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• Hometown: Spokane, WA
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Wildlife Resources

The best parts of the College of Natural Resources are the staff, faculty, and amazing field work and hands-on opportunities. Some of my most memorable experiences at U of I have been studying abroad, football games and participating in pygmy rabbit research.

• Hometown: Little Rock, AR
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Wildlife Resources, Fishery Resources, minor in Spanish

I chose the University of Idaho because it came up in the top when I searched for wildlife programs. I loved the community of the College of Natural Resources and thought the campus was beautiful and the perfect size!

• Hometown: West Linn, OR
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Ecology and Conservation Biology, Spanish

I chose the University of Idaho because it was the perfect distance from home, campus seemed friendly and welcoming, and they let me take classes about fish here! So perfect! One memorable experience that stands out is the NR 101 trip to the McCall Field Campus freshman year—the lake and campus were beautiful, and it was such a fun hands-on experience.

• Hometown: Roy, WA
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Forestry, minor in Wildlife Resources

The best part of the College of Natural Resources is the community and how everyone looks out for each other.

• Hometown: Idaho City, ID
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Environmental Science, minor in Geography

I chose the University of Idaho because I knew I wanted to pursue a degree in natural resources and U of I’s College of Natural Resources is superb!

• Hometown: The Dalles, Oregon
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Fire Ecology and Management

I chose the University of Idaho after attending another institution for a year and deciding I needed a change. I had fought fire for the state of Oregon for a summer and decided I wanted to make that my career. I did some research and found the University of Idaho’s fire ecology and management program and saw how many hands-on experiences were offered, and I knew I could not pass up the opportunity to attend.

• Hometown: Bremerton, WA
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Environmental Science

I chose the University of Idaho because I wanted to go out-of-state (and they accepted all of my AP credits)! The best part of the College of Natural Resources is the friendly attitude of faculty and students.

• Hometown: Dana Point, CA
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Wildlife Resources, Rangeland Conservation

I chose the U of I to experience a new environment in a school with pride and a small-town feel. I instantly fell in love with the campus and its opportunities. I think the best part of the College of Natural Resources is the community of people. Not just the students, but the faculty and staff are always welcoming.

• Hometown: West Richland, WA
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Fire Ecology and Management, minor in Forestry, certificate in Remote Sensing

I chose the University of Idaho because they have an outstanding fire program and easy access to the outdoors. Faculty and staff were very willing to reach out and help me. The best part of the College of Natural Resources is the experience you gain in your field before you graduate.

• Hometown: Twin Falls, ID
• Major(s)/ Minor(s): Forestry, minor in Forest Operations

I chose U of I for the quality of programs in CNR, especially at the price point. I love the forestry program here. I love being able to go out to the Experimental Forest and have real, hands-on experiences. And the community is so encouraging and welcoming.