Wilderness Studies

Primary Contact: Laurie Yung, (406) 243-6934, University Hall 308, laurie.yung@umontana.edu

The Wilderness Studies emphasis within the Resource Conservation major provides students an opportunity to combine coursework in the Wilderness and Civilization program with emphases in conservation policy and planning, conservation and society, and community conservation, among others. Students in this track must complete Wilderness and Civilization, a two semester field and campus program that explores the human-nature relationship from a variety of disciplines and perspectives. Please visit the Wilderness and Civilization website for more information.

Students in the wilderness studies emphasis gain an understanding of protected area conservation as well as conservation across ownerships. Coursework examines conservation issues from scientific, literary, artistic, ethical, and Native American perspectives. Students learn about a variety of conservation strategies, with coursework in environmental policy, community collaboration, and ecology. The experiential components of the Wilderness and Civilization program – internships, community projects, and field trips – complement interdisciplinary campus-based coursework.

In addition to the required courses (courses in the Wilderness and Civilization program), students take courses related to their emphases. Students work closely with their faculty advisor to develop a plan of study that reflects their professional and personal interests.

Coursework in the wilderness studies emphasis prepares students for work with public land management agencies, community groups, outdoor education centers, conservation organizations, local government, and much more. Alumni also pursue graduate studies in the natural and social sciences, or attend law school.

Students in this emphasis need to complete all the requirements of the Resource Conservation major, the College of Forestry and Conservation, and the University of Montana. For more information about these requirements and please read the Frequently Asked Questions (..coming soon!).

Students who are interested in combining Wilderness and Civilization with coursework in ecology should contact Paul Alaback to find out more about the ecology emphasis.

Required and Recommended Courses

A Possible Four Year Schedule

Wilderness and Civilization Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Home What is Resource Conservation Areas of Study Graduate Degrees Field Study Programs Faculty Faculty Projects Careers/Employment Alumni FAQs for Perspective Students Contact Us Featured Alumni Jeffrey Ross B.S. Resource Conservation 2006 Jeffrey Ross originally transferred to the University of Montana from a small, two-year college in Colorado as a Wildlife Biology major. However, Jeffrey’s interest in the human-nature relationship, natural resources policy, and .... read more	Wilderness Studies Primary Contact: Laurie Yung, (406) 243-6934, University Hall 308, laurie.yung@umontana.edu The Wilderness Studies emphasis within the Resource Conservation major provides students an opportunity to combine coursework in the Wilderness and Civilization program with emphases in conservation policy and planning, conservation and society, and community conservation, among others. Students in this track must complete Wilderness and Civilization, a two semester field and campus program that explores the human-nature relationship from a variety of disciplines and perspectives. Please visit the Wilderness and Civilization website for more information. Students in the wilderness studies emphasis gain an understanding of protected area conservation as well as conservation across ownerships. Coursework examines conservation issues from scientific, literary, artistic, ethical, and Native American perspectives. Students learn about a variety of conservation strategies, with coursework in environmental policy, community collaboration, and ecology. The experiential components of the Wilderness and Civilization program – internships, community projects, and field trips – complement interdisciplinary campus-based coursework. In addition to the required courses (courses in the Wilderness and Civilization program), students take courses related to their emphases. Students work closely with their faculty advisor to develop a plan of study that reflects their professional and personal interests. Coursework in the wilderness studies emphasis prepares students for work with public land management agencies, community groups, outdoor education centers, conservation organizations, local government, and much more. Alumni also pursue graduate studies in the natural and social sciences, or attend law school. Students in this emphasis need to complete all the requirements of the Resource Conservation major, the College of Forestry and Conservation, and the University of Montana. For more information about these requirements and please read the Frequently Asked Questions (..coming soon!). Students who are interested in combining Wilderness and Civilization with coursework in ecology should contact Paul Alaback to find out more about the ecology emphasis. Required and Recommended Courses A Possible Four Year Schedule Wilderness and Civilization Program Frequently Asked Questions
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