Reasons and Reservations for Enrolling in Forestry Degree Programs: A Survey of Undergraduate Students Terry L. Sharik and Stacey Frisk Department of Environment.

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Reasons and Reservations for Enrolling in Forestry Degree Programs: A Survey of Undergraduate Students Terry L. Sharik and Stacey Frisk Department of Environment and Society College of Natural Resources Utah State University Logan, UT Seventh Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources March 14, 2008

Relativized* Undergraduate Enrollments in Natural Resources by Region, for NAUFRP Institutions, * Values are relative to the highest reported enrollment in each respective region.

Undergraduate Enrollments in Forestry Dropping Sharply since mid-90’s: A Concern

Potential Reasons for Declining Enrollment Considerable uncertainty in the existence of jobs in natural resources. Relatively low salaries compared to other professions. Increasing disconnect between society, particularly young people, and natural resources (with increased urbanization). Tendency for minorities to gravitate toward programs that are perceived as addressing issues affecting their communities. Rigid, narrow curricula. Science “phobia” by students.

Relatively long period of time beyond a bachelor’s degree to obtain a terminal professional degree compared to other fields such as business, law, and the health professions. Increase in similar degree programs outside formal colleges of natural resources. Negative perceptions of natural resource management. Lack of intellectual leadership and charisma nationally in natural resource issues. Lack of marketing/communications/education Fewer students matriculating in colleges and universities. Potential Reasons for Declining Enrollment

Survey Methods Undergraduate Leaders in Forestry and Related Natural Resource Programs were surveyed for: Demographics Reasons and reservations about choosing to matriculate in Forestry/NR 2004: SAF Convention, Edmonton N= : SAF Convention, Portland N=121

Demographics

Student Backgrounds

“List the factors that lead to your decision to major in forestry or a related NR program”

Working Environment

Positive Influences

“What factors caused you to be hesitant about majoring in forestry or a related NR program?”

Career Challenges

Academic Concerns

Social Concerns

Increase High School Exposure: Science & Math Forestry Undergraduate Programs Career Possibilities Enhanced skills in managing contentious/political issues Greater sensitivity to gender concerns Re-Branding of Forestry Evaluate Salaries And Remember… Love of Nature is the greatest attraction! Suggestions

Future Research Comprehensive National Survey of Undergraduate Students: Within Natural Resources Beyond Natural Resources

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