Natural Resources Conservation 597Q - ST- Envir Leadership/Practice

This course is designed for students to practice leadership skills needed while working in the natural resources conservation or environmental science profession. The purpose of this course is to integrate the social science, natural science, and communication skills obtained through coursework with social dynamics, conflict resolution, active listening, leading and implementing change and other leadership skills while working with diverse project teams on large complex environmental management projects/issues. In addition to gaining a foundation in theory, you will hear and engage in honest dialogue with nonprofit, local, state and federal leaders in conservation about their learning moments and what you can learn as an emerging environmental leader.

Open to seniors and graduate students.