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Welcome from the Department Head Jennifer Boyd<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to the Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology at Colorado State University! I am honored to represent our impactful legacy and to support the amazing work of our faculty, staff, and students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology is an exciting field that unites scientific curiosity with passion for the natural world. From local to global levels, we tackle the complex challenge of managing and conserving our planet\u2019s diverse fish and wildlife resources through research, education, and outreach.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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A complete education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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FWCB is the only program in Colorado to offer comprehensive undergraduate and graduate degrees in fish and wildlife management and conservation.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Here in FWCB, we support a growing community of more than 600 undergraduates, 100 graduate students, and 2,500 alumni engaged in fish and wildlife stewardship within the state and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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From Classroom
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Our graduates apply rigorous training, hands-on experience, and professional networks built in FWCB to pursue impactful careers across conservation science, natural resource management, policy, and education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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