The Dual Option in Environmental and Forest Biology and Forest Resources Management is designed to prepare undergraduate students for professional careers or graduate study in forest biology, forest resource management and other disciplines that address environmental problems in forest and urban ecosystems. It enables students to meet the challenge of developing alternative solutions to complex problems that require a multidisciplinary approach characteristic of contemporary resources management and environmental science. The program provides the basic science, ecology and management skills necessary to effectively manage, protect and sustain forest and urban resources. A graduate of the Dual Option will have qualifications that meet or exceed the minimum requirements established by the Society of American Foresters or those required for employment as a forester with the Federal Government and most state agencies. The graduate also will be qualified for employment as a forest biologist.
Dual majors have a sound foundation in both forest biology and forest management.
Many employers now perceive a need for people who not only can solve managerial problems, but also understand the biological and ecological components of forested systems. This program gives the graduate a unique niche in the job market.