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Learn More About Our 75 Years of Education and Research in Forestry and Wildlife Sciences woman working on a laptop Learn More About Auburn's Forestry major Careers: Degrees: Forester
Forest Engineer
Forest Manager
Forest Investor
Extension Professional
B.S. Professional Forestry
B.S. Forest Engineering
M.S., Ph.D.
Master of Natural Resources (MNR, Non-thesis)
Ph.D. Applied Economics
Our degrees prepare students for in-demand
careers focused on the sustainable management
and cultivation of diverse forest resources for the
benefit of society, industry and private land owners.

Forestry

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This degree prepares students for a variety of
exciting careers that rely upon global and
geospatial technologies to make informed
decisions that impact development, operations
and management.
Careers: Learn More About Auburn's Geospatial and Environmental Informatics major Degrees: GPS/GIS Field Technician
Data and Information Specialist
Geospatial Analyst
Ecosystem Modeler
Land Use and Resource Planner
B.S. Geospatial and
Environmental Informatics

Geospatial and
Environmental Informatics

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Students pursuing this degree develop an
interdisciplinary understanding of social, economic,
and ecosystem sciences that prepares them to
manage and solve critical issues impacting our
natural resources and society.
Careers: Learn More About Auburn's Natural Resource Management major and minors Degrees: Conservation Biologist
Environmental Consultant
Land Trust Manager
Natural Resource Educator
Recreation Director
Park Ranger
Eco-Tourism Operator
Watershed Scientist
B.S., M.S., and
Master of Natural Resources (Non-thesis)
Minors:
- Natural Resources Ecology
- Nature-based Recreation
- Urban Environmental Sciences
- Watershed Sciences

Natural Resources
Management

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Our graduates serve the emerging industries of
sustainable biomaterial energy production,
packaging, construction, and nanocellulose-based
product development.
Careers: Learn More About Auburn's Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging major Degrees: Biomaterials Scientist
Packaging Manufacturer
Operations &
Logistics Manager
Product Developer
Research
B.S. Sustainable Biomaterials & Packaging

Sustainable Biomaterials
and Packaging

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Our degree programs prepare students for diverse
careers that impact the well-being and coexistence
of human and wildlife populations in the fields of
wildlife ecology, management, conservation
and veterinary medicine.
Careers: Learn More About Auburn's Wildlife Sciences majors Degrees: Wildlife Biologist
Conservation Officer
Game Warden
Extension Professional
Veterinarian
B.S. Wildlife Ecology & Management
B.S. Wildlife Enterprise Management
B.S. Wildlife Pre-vet
M.S., Ph.D. Wildlife Sciences

Wildlife Sciences

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Online Graduate
Programs

Online graduate programs provide a convenient
and affordable learning platform for working
professionals to effectively balance continuing
education and graduate-level studies with work,
family life, and other responsibilities.

Online graduate programs now offered:

- Forest Finance & Investment Certificate
- One-Health Certificate
- Restoration Ecology Certificate
- Master of Natural Resources Degree
Learn More About Auburn's Online Graduate Degrees and Certificates woman working on a laptop

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Forestry,
Wildlife,
and Natural Resources

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January 12, 2026 in CFWE News, Development, Faculty News

Cristan awarded Regions Bank endowed professorship

Richard Cristan Richard Cristan has been awarded the Regions Bank Endowed Professorship in Forest Operations. An associate professor of forest operations in the Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) and Alabama Extension specialist in forest operations and timber harvesting, Cristan is recognized statewide…
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January 12, 2026 in Alumni News, CFWE News, Development, Philanthropy in Action

Katherine Owen Sechrist endowed scholarship supports future natural resource leaders

Katherine Owen Sechrist The Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) is proud to announce the establishment of the Katherine Owen Sechrist Endowed Scholarship for Academic Excellence. Created…
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December 17, 2025 in CFWE News, Featured Stories, Research News

Auburn, Stanford researchers lead breakthrough study revealing global hydrogen economy must reduce leakage, methane emission for long-term adoption, sustainability

Researchers at Stanford University test the Aerodyne Tildas hydrogen analyzer, the world's first commercialized H2 analyzer, used in the lab to measure atmospheric hydrogen concentrations. (Photo credit: Rob Jackson, Stanford…
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Recent News

January 12, 2026 in CFWE News, Development, Faculty News

Cristan awarded Regions Bank endowed professorship

Richard Cristan Richard Cristan has been awarded the Regions Bank Endowed Professorship in Forest Operations. An associate professor of forest operations in the Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) and Alabama Extension specialist in forest operations and timber harvesting, Cristan is recognized statewide…
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January 12, 2026 in Alumni News, CFWE News, Development, Philanthropy in Action

Katherine Owen Sechrist endowed scholarship supports future natural resource leaders

Katherine Owen Sechrist The Auburn University College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment (CFWE) is proud to announce the establishment of the Katherine Owen Sechrist Endowed Scholarship for Academic Excellence. Created…
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December 17, 2025 in CFWE News, Featured Stories, Research News

Auburn, Stanford researchers lead breakthrough study revealing global hydrogen economy must reduce leakage, methane emission for long-term adoption, sustainability

Researchers at Stanford University test the Aerodyne Tildas hydrogen analyzer, the world's first commercialized H2 analyzer, used in the lab to measure atmospheric hydrogen concentrations. (Photo credit: Rob Jackson, Stanford…
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