Are you ready to take action to protect the environment?
Do you want to preserve our natural resources? Maybe you’re interested in forestry or in protecting our rangelands or wildlife and habitats. If any of these areas appeal to you, then you should consider a natural resource management degree. Our wide-ranging degree plan covers everything from forage production, soil science and plant taxonomy - to big game ecology, range improvement, wildlife management and other related topics.
You’ll also gain practical experience by participating in range and wildlife management activities at our ASU Ranch that will prepare you for career opportunities in natural resource conservation, ecology, wildlife biology, range management and similar fields.
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What Can You Do With a Natural Resource Management Degree?
You can expect to find career opportunities in a variety of fields and at several state and federal government agencies. The practical experience you gain in our program will also give you an advantage when it comes to applying for jobs or graduate school.
Many of our graduates work as county extension agents across Texas and for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Plus, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) lists us as a “Preferred University” for hiring new employees.
Why Study Natural Resource Management at Angelo State?
MIR Center
You’ll spend a lot of time at the Management, Instruction and Research Center, our 6,000-acre ASU Ranch. It’s where you’ll gain hands-on experience in a variety of range and wildlife conservation activities, including invasive plant management, prescribed burning, brush control, wildlife surveying and capture, population management and many others.
Campus Connections
You can improve your knowledge and networking skills by joining one or more of our student organizations, and we also have a section in one of our residence halls reserved just for students from our department. Living with fellow ag majors will help you adjust to college life, make new friends and get involved on campus.
Industry Connections
Our faculty can help you make connections with organizations like the Society for Range Management, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Our integrated degree program also meets the certification requirements of The Wildlife Society.
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Challenge Yourself
Take your education to the next level in the ASU Honors Program. Through special courses, cultural events, research and community engagement, we’ll help you transform your intellectual and personal talents into marketable skills for your future. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in prestigious internships, fellowships and other programs to reach your full potential.
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Committed to Your Success
Our Freshman College is a one-stop resource for programs and services that help you transition into college life, improve your communication skills, and engage in active learning. You can also get academic help in the Math Lab and Writing Center, receive peer mentoring and tutoring through Supplemental Instruction, or set up online tutoring sessions.
