Natural Resources and the Environment | College of Life Sciences and Agriculture

Natural Resources and the Environment
114 James Hall
Durham, NH 03824

Phone: (603) 862-1022

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Explore the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment

The Department of Natural Resources and the Environment, integrates the applied social sciences and natural resources sciences, enabling a more holistic, integrated approach to education, research, and outreach about use and conservation of resources.

Programs of Study

Undergraduate

Minors

Associate

Forest Technology A.A.S.

Graduate

Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program - Natural Resources & Earth Systems Science Ph.D. (NRESS)

Thompson School Spotlight
Wildcat Spotlight

Zachary Simino ‘19

Into the Woods

Zachary Simino ’19 wants to preserve and protect New Hampshire’s forests, and the forest technology program is giving him the foundational knowledge and hands-on experience he needs for success.

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Thompson School Spotlight
Wildcat Spotlight

Zachary Simino ‘19

Into the Woods

Zachary Simino ’19 wants to preserve and protect New Hampshire’s forests, and the forest technology program is giving him the foundational knowledge and hands-on experience he needs for success.

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Alumni Spotlight

Andy DeMeo '18

Space to Fail, Motivation to Succeed

Andy DeMeo isn't afraid to fail, and that just may be the secret to his success.

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Alumni Spotlight

Andy DeMeo '18

Space to Fail, Motivation to Succeed

Andy DeMeo isn't afraid to fail, and that just may be the secret to his success.

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Alumni Spotlight

Deborah Rudis '75

From New Hampshire to Alaska

Deborah Rudis, a UNH wildlife biology major from the class of 1975, has found herself a long way from Durham.

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Alumni Spotlight

Deborah Rudis '75

From New Hampshire to Alaska

Deborah Rudis, a UNH wildlife biology major from the class of 1975, has found herself a long way from Durham.

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Graduate Student Spotlight

Breanne Aflague ‘23G

A Childhood Fascination Becomes a Life’s Work

Driven by an insatiable curiosity and love of insects, Breanne (Bre) Aflague is preparing for a future that satisfies both.

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Graduate Student Spotlight

Breanne Aflague ‘23G

A Childhood Fascination Becomes a Life’s Work

Driven by an insatiable curiosity and love of insects, Breanne (Bre) Aflague is preparing for a future that satisfies both.

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Faculty Spotlight

Jeff Garnas, Assistant Professor

Protecting Forests on an Interconnected and Changing Planet

Jeff Garnas says that the planet's forests face serious problems due to climate change and a global trade system that make possible the spread of insects and pathogens.

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Faculty Spotlight

Jeff Garnas, Assistant Professor

Protecting Forests on an Interconnected and Changing Planet

Jeff Garnas says that the planet's forests face serious problems due to climate change and a global trade system that make possible the spread of insects and pathogens.

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Upcoming Events

Apr

26

28th Annual COLSA Undergraduate Research Conference, this Saturday, April 27 7:45 AM to 2:00 PM

Apr

27

28th Annual COLSA Undergraduate Research Conference, this Saturday, April 27 7:45 AM to 2:00 PM