species, habitats, and ecosystems.
The Forest Resources track prepares students for a broad array of career opportunities or graduate studies in forestry, natural resources, conservation, and environmental-related fields.
The Vertebrate Zoology track is for students with a deep interest in vertebrates, their diversity, ecology, and conservation. This track satisfies all prerequisite requirements for veterinary school.