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

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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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October 11, 2024

Howling Success: Ethan Clark

A special edition, bonus Howling Success for October features Ethan Clark, an NC State student who has spent years helping people across North Carolina through his Facebook page, North Carolina’s Weather Authority. During Hurricane Helene, he played a pivotal role in sharing information and resources for communities in western NC impacted by catastrophic flooding.
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September 27, 2024

Learning in Paradise: Lainie Powell Reflects on Studying Abroad in the Bahamas

Powell was one of several NC State students to travel to Andros Island for two weeks this summer to conduct research on blue holes and other aquatic ecosystems.
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September 25, 2024

A Scandinavian Summer

Matthew Menon, a sophomore majoring in environmental sciences, was one of several NC State students who traveled to Sweden and Norway this summer to study the sustainable use of natural resources.

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