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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Center for PFAS Research Faculty Spotlight: Mark Axelrod
Published on June 2, 2021
Dr. Mark Axelrod's research focuses on environmental governance and law, including exploration of how policy makers respond to scientific uncertainty. -
Sand’s urban role demands key part on sustainability stage
Published on May 21, 2021
Four years after unveiling a looming sand crisis, scientists focus on sand's sustainability implications and propose solutions to reduce impacts. -
CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI
Published on May 11, 2021
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources recognizes diversity, equity and inclusion efforts by departments and units during the 2019-2020 academic year through a new badge ranking. -
CANR distributes teaching awards to excellent faculty members, grad student
Published on May 6, 2021
The 2020-2021 teaching awards highlight excellence across the college, especially during a challenging academic year of remote learning and the COVID-19 pandemic. -
MSU grad talks to the Class of 2021 about the importance of relationships
Published on May 4, 2021
CANR Outstanding Student Leadership nominee, Jessica Diaz, offers thoughts on how our communities support us and encourage our successes.
Featured In the News
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Shifting The Sand Business To Greener Practices
Published on May 28, 2021 by NPR Science Friday
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Climate change: A scientist's perspective on the value of renewable natural gas
Published on April 24, 2021 by Lansing State Journal
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Frank elected to National Academy of Education
Published on March 12, 2021 by MSU College of Education
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MSU's Institute of Water Research chosen for economic study of groundwater contamination management
Published on March 3, 2021 by Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy
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MSU researchers receive $1 million grant to make livestock farming network
Published on March 2, 2021 by WLNS
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For Shielding Endangered Neighbors, Pandas Make Flimsy Umbrellas
Published on February 25, 2021 by New York Times
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Intense storms from climate change harming Michigan streams and rivers
Published on February 23, 2021 by Great Lakes Now | Michigan Radio
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Lizards may be protecting people from Lyme disease in the southeastern United States
Published on February 5, 2021 by Science Magazine
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The animals that ticks bite in the U.S. South can impact Lyme disease spread
Published on February 5, 2021 by Science News
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Scientists call for global policymakers to treat “fish as food” to help solve world hunger
Published on January 19, 2021 by Environmental Defense Fund
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Events
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Jun 16
Evaluating Current and Future Sea Lamprey Barrier Effectiveness in the Great Lakes Presented by: Connor M. Buckley
June 16, 2021 1:00PM – 2:00PM Virtual