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Environment and Natural Resources

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Become an environmental steward with UW’s environment and natural resources graduate minor

The world needs citizens, stakeholders and decision-makers to create more inclusive, durable solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges. Are you up to the task? If so, the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources is excited to invite you to apply to the ENR graduate minor!

Doctoral and master’s students in any discipline may pursue an interdisciplinary environmental and natural resources minor. Through our program, you’ll learn to broaden your perspective and critical thinking skills to tackle complex environmental problems. You'll take courses in economics, environmental management, science and policy as they relate to environmental and natural resource issues.

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About the Environment and Natural Resources Graduate Minor

The Haub School graduate minor is an interdisciplinary 12+ credit-hour program that is available to any UW graduate student. All students must complete 6 credit hours in core ENR courses and an additional 6+ credit hours in electives. Students may select their elective courses from a long list of approved classes in human dimensions, law and policy, natural sciences and research methods. The structure of our program makes this minor highly customizable to your individual interests and desired career path.

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Graduate students interested in the environment and natural resources graduate will apply for admission to a primary degree program at the University of Wyoming. Once accepted to their primary graduate program, students must complete an additional online process to confirm their enrollment in the ENR minor. During the Haub School admission process, students submit a one-page Statement of Purpose.

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What can you do with an environment and natural resources graduate minor?

The environment and natural resources minor prepares students for careers managing public lands, national parks and wilderness areas. Many of our graduates additionally go on to advocate for environmental protections and stewardship through public engagement and communicating scientific processes to various audiences.

Environment & Natural Resources Careers

Our graduates are prepared for a wide variety of fulfilling careers, including the following job titles:

  • Natural Resources Policy Consultant 
  • Park Ranger 
  • Urban and Regional Planner 
  • Research Scientist 
  • Stewardship Coordinator 
  • Natural Resource Specialist 
  • Range Technician 
  • Field Geologist 
  • Outreach Coordinator 
  • Senior Mediator 
  • Environmental Educator
  • Field Supervisor
  • Conservation Coordinator

 

 

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Notable Alumni Employers

  • Wyoming Outdoor Council 
  • National Geographic 
  • Bureau of Land Management 
  • Teton Science Schools 
  • Wyoming Conservation Corps 
  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife 
  • International Wolf Center 
  • The Wilderness Society 
  • Meridian Institute

 

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Environment and Natural Resources Graduate Minor Highlights

The Haub School's graduate minor offers an interdisciplinary perspective that complements your primary area of study. By integrating diverse fields, it enriches your academic experience. Here are some other reasons why our graduate students are passionate about the environmental and natural resources minor.

Exceptional Faculty

Our accomplished and dedicated faculty are one of the many things that make the Haub School so special.

Our students learn about the intersection of environment and society with Dr. Rachael Budowle. Some students study the environment in the field with Maggie Bourque, while others learn how to develop public policy with Dr. Steve Smutko. Regardless of which professors you take courses from or conduct research with, they’re all here to help you succeed!

Student Involvement

UW is home to many like-minded students who care about the environment, sustainability and our community. These students bring their education to the next level by getting involved in on-campus organizations, including:

Small Class Sizes and Personalized Advising

The Haub School prides itself on giving students individual attention and mentorship opportunities through intimate class sizes. Our academic advising team additionally offers personalized advising sessions to help you select courses and pursue career goals.

Research and Field-Learning Experiences

Many of our ENR students choose to enhance their education with experiences outside the classroom. These experiences include internships, community service, study abroad programs, research, and domestic and international faculty-led field experiences.

 

I don't know who I am without the Haub School. Literally. I remember, in 2018 when I came to the Haub School. I went to musical theater school before I transferred to the University of Wyoming. That was my entire life until I was 18. When the 2016 election happened, I freaked out. I thought to myself, ‘I can't keep doing this, it's not jiving with my own personal beliefs.’ I wanted to go somewhere that would allow me to have as many international experiences as possible and that wouldn’t break the bank. I also wanted outdoor recreation opportunities, I didn't grow up going outside, that just wasn't a part of how I was raised. I wanted to go somewhere that's a little remote and unlike anything I've ever done before. The University of Wyoming was on my list, and it was really easy to transfer my credits. All of the boxes on my list were checked off by the Haub School.

- Caitlin McLennan
B.S. ENR ‘20

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Haub School of ENR

University of Wyoming

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804 E Fremont St

Laramie, WY 82072

Phone: (307) 766-5080

Email: haub.school@uwyo.edu