Natural Resources Management
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NATURAL RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT
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Why Study Natural Resources Management?
Environmental pollution, deforestation, climate change, and increasing demand for outdoor recreation are just a few of the current challenges to environmental sustainability. The Natural Resources Management (NRM) program prepares students to care for the land and water resources of Michigan and beyond, and to serve the people whose well-being depends on these resources.
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The Natural Resources Management Program at GVSU
The careful stewardship of the environment requires knowledge in both the natural and social sciences. Ecology is the foundational science of the NRM program. Students combine this ecological knowledge with geology, statistics, economics, and policy and apply it to practical situations. With an advisor’s guidance, students may develop customized programs focused on ecosystem science and management, resource information science, or environmental science.
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Internships and Career Opportunities
NRM students may gain practical work experience through internships with environmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and industry. In addition, they can arrange special studies or research with faculty on a wide range of topics.
Career opportunities range from traditional natural resource disciplines to newer fields like ecosystem restoration and sustainability.
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Private sector employers
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Local, state and federal government agencies
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- Industrial forestry companies
- Urban foresters and arborists
- Environmental engineering and consulting firms
- Outdoor recreation providers
- Non-governmental advocacy organizations
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- Environmental regulation
- Fish and wildlife management
- Recreation resource management
- Public forest management
- Water resource management
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Student Activities
The student chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society enables NRM students, as well as students from other majors, to share their interest in the outdoors. Club members participate in many volunteer community service projects, including stream restoration, highway cleanup, and other fun, environmentally friendly activities.
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Requirements for the NRM Major
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Courses Offered by NRM
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Internship Information
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Overview of Program and Careers
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Contact Information:
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Dr. Paul Keenlance
NRM Program Coordinator
325B Henry Hall
Grand Valley State University
1 Campus Drive
Allendale, MI 49401
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Phone: (616) 331-8579
FAX: (616) 331-3446
Email: keenlanp@gvsu.edu
Biology Department Office: 212 Henry Hall
Biology Department Phone: (616) 331-2470
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Page last modified October 27, 2010
