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1 Viewbook 2017 C O L L E G E O F F O R E S T R E S O U R C E S 1

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3 FIND YOUR PLACE AT COLLEGE OF FOREST RESOURCES 3

4 At Mississippi State University, we believe in getting personal. Known throughout our history as The People s University, our university provides the academic, leadership and social opportunities to help each person excel. Your success in whatever field of study or career goal is our success. We take that mission seriously. Here, faculty, staff and students share a common goal: to make the Mississippi State University experience a lifetime opportunity. 4

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6 ABOUTCFR THE COLLEGE OF FOREST RESOURCES is the only four year program in Mississippi offering degrees in natural resources. For nearly 60 years, the college has trained over 4,400 students in conserving, protecting and utilizing natural resources. Natural resource management is important to our state, region and nation for the social, environmental and economic benefits which it provides. The state s forests provide clean water, store carbon, moderate temperatures and provide an ecosystem to support a variety of plant and animal species. Our forests provide building materials for homes and renewable energy to power our communities. Plus, they also give us a place for recreation and relaxation. Addressing complex natural resource issues is critical, now more than ever. The College of Forest Resources faculty, staff and students are up to the task and work diligently in preserving and sustaining our resources for today and tomorrow. We educate students who will become leaders, actively solving the complex problems facing our natural world. 6

7 MAKAYLA BRISTER Wildlife, Fisheries & Aquaculture major -pre-vet concentration Makayla chose Mississippi State because of her passion for the environment, outdoors and wildlife. Makayla hopes to graduate in 2018 and has her sights on possibly attending law school or vet school. There s something majestic about nature that I absolutely love. I really like the chance to attend classes taught outdoors, especially when the weather is great. 7

8 The College of Forest Resources is one of a few programs in the nation offering hands-on field experiences for undergraduate students. BYTHENUMBERS 8

9 FOUNDED IN 1954 HUNDREDS OF CAREERS 4 MAJORS 14 CONCENTRATIONS 8:1 Student to faculty ratio Over 4,400 Graduates since 1954 $140K given in annual scholarships Multiple research and computer labs Over 27,000 acres in the Bulldog Forest 9

10 FORESTRY 10

11 C A R E E R S BECOME A FORESTRY PROFESSIONAL This major is designed for students pursuing science-based careers in forest and associated ecosystem management. Successful graduates of this program are qualified to take an exam to become registered foresters. The major offers a broad general education with an emphasis on forest management and the opportunity to be engaged in specialized professional courses in a curriculum covering five concentrations. The major also offers a Graduate Early Admittance Program, allowing students to enroll in both undergraduate and graduate programs. Community Forester Conservation Biologist Consulting Forester Director of Forest Operations District Forester District Ranger Extension Specialist Fiber Supply Manager Financial Analyst Forest Ecologist Forester Forest Land Manager Game Manager GIS Forester Hydrologist Inventory Specialist Landowner Assistance Forester 11

12 12 The Student Chapter of the Society of American Foresters has been ranked one of the top three chapters in the nation for the last 18 years.

13 C A R E E R S DEGREE CONCENTRATIONS Environmental Conservation Forest and other natural resource management in the context of broad environmental issues. Forest Management Forest management on public and private lands with opportunities to pursue a related minor or certificate. Forest Products Processes, marketing and design of wood products made from renewable natural resources. Urban Forestry Managing trees and other flora in urban and community settings to include cities, towns, parks and university campuses. Wildlife Management A background in wildlife-related topics and issues in the context of forest management. Land Management Forester Logistics Manager Mill Manager Natural Resource Manager Operations Manager Procurement Forester Production Forester Recreation Planner Regional Manager Research Forester Resource Analyst Resource Economist Resource Information Manager Resource Supervisor Urban Community Forestry Coordinator Urban Forester Utility Land Manager 13

14 NATURAL RESOURCE & ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION 14

15 C A R E E R S DIVERSE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES More than ever, the field of natural resources is growing with diverse career opportunities. This major focuses on solutions to real-world natural resource-based problems in the context of environmental and social sciences. Students explore ecology and biology; measurement and evaluation of natural resource environmental components, properties and functioning; management of ecosystems; and legal, regulatory, policy and economic aspects of ecosystem administration of natural resource management and environmental conservation. Aquatic Restoration Ecologist Director of Forest Information Systems Director of Technology Environmental Auditor Environmental Coordinator Environmental Engineer Extension Specialist Forest Ecologist Forest Information Systems Analyst Forest Land Manager GIS Specialist Hydrologist Natural Resource Manager 15

16 16 According to USA Today, agriculture and natural resource management are among the five highest paying jobs.

17 C A R E E R S DEGREE CONCENTRATIONS Natural Resource Law & Administration A background in the science of natural resource management and a foundation in the legal, regulatory and administrative environment. Natural Resource Technology Collect, manage and implement complex geospatial technologies and ancillary data. Resource Conservation Science A physical and life science-based education to solve problems in natural resource settings. Recreation Planner Resource Analyst Resource Information Manager Resource Supervisor Terrestrial Ecologist Terrestrial Restoration Ecologist Urban Community Forestry Coordinator Urban Forest Specialist Vegetation Manager Wetland Manager 17

18 SUSTAINABLE BIOPRODUCTS 18

19 C A R E E R S FINDING NEW SOLUTIONS A degree in sustainable bioproducts prepares students for a wide array of career opportunities in materials science, engineering, materials processing, biomaterials protection, environmental remediation, biofuels, marketing and business. The processing of biomaterials into a multitude of products requires professional technologists trained to understand the nature of these complex materials and their properties, along with the marketing and business strategies. Currently, the number of employment opportunities greatly exceeds the number of graduates. Business Analyst Continuous Process Improvement Manager Environmental Consultant Environmental Engineer Engineered Wood Products Specialist Extension Specialist Federal Scientist Furniture Marketing Specialist Global Technology Manager Kiln Specialist Lumber Quality and Technical Manager Marketing and Sales Manager Mill Manager 19

20 20 The Sustainable Bioproducts major is a multidisciplinary program, which encompasses wood and non-wood composites and other contemporary engineered products, as well as lumber, chemicals, fuels, medicines and much more.

21 C A R E E R S EXPLORE OPTIONS Bioenergy and Chemicals Prepares students to pursue careers in technologies of liquid, solid chemicals and fuels derived from bioresources. Novel Bioproducts and Environment Prepares students to pursue careers in chemical and biotechnologies focusing on extracting chemicals, polymers and nanomaterials from bio-based materials. Solid and Composite Products Prepares students to pursue careers in the forest products and allied industries. Plant Engineer Plant Manager Plant Superintendent Product Development Specialist Product Engineer Production Manager Project Coordinator Operations Manager Quality Control Manager Research Technician Resin Chemist Sawmill Supervisor State-level Environmental Representative Wood Materials Scientist Wood Procurement Superintendent 21

22 WILDLIFE, FISHERIES & AQUACULTURE 22

23 C A R E E R S WALK ON THE WILD SIDE The Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture major is designed to provide students with a curriculum that has foundations in biology, ecology, natural resources management, social sciences, computer science and other contemporary educational needs for natural resource professionals. Aquatic Ecologist Aquatic Plant Manager Aquatic Restoration Ecologist Conservation Biologist Conservation Officer Environmental Auditor Environmental Coordinator Extension Specialist Fisheries Biologist Fisheries Scientist Freshwater Biologist Game Manager Hydrologist Ichthyologist Limnologist Ornithologist Resource Analyst 23

24 24 Successful graduates of this program can meet educational requirements for careers as wildlife and fisheries biologists, including standards for certification as an associate wildlife biologist with The Wildlife Society or as an associate fisheries professional with the American Fisheries Society. Students completing this major are also prepared to pursue graduate degrees in wildlife biology or related natural resource fields.

25 DEGREE CONCENTRATIONS Conservation Law Enforcement Prepares students for employment in enforcement of natural resource laws and regulations. Human-Wildlife Interactions Trains students for positions that address interactions between humans and wildlife. Wildlife Agriculture Conservation Equips students for jobs as wildlife biologists working in agricultural environments. Wildlife, Fisheries & Aquaculture Science Trains students for wildlife biology positions in diverse areas as well as for graduate school. Wildlife Veterinary Medicine Provides students with a strong academic background to pursue veterinary school or graduate school. C A R E E R S Resource Information Manager Resource Supervisor Terrestrial Ecologist Terrestrial Restoration Ecologist Vegetation Manager Wetland Manager Wildlife Biologist Wildlife Manager Wildlife Scientist Wildlife Veterinarian Zoologist 25

26 FACILITIES South Farm Aquaculture Facility South Farm aquaculture research facility is an on-campus facility with close collaborative ties to USDA-APHIS Wildlife Services unit as well as USDA-ARS. Johnie R. Dawkins Memorial Deer Unit The Captive Deer Facility was established in It encompasses approximately 11 acres and can support a population of 150 deer, although the annual average is around 100 deer. Franklin Center A 35,000 square foot furniture research facility to support a comprehensive furniture research, testing and technical assistance program. John W. Starr Memorial Forest Owned by Mississippi State University and managed by the Forest and Wildlife Research Center, the forest occupies 8,244 acres and is administered as an outdoor laboratory for teaching, research and demonstration. Thompson Hall Many of the classrooms, laboratories and offices of the College of Forest Resources are located in Thompson Hall. Completed in 1993, Thompson Hall is an 84,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility. 26

27 Thompson Hall John W. Starr Memorial Forest Franklin Center 27

28 ACCREDITATION All forestry concentrations are accredited by the Society of American Foresters. The forest products concentration in the forestry major is accredited by the Society of Wood Science and Technology. The wildlife curricula offered through the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture can satisfy educational requirements for certification as an associate wildlife biologist by The Wildlife Society. Students can also satisfy educational requirements for the associate fisheries professional certification by the American Fisheries Society. 28

29 TRANSFERS Transfer students are important to Mississippi State. Over 40% of our current students are transfers, so we know how to help you make the transition as seamless as possible. Mississippi State has worked with all of the community and junior colleges in Mississippi to develop a transfer course equivalency table. Reviewing this table will let you know which courses at your community or junior college match courses offered at MSU, and help keep you on track for a seamless transition. If you are transferring from a community college outside Mississippi or from another four-year institution, you need not worry. Feel free to contact one of our transfer admissions counselors for assistance. admit@msstate.edu 29

30 @MSUForestResources cfr.msstate.edu 30

31 CONTACT CORY BAILEY Admissions Coordinator Thompson Hall ALLISON NORTH Admissions Coordinator C Bost Extension Center 31

32 Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law is prohibited. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Compliance and Integrity, 56 Morgan Avenue, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) C F R. M S S T A T E. E D U 32