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Forestry Students in the Field

Do you see a future for yourself as a scientist or naturalist?

Are you interested in working outdoors rather than behind a desk?

Would you like to make a difference in shaping our planet’s future — and are you willing to do the work required to understand today’s complex environmental challenges?

If so, the Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources (FER) can get you started on any number of exciting career paths related to forestry, wildlife, fisheries, ecosystems and environmental sciences.

FER is proud to be one of America’s foremost colleges for undergraduates seeking a degree in forestry and other natural resource-related fields.

Each year, undergraduates come to NC State because of our outstanding faculty and our ability to deliver a practical education that combines theory and classroom instruction with hands-on fieldwork and real world research and extension activities. And, each year, our graduates leave with a shared passion for the environment and an understanding of the interplay between science, people and business when it comes to the wise use of our planet’s resources. They go on to successful careers as forestry, fisheries or wildlife professionals; hydrologists, air or water quality specialists; environmental compliance officers; urban foresters; and much more.


For more information on our degree programs for undergraduates as well as admission and financial aid guidelines, please explore the links at left.

Fisheries Class

Hands-on field experience is critical to understanding forestry and natural resources. FER students spend as much time outside the classroom as in it, learning firsthand how the theoretical translates into the practical while tackling real-life challenges.

Key Contacts

Shannon Shinault

Coordinator of Undergraduate Programs

Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources
Phone: 919-513-2582
shannon_shinault@ncsu.edu

Gary Blank
Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Programs

Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources
Phone: 919-515-7566
gary_blank@ncsu.edu

Sydna Willis
Undergraduate Program Assistant

Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources
Phone: 919-515-7560
sydna_willis@ncsu.edu

Richard Lancia
Professor and Coordinator

Fisheries and Wildlife Science Program
Phone: 919-515-7586
richard_lancia@ncsu.edu

Terrie Litzenberger
Lecturer and Coordinator

Environmental Technology Program
Phone: 919-515-7581
terrie_litzenberger@ncsu.edu

Joseph Roise
Professor and Coordinator

Forest Management Program
Phone: 919-515-7783
joe_roise@ncsu.edu

Vonda Easterling

Director of Enrollment Management
College of Natural Resources
Phone: 919-515-5510
vonda_easterling@ncsu.edu