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Students holding and examining a snake in EENR vertebrate zoology class

Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources Program

About Us

The mission of the Undergraduate Program of DEENR is to integrate academics, research, and outreach in the areas of ecology, evolution, and natural resources. We cultivate a fundamental understanding of the biological principles that regulate living systems, and develop proficiencies in field and laboratory techniques. Our program puts high value of the development of quantitative and critical thinking skills, and we encourage independent intellectual growth, including a required Senior Capstone (11:216:499) experience. Overall, we provide students with a first-rate education that will serve as a solid foundation for all employment and graduate school opportunities in our discipline.

Students majoring in Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources (EENR) select one of the following track options:

  • EENR General Option
  • EENR Urban Forestry Option
  • EENR Natural Resources and Ecosystem Management Option

Minor: Minor in EENR, Minor in Environmental Geomatics

Certificates: Certificate in Environmental Geomatics, Certificate in Evolutionary Medicine

 

Explore the Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources Undergraduate Program

Enrich Your Academic Experience and Personal Growth

Study in a geographically exciting setting:

  • New Jersey's exceptionally wide array of marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems
  • Proximity to Major Cities
  • Transportation Connectivity
  • Student and Community Engagement

Study Animal Behavior

Conduct field trips, track and observe animals in their natural habitats, collect data on their movements, feeding patterns, and reproduction.

Take Advantage of Graduating From a Society of American Foresters Accredited Track Option: "Urban Forestry" or "Natural Resources and Ecosystem Management"

Student in the floriculture greenhouse

Explore Our Cutting-Edge Resources and Facilities

Students Organizing Plant Specimen in the Chrysler Herbarium

Megan King in the Chrisler Herbarium