Public Policy & Education
- Forest Economist
- Forest and Environmental Policy Associate
- Outreach/Extension Specialist
- Science Communicator
- Government Relations Manager
Public Policy and Education is a pathway steadily rising in the field of forestry. Forest policy professionals monitor and manage projects, providing their expertise on ways to limit negative environmental impacts. They work with both government and private organizations to manage the health of different tree and vegetation species, restore habitats, and meet conservation goals.
This may be a career path for you, if you are interested in:
- Environmental project management
- Public outreach
- Natural resources
- Conservation of habitats
Public Policy & Education Alumni Stories
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Ray Gurley
Published on May 18, 2021
As Director of Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) and Forest Policy at the Michigan Forest Products Council, I work to advocate for Michigan’s largest landowners and fiber sourcing mills in developing state forest policy.