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innovative degree programs The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) undergraduate and graduate programs prepare students of all ages and backgrounds to become leaders in the sustainable management, utilization, and stewardship of natural resources. Kami Grochowski real-world learning Our students have many opportunities to engage in the world around them. From local experiences to studying abroad, within the lab or in the field, our graduates are well equipped to succeed in life and their careers. Problem-solving Research Our research is advancing sustainable solutions to many of the grand challenges facing our society and the environment. Empowering Extension & Outreach Our extension faculty and outreach staff share the latest science-based information available to help Alabamians of all ages learn about and make decisions regarding the management of natural resources.

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Accompanied by Janaki Alavalapati and Adam Maggard, the FEWL Academy explores the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol.

Auburn’s FEWL Academy gains experiential learning in the nation’s capital

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Accompanied by Janaki Alavalapati and Adam Maggard, the FEWL Academy explores the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol. Auburn University’s Forests, Environment and Wildlife Leadership (FEWL) Academy recently acquired firsthand experience…
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Chen Ding and Hao Chen in a greenhouse at Auburn University observing the genetically modified poplar varieties.

CFWE faculty awarded USDA NIFA grant to research sustainable agroforestry

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Chen Ding (left) and Hao Chen (right) observe their genetically modified poplar varieties. A team of faculty at the Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) are pursuing…
camera crew shoots footage of researchers using drone

Protecting forests from devastating disease

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A team of Auburn University researchers was front and center on an international stage this past June. Attendees at the International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO) World Congress in…
Chris Lepczyk and Jean Fantle-Lepczyk mount a game camera to a tree.

CFWE pandemic research reveals collaborative impacts

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Jean Fantle-Lepczyk (left) and Chris Lepczyk (right) mount a game camera to a tree for wildlife research. Researchers at the Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) say…
Heather Alexander and her students walk through a fire-maintained forest.

Auburn professor awarded USFS grant for southeastern forest carbon research

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Heather Alexander (center) and her students walk through a fire-maintained forest. An Auburn University researcher in the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) has received a U.S. Forest Service…

Our Research is Creating a Sustainable Future for Society

150
faculty members, research professionals and graduate students engaged in research
6,000
acres of field lab and state-the-art facilities
9
research centers
11
millions of dollars in extramural research funding

Real-world Learning

Our “out-of-the-classroom” experiential activities prepare students to apply invaluable hands-on learning experiences to real-world scenarios, giving them the potential to achieve greater success in their education and careers.

Participate in skills training and other leadership development programs such as the college’s Forest, Environment, and Wildlife Leadership (FEWL) Academy to increase your professional skills and potential for career advancement.
Join a service club, academic society, or student organization such as Student Ambassadors or Society for Natural Resources to develop a civic mindset, learn new skills, and build connections among your peer group and industry.
Drawing from nine research centers, our expert faculty will provide you with many exciting opportunities to gain valuable skills and experience conducting, analyzing, and evaluating research within any number of natural resource-focused topics.
Volunteering to assist with a program, event, or to lead a campus tour is an excellent way for you to gain hands-on learning experience, build your resume with valuable job skills, and engage with your community.
Attending or volunteering at school-sponsored activities will help you create a network of support within the CFWE family that will enable you to enjoy a more enriching college experience and achieve greater academic success.
Whether studying wildlife management in the African savannas or sustainable forestry practices in South America, you can choose from a wide-range of study abroad experiences that will expand your world-view and enhance your academic learning.

Empowering Extension & Outreach

Our mission is to improve the social, economic, and environmental well-being of Alabama’s citizens through the production of science-based information, materials and programs that help foster the sustainable use of our natural resources.

The CFWE and its partners utilize the College’s state-of-the-art facilities and nearly 6,000 acres of outdoor classrooms to provide natural resource education for youth, students, citizens, and leaders through science-based programs, workshops, and field training.
Forest, Wildlife, and Natural Resources Extension specialists and regional agents are experts in their field. Visit the FWNR Extension blog to learn more about related topics and issues impacting Alabama’s citizens and the management of its natural resources.
Our faculty extension specialists and regional agents conduct workshops, seminars, and programs virtually and in-person throughout the state. Visit the Alabama Extension calendar to discover what’s happening near you.
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