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Forestry and Environmental Resources
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The Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources opens a world of career opportunities for undergrads and graduates as they work side-by-side with expert faculty solving today's natural resource challenges.

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Undergraduate Degrees

Our undergraduate programs put classroom theories into practical hands-on action and train today’s students to be tomorrow’s sustainability and natural resource leaders.

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Graduate Programs

Our graduate programs emphasize hands-on research, teaching and real-world field opportunities, preparing students to become innovative industry leaders.

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Research Areas

From forest health to hydrology to public science, and everything in between, our faculty research is changing the way industry professionals tackle their every-day jobs.

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Learn about our programs, meet our students, connect with faculty and learn more about your future home in the College of Natural Resources. Meet with our admission team or attend an event today!

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Two Professors Named TWS Fellows

Professors Chris DePerno and Chris Moorman are among 10 newly selected fellows, chosen for their dedication and service to the wildlife profession. 
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North Carolina’s Fall Foliage: Will It Be A Disappointing Year?

This year’s fall foliage might not live up to expectation as warm, dry conditions persist across the state, according to an expert at NC State. 
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Saving America’s Forests Could Help Curb Climate Warming

NC State researchers modeled the role that forestry and agriculture could play in reducing U.S. greenhouse gas emissions across multiple future economic scenarios. 

Upcoming Events

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Sep 20

Monday12:50 PM

Seminar: Did disturbance diminish vegetation-environment relationships in forests of the Great Smoky Mountains?
Sep 27

Monday12:50 PM

Seminar: Research in Community Forestry and Tropical Restoration
Oct 11

Monday12:50 PM

Seminar: Developing Course Content in Environmental Justice