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Robin L. Welcomme Fellow for the Promotion of Responsible Inland Fisheries

Published on March 20, 2018
MSU is pleased to announce the creation of the Robin L. Welcomme Fellow for the Promotion of Responsible Inland Fisheries. This position is designed for senior professionals who are interested in mentoring students and early professionals.
Shawn Riley's research on hunting perceptions featured in new publication and SciPod

Published on March 19, 2018
Professor Shawn Riley was featured alongside colleague Göran Ericsson of Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences in a recent publication and SciPod entitled "In pursuit of wild game: Investigating people's perceptions of hunting".
Fisheries and Wildlife online courses available this summer

Published on March 8, 2018
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife is pleased to announce four online course offerings this summer, including Great Lakes Biology & Management, Introduction to Lakes, Fisheries and Wildlife Ecology & Management, and Recreational Fishing.
2018 Spotlight Magazine now available

Published on February 26, 2018
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife GSO Spotlight Committee is pleased to announce that the latest issue of Spotlight is now available. Please share widely with colleagues and friends!
Preserving hardwood diversity through new management

Published on February 22, 2018
MSU researchers are working to preserve hardwood diversity, which protects the forest ecosystem from threats such as pathogens and insect predation.
Special Projects Outreach Specialist Position

Published on February 15, 2018
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University is seeking a Fixed-term Special Projects Outreach Specialist for Michigan Sea Grant.
Faculty Position in Temperate Zone Fish Health and Disease

Published on February 13, 2018
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Temperate Zone Fish Health and Disease.
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Global Inland Fisheries Ecology and Governance

Published on February 8, 2018
The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor in Global Inland Fisheries Ecology and Governance.
Dr. Frank Lupi receives William J. Beal Outstanding Faculty Award

Published on February 6, 2018
Dr. Frank Lupi, Professor in the Departments of Fisheries and Wildlife and Agriculture, Food and Resource Economics, was honored for his research-based policy analysis, excellent instruction and mentoring and leadership in academic governance.
Dr. Lois Wolfson receives MSU Distinguished Academic Staff Award

Published on February 6, 2018
Dr. Lois Wolfson, Senior Specialist in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, was honored for her exemplary record of outreach, teaching, research and service and unwavering commitment to the management, protection and preservation of Michigan's waters.
Aya Pickett receives North Central Section of The Wildlife Society's Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award

Published on January 31, 2018
Ms. Aya Pickett, a senior Fisheries and Wildlife major at Michigan State University, was recognized for her participation in undergraduate research and her commitment to The Wildlife Society student chapter at MSU.
“Fish Guts” makes a splash on the big screen

Published on January 30, 2018
An informational video about the Huron-Michigan Diet Study was recently screened at the Thunder Bay Marine Sanctuary International Film Festival.
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Aquatic Animal Health

Published on January 23, 2018
The Departments of Pathobiology and Diagnostic Investigation and Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University invite applications for an Assistant/ Associate Professor in Aquatic Animal Health.
Dr. Julie Viollaz joins Global Wildlife Conservation

Published on January 17, 2018
Dr. Julie Viollaz, a postdoctoral research associate in Dr. Meredith Gore's lab at Michigan State University, was recently appointed as an Associate Conservation Scientist at Global Wildlife Conservation.
Aquatic Invaders: Defending the Great Lakes from invasive species

Published on January 11, 2018
To protect the Great Lakes, MSU scientists are learning more about invasive species and how to control their often-devastating impacts.