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Conservation and Society Minor

Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources

Find your
people and wildlands
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Conservation starts with people

Addressing today’s environmental challenges requires understanding the people and communities connected to the natural world. Students and faculty combine social science, leadership, and real-world experiences to advance conservation, strengthen communities, and improve the management of natural resources.

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    Research impacts

    From biodiversity conservation to outdoor recreation and natural resource management, explore how our research helps shape decisions that benefit people and the natural world.

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    Extension and outreach

    Through community engagement and collaborative partnerships, we connect people with the knowledge and tools to strengthen conservation efforts and improve natural resource management.

Department highlights

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    Find Your Community

    Student organizations

    The HDNR Graduate Student Organization and Minoritized Genders in Natural Resources student organizations connect students with peers and faculty, and provide professional growth opportunities.

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    Supporting your journey

    Scholarships and fellowships

    Explore scholarships and fellowships that help undergraduate and graduate students fund their education, pursue their academic goals, and gain valuable experiences.

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    Hands-on experience

    Field classes

    Build practical skills in the Colorado outdoors while preparing for a career in conservation and natural resource management.

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