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A PLT/WILD workshop will be held at WSFNR in Rm. 1-304 on Saturday Nov.
4 from 9-5. The fee for the workshop is $40 to cover the materials. You
should bring your own lunch and be prepared to go outside.
(Published: Thu, 26 Oct 2006 14:17:50 +0000)
Dr. Sarah Covert, professor of forest biotechnology at UGA’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is one of the many scientists who participated in the Department of Energy Joint Genome Initiative (DOE JGI) analyzing the first complete DNA sequence (genome) of a tree. The report on this research project is the cover feature in the September 15, 2006 edition of the journal Science.
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The American Tree Farm System and the BASF Corporation have honored
Earl and Wanda Barrs, of Cochran, GA, with the Outstanding Achievements
in Sustainable Forestry Award. The award will be presented at ...
(Published: Wed, 18 Oct 2006 10:10:55 +0000)
Robert J. Warren, a veteran faculty member and noted researcher in the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, will serve as interim dean of the school beginning Dec. 1.
(Published: Wed, 18 Oct 2006 10:09:30 +0000)
The dean of the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, Richard Porterfield, announced today that he will retire effective Dec. 1.
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Following several months of public meetings and committee discussions, the Joint 'Future of Forestry' Study Committee has issued its final report.
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:47:00 +0000)
The UGA student chapter of The Wildlife Society totally dominated the Southeastern Wildlife Conclave this weekend at the University of Florida, winning 1st place overall among the 17 schools competing.
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:37:21 +0000)
Kris Irwin will offer a combined Project Learning Tree/Project WILD educator workshop for up 30 participants on Saturday, April 22 from 9am - 5pm at Flinchum’s.
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:35:31 +0000)
Dr. Bob Teskey and Mr. Bob Izlar, part of an article in Georgia Trend Magazine discussing the future of forestry and alternative fuels in georgia.
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:33:41 +0000)
Congratulations to all undergraduate and graduate students of the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources who successfully completed their studies, which are rigorous, and graduated Spring semester 2006.
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:30:10 +0000)
The Centennial History of Forestry in Georgia: A Pictorial Journey by Bob Izlar has been published and is now available for purchase.
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:28:10 +0000)
In February 2006, the Warnell School hired David Botelho as the new Student Relations and Outreach Coordinator. David received a Bachelor's degree in Geography and Anthropology from the University of Florida, but later wised up and came to UGA to ...
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 13:25:50 +0000)
A U.S. Department of Energy initiative to develop thirty percent of the nations energy supply from domestic biomass resources over the next thirty years has received a substantial boost from University of Georgia researchers. A study by scientists at the University’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources has confirmed that new methods can successfully harvest significant amounts of...
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 12:35:51 +0000)
The Envirothon is a hands-on, high school academic competition on the environment. There are two levels of competition, the regional competition, a one-day format, and the state competition, a 2-day format. Testing at both competitions involves visiting five stations, forestry, wildlife, soils, water, and cultural landscapes.
(Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2006 12:15:18 +0000)
Officials at the Wildlife Resources Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources estimate that more than four million acres of habitat must be enhanced across Georgia to achieve the goals of the Northern Bobwhite Conservation Initiative (NBCI) and reach the statewide recovery of 227,000 coveys (small flocks).
(Published: Tue, 27 Jun 2006 12:00:00 +0000)
Kris Irwin, Public Service Associate at the Warnell School, hosted 20 students from the “Steps to College-Athens” summer program for a tour of the School’s facilities.
(Published: Tue, 14 Mar 2006 15:05:47 +0000)
Fred C. Gragg, of Mobile, Alabama, has been named the 2004 Distinguished Alumnus in the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. The award, the School’s highest honor, recognizes outstanding service to the School, the University of Georgia and the forest resources profession.
(Published: Tue, 14 Mar 2006 13:44:57 +0000)
Pete Bettinger, associate professor of landscape planning and harvest scheduling in the University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, was named Professor of the Year by Xi Sigma Pi, the student honorary academic society.
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Each Fall Semester faculty in the Center for Forest Business organize and host the Forest Operations Study Tour course. This year the class visited a variety of forest businesses located in Georgia that are on the leading edge of some of the key structural changes taking place in our industry.
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Nina Wurzburger, Aaron MacNeil, and Luana Vargas are part of this year’s dynamic student body. Find out what makes these three so special.
(Published: Fri, 10 Dec 2004 12:15:26 +0000)
A 10-year agreement between International Paper Co. and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which includes 5.5 million acres of International Paper forest lands, is expected to improve freshwater ecosystems across the Southeast.
Project Learning Tree (PLT) and Project WILD workshop