College of Natural Resources Forestry
Build a Career in the Great Outdoors through Forestry at UW-Stevens Point
If you love the woods and are interested in sustainable management, you will feel at home in the forestry discipline at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Our program prepares you for diverse careers, from managing urban forests and parks in bustling cities to restoring ecosystems and overseeing vast rural woodlands. Whether you’re passionate about urban green spaces or the expansive wilderness, our specialized majors and hands-on experience ensure you are ready to make a positive impact in both urban and rural environments.
Why Choose Forestry at UW-Stevens Point?
Choose a forestry degree at UW-Stevens Point to gain hands-on experience in sustainable forest management, access state-of-the-art facilities, and learn from experienced faculty dedicated to your success. Accredited by the Society of American Foresters, our interdisciplinary program ensures every student becomes a skilled forester first, with summer fieldwork essential for career readiness. Our graduates excel in diverse roles, from timber sales and urban forestry to habitat management and ecosystem restoration, preparing you for a rewarding and impactful career.
Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
Our forestry program offers degrees tailored to your career goals.
Empower Your Success
Discover endless opportunities with our Student Resources! The CNR Student Success Center offers academic advising and career support to help you excel. Explore scholarships to ease financial stress and join student organizations to build skills, network, and create lasting connections. Empower your success today!
Student Success Center
The CNR Student Success Center is here to support you throughout your academic journey. From navigating coursework to planning your career, they provide the resources and guidance you need to succeed.
Scholarships
Over $350,000 in CNR scholarships is awarded annually, with even more available university-wide. A single, simple application makes it easy to apply.
Student Organizations
Enhance your knowledge and skills beyond the classroom by joining one of our student organizations.
Meet your Faculty and Staff
Our faculty members within the Forestry discipline bring a wide array of knowledge and experience to our indoor and outdoor classrooms at UW-Stevens Point.
Laura Anderson McIntyre
College of Natural Resources, Forestry
715-346-4182
Michael Demchik
College of Natural Resources, Forestry
715-346-3214
Paul Doruska
College of Natural Resources, Forestry
715-346-3988
Holly Petrillo
College of Natural Resources, Forestry
715-346-4230
Michael Tiller
- Assistant Professor in Forest Ecology
College of Natural Resources, Forestry
715-346-2153
Melinda Vokoun
- Associate Professor of Forestry
- Coordinator of Forestry Discipline
College of Natural Resources, Forestry
715-346-2342
SAF Accreditation
The educational programs in forest management, forest recreation, ecosystem restoration, and management and urban and community forestry leading to a Bachelor of Science professional degree in forestry are accredited by the Society of American Foresters (SAF). The forestry program is built on “The mission of the UW-Stevens Point Forestry Program is to provide interdisciplinary, application-based educational programs that develop ethical, employable forestry professionals with the expertise to manage resources sustainably” to best develop and train students today for the future.