The Natural Resources Learning Community emphasizes various aspects of natural resource conservation and utilization: fisheries; wildlife; forestry; parks, recreation & tourism; atmospheric sciences and soil science. Students interested in working in a natural resource, conservation or environmental field find opportunities for career exploration within this community.

Unique Community Features

• Located directly across the street from the Natural Resources Building
• “Dinner with a Doctor” discussion series hosted by faculty members
• Nature hikes and field trips to local and regional points of interest (e.g., Powell Gardens, Largest Burr Oak in Missouri, Mark Twain National Forest, etc.)
• Annual Open House
• Natural Resources Spotlight
• Active RecSports teams

Community Goals

Residents in the Natural Resources learning community share a common interest in the outdoors and preserving the natural envitonment. Students in this community:

• Interact with students who share common interests
• Access guided exploration of career options in natural resources
• Build professional relationships with faculty members and other professionals in the field
• Establish lasting friendships with fellow community members

Freshman Interest Groups (FIGs)

The Natural Resources Learning Community also houses freshman interest groups (FIGs) that relate to its overall goals and objectives. Two of the FIGs that have been part of this Learning Community are Natural Resources and Storm Chasers.

Please note: The nature and availability of specific figs may change in order to adapt to the needs of both the Learning Community and participating students.

For more information about FIG opportunities, visit reslife.missouri.edu/figs/.

Location

Gillett Hall

Links

College of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
School of Natural Resources

Updated February 24, 2005
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