College of Natural Resources Wildlife
Unlock Your Potential with a Degree in Wildlife Ecology and Management
At the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, the Wildlife Ecology and Management program offers exciting opportunities to build a career in wildlife conservation. Whether you’re interested in habitat restoration, wildlife rehabilitation, or managing endangered species, our program provides the training you need to make a difference. You’ll gain valuable skills to help protect wildlife, enhance habitats, and manage conservation efforts. Graduates of this program are prepared for diverse roles, including Wildlife Refuge Manager, Habitat Manager, Waterfowl Biologist, and Conservation Biologist. Start your journey today and help preserve our natural world for future generations!
Why Choose Wildlife Ecology at UW-Stevens Point?
The Wildlife Ecology and Management program at UW-Stevens Point prepares you for a rewarding career in conservation. With diverse career opportunities in federal, state, and private sectors, you can work as a Wildlife Refuge Manager, Habitat Manager, Conservation Biologist, or in other impactful roles.
Through hands-on learning, you’ll gain expertise in areas like habitat restoration, wildlife rehabilitation, and migratory bird management. Our program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to make a significant impact on wildlife conservation and the management of natural resources. Choose UW-Stevens Point to start your path to a fulfilling career in wildlife ecology.
Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
Our wildlife ecology and management program offer 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 Wildlife discipline bring a wide array of knowledge and experience to our indoor and outdoor classrooms at UW-Stevens Point.
Shelli Dubay
- Professor of Wildlife
- Gerald and Helen Stephens Endowed Professor
- Faculty Adviser for the Wildlife Society Gray and Flying Squirrel Projects
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715-346-4178
Marie Perkins
- Assistant Professor
- Wildlife
- College of Natural Resources
College of Natural Resources, Wildlife
715-346-2755
Jason Riddle
- Douglas R. Stephens Chair in Wildlife and Extension Wildlife Specialist
- Wisconsin Center for Wildlife
College of Natural Resources, Outreach and Extension, Wildlife, Wisconsin Center for Wildlife
715-346-3224
Cady Sartini
- Associate Professor and Principal Investigator for the Wisconsin Black Bear Project
College of Natural Resources, Wildlife, Wisconsin Center for Wildlife
715-346-4546
Benjamin Sedinger
- Kennedy-Grohne Chair in Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation
- Assistant Professor of Wildlife
College of Natural Resources, Outreach and Extension, Wildlife, Wisconsin Center for Wildlife
715-346-2529
Christopher Yahnke
- Professor of Wildlife
- Coordinator of Wildlife Discipline
- Curator of Birds and Mammals, UW-Stevens Point Museum of Natural History
- College of Natural Resources
College of Natural Resources, Wildlife
715-346-2455