Michael Budds

B.S. Resource Conservation 2002

Michael Budds

Resource Conservation provided me with a well-rounded education in Natural Resource Management. Not only did the program focus on the scientific and practical aspects of environmental work, but it also offered a candid examination of the social, economic and political issues related to ecologically-based decision making. Western Montana is an ideal setting to explore these relationships. There are few comparable places that illustrate the interface between urban, rural and wilderness areas as well as Montana.
This degree afforded me an opportunity to explore a variety of arenas in my professional development. Since graduation, I have had the chance to assist in scientific research projects, design and implement riparian restoration projects, and help manage wilderness recreation programs. The wide variety of possible program applications makes Resource Conservation a great foundation for building a career in the environmental field.

11/6/06

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	Michael Budds B.S. Resource Conservation 2002 Resource Conservation provided me with a well-rounded education in Natural Resource Management. Not only did the program focus on the scientific and practical aspects of environmental work, but it also offered a candid examination of the social, economic and political issues related to ecologically-based decision making. Western Montana is an ideal setting to explore these relationships. There are few comparable places that illustrate the interface between urban, rural and wilderness areas as well as Montana. This degree afforded me an opportunity to explore a variety of arenas in my professional development. Since graduation, I have had the chance to assist in scientific research projects, design and implement riparian restoration projects, and help manage wilderness recreation programs. The wide variety of possible program applications makes Resource Conservation a great foundation for building a career in the environmental field. 11/6/06
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