
The Department of Wildlife and Natural Resources is home to a vibrant and growing community of researchers dedicated to advancing knowledge of the living world. Their work explores the connections between organisms, their environments, and the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of our planet. With a commitment to discovery, innovation, and conservation, our faculty leads research that deepens understanding and informs solutions for a sustainable future.
Explore the profiles below to learn more about our faculty members, their areas of expertise, and the research they are leading.
Hennen Cummings, Ph.D.
Aquaponics
Lisandro Entio, Ph.D.
Soil Science
Hemanta Kafley, Ph.D.
Spatial Ecology, Carnivore Conservation, & Biodiversity Management
Heather Mathewson, Ph.D.
Wildlife Ecology & Conservation
Adam Mitchell, Ph.D.
Entomology
James Muir, Ph.D.
Grassland Ecology
Darrel Murray, Ph.D.
Plant Ecology
Crissa Nugen, Ed.D.
Horticulture
T. Wayne Schwertner, Ph.D.
Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Biology








