Undergraduate Programs
Our undergraduates are making a difference by learning about and putting into practice the conservation of biodiversity, management of fish and wildlife, and protection of terrestrial, aquatic, and marine habitats through a degree in Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences.
Graduate Programs
We educate our students to think critically and evaluate problems from a strong background in basic and applied science, fundamental ecological principles, and consideration of social influences on conservation. We strive to help our students succeed through a rich program of field and laboratory coursework and personal advising.
Faculty in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife are currently conducting research on a diverse array of topics in North America, as well as internationally. Want to see where?
Our Students
Fang-Yu (Betty) Shen | Class of 2026 | Ph.D. Wildlife Science
1st Generation College Student | Taichung City, Taiwan
The Hatchery blog | Art-Sci fellowship | Shutterstock Artist
Xavier Tacker | Class of 2024 | Natural Resources | BioResource Research
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. | 1st Generation College Student
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Jim Rivers receives Charles Bullard Fellowship in Forest Research
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New specialty license plate will support shark research at Oregon State University
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