Wildlife

The Wildlife Major prepares students for professional careers in wildlife research, management and education. Students apply biological, ecological, economic and social knowledge to develop and administer wildlife management plans.

In Purdue Forestry and Natural Resources, students benefit greatly from hands-on learning in and out of the classroom. You will be a part of transformative experiences with opportunities for conference attendance, involvement with student organizations, access to intern positions and participation in a five-week immersive Summer Practicum.

The Wildlife Society logo.The wildlife major meets all requirements for students to apply for The Wildlife Society (TWS) certification as Associate Wildlife Biologist following graduation.

Bachelor of Science in Wildlife & Minor

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Wildlife Careers

Explore Diverse Wildlife Careers: Your Path to Conservation and Beyond at Purdue FNR!

  • Wildlife Biologist​, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics share what role wildlife biologists have.
  • Wildlife Technician, Environmental Science gives description for a wildlife technician.
  • Wildlife Policy Analyst, Environmental Science has description for environmental policy analyst position.
  • GIS Specialist, U.S. bureau of Labor Statistics shares publication titled "The geospatial distribution of employment: a new visual asset (pdf).

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New Faculty, Staff Members Join FNR

The Purdue Department of Forestry and Natural Resources has added a number of new faces to its...

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Tam Tran holds a snake; Tam holds a goose; Tam holds a fish.
FNR Field Report: Tam Tran

Tam Tran, a senior majoring in wildlife and minoring in aquatic sciences, spent the summer as a...

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Dr. Jacob Goheen with former students Simon and Ali in 2007
Jacob Goheen Named 2024 FNR Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient

Dr. Jacob Goheen, who received his master’s degree from Purdue in 2002, has contributed to...

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Jackson Schwartz with extension specialist Jarred Brooke and another student at a prescribed burn.
FNR Field Report: Jackson Schwartz

Jackson Schwartz, who completed his bachelor’s degree in wildlife in May, spent the summer...

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Dr. Ken Kellner at a computer; Kellner teaching; Kellner at Denali National Park.
Dr. Ken Kellner Named Outstanding Young Alumni Award Recipient

Dr. Ken Kellner, who earned his master’s degree (2012) and PhD (2015) from Purdue and...

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Dr. Joe Robb releases ducks with his son Jason; Dr. Joe Robb on a prescribed fire scene; Dr. Joe Robb holds a hognose snake.
Dr. Joe Robb Earns Chase S. Osborn Award in Wildlife Conservation

Dr. Joe Robb, who has spent the last 26 years serving the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at the...

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