Our Students
MSU Forestry students discover their role in sustaining forests and the ecosystem services they provide, including conservation of biodiversity, wood, clean water and global climate stabilization. Students learn to be leaders through multi-disciplinary coursework, field studies, cutting edge technology and mentorship from respected faculty in one of the longest-standing Forestry programs in the United States.
For more details, please visit our prospective student frequently asked questions (FAQ).
Forestry Advisor
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Justin Kunkle
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies & Academic Advisor
kunkleju@msu.edu
517-355-0091
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What Current Forestry Students are Saying
Published on October 12, 2020
We recently sat down with 4 current Forestry students to get their thoughts on the program.
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MSU Department of Forestry
Published on October 11, 2020
MSU Forestry students discover their role in sustaining forests and the ecosystem services they provide, including conservation of biodiversity, wood, clean water and global climate stabilization. Students learn to be leaders through multi-disciplinary coursework, field studies, cutting edge technology and mentorship from respected faculty in one of the longest-standing Forestry programs in the United States.
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Forestry Minors
Published on October 11, 2020
MSU Forestry offers 4 minors for both forestry and non-forestry majors. We offer Forestry, Urban and Community Forestry, Forestry Field Applications and we have a new minor in Sustainable Bioproducts Science and Technology.
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MSU Forestry - FOR 412 - Spring 2020
Published on October 11, 2020
Students in FOR 412 spent a weekend learning about wildland fires with professionals from the United States Forest Service and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
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MSU Department of Forestry Study Away
Published on October 11, 2020
Where will forestry take YOU? The Department of Forestry has many great opportunities for students to learn hands on skills and network with industry professionals.
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MSU Forestry FOR 491 Natural Resources Field Skills
Published on October 11, 2020
Check out the new FOR 491 class on Natural Resources and Field Skills! It is lead by Randy Klevickas and Justin Kunkle and teaches students how to operate heavy equipment, use chainsaws and practice first aid skills for only 1 credit.
Forestry Undergrad Student Spotlight
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Andy Deleruyelle – Forestry Undergraduate Student Spotlight
Published on February 23, 2021
Andy Deleruyelle shares his experience in forestry and environmental engineering -
Forestry Student Spotlight Derrick Wade
Published on January 5, 2021
Undergraduate student Derrick Wade finds his footing in forestry with geographic information systems -
Forestry Undergraduate Student Spotlight Gillian Chirillo
Published on October 8, 2020
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Forestry Student Spotlight Elle Brandt
Published on August 10, 2020
Elle Brandt of Portage, MI is featured in the Undergraduate Student Spotlight. -
Forestry Student Spotlight Ryan Beechnau
Published on August 1, 2020
Forestry student, Ryan Beechnau of Dewitt, MI, speaks about his early experiences in forestry including his work in the W.K. Kellogg Research Forest. -
Forestry Student Spotlight Thaddeus Swart
Published on May 1, 2020
Undergraduate student Thaddeus Swart is featured in the spotlight as he shares many insights including his experience from working in Isle Royale National Park. -
Forestry Student Spotlight Jared Shaffer
Published on March 1, 2020
Jared Shaffer earns the undergraduate student spotlight as a Wildland Firefighter in Oregon and Alaska.