WELCOME to the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University. We strongly believe that natural resources and environment are vital to the future of humanity. The faculty, staff and students in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife strive to meet the global challenges that threaten the sustainability of Earth’s ecosystems. Through our renowned and distinguished education, research, and outreach programs, we empower students and stakeholders with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to safeguard our natural heritage and promote quality of life for all.
Who will make a difference for the rivers, the lakes, the land?
For the fish, the wildlife, the environment?
WE WILL!
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News
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New report says MSU researchers among most highly cited
Published on December 3, 2018
Seven Michigan State University researchers have been recognized in the Highly Cited Researchers List, an annual compilation of the global leaders in scientific influence by Clarivate Analytics.
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Science communicator honored by AAAS
Published on November 29, 2018
Sue Nichols becomes first Michigan science communicator to be elected a AAAS Fellow.
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Liu named among most highly cited in global list
Published on November 29, 2018
Jack Liu, Rachel Carson Chair in Sustainability, makes this year's list of Highly Cited Researchers - an acknowledgement of the power of cross-field research.
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Katelyn King is the recipient of the 2018 Harlo Mervyn Mork Excellence in Teaching Award
Published on October 11, 2018
Graduate student Katelyn King was selected for her positive student feedback and an outstanding nomination from a faculty mentor.
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Amazon rainforest conservation victories spill losses to neighbors
Published on October 4, 2018
New research suggests that protecting the Amazon rainforest from deforestation may just be shifting the damage to a less renowned neighbor. The unintended consequences are profound.
Featured In the News
South African Embassy Welcomes American Conservation Social Scientist in Hoedspruit
Published on October 9, 2018
How a Seafloor Blob Became Mexico’s ‘Black Gold’
Published on October 5, 2018
Joan Rose appointed by Gov. Rick Snyder to Environmental Science Advisory Board
Published on October 4, 2018
MSU researcher helps battle deadly deer disease
Published on September 24, 2018
How do you lure in sea lampreys? With the smell of baby sea lampreys, MSU research finds
Published on September 20, 2018
Faculty voice: Julie Viollaz: Conservation and Collegiality
Published on August 22, 2018
MSU students join Nature Conservancy's Board of Trustees
Published on August 22, 2018
MSU students bring boat wash station to Grand Traverse County
Published on August 17, 2018
Milliken Award Winner Joan Rose: Life saving water detective and public health visionary
Published on June 10, 2018
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Events
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Dec 10
PhD Defense Seminar - Madalitso Magombo
December 10, 2018 3:00PM - 4:00PM Natural Resources Building, Room 19
Madalitso Magombo, a PhD student advised by Scott Winterstein, will present her dissertation research entitled "The effects of climate change on fisheries in the southeast arm of Lake Malawi."
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Feb 22
Department of Fisheries and Wildlife GSO Symposium
February 22, 2019 MSU Union
Save the date for the 2019 Fisheries and Wildlife GSO Symposium at MSU. Our keynote speaker will be Dr. Barbara Knuth from Cornell University.