Introduction
The minor in Environmental Communication develops communication skills so that resource managers can interpret technical information to the public. The courses in the minor provide practical experiences in writing, speaking and communications.

Why Study Environmental Communication at UWSP?
Program strengths include an integrated resource management curriculum, the intern program, field-oriented instruction, small upper-level class size, intensive academic advising, summer field camp and optional field study in Germany, Australia, Costa Rica and Africa.

High School Preparation
To prepare for a minor in Environmental Communication, high school students should focus on courses in biology, environmental sciences, computer science, journalism and communication.

Department Features
The Human Dimensions of Natural Resources discipline has 12 faculty members with Ph.D.s in various resource management disciplines, including Environmental Education, Environmental Communication and Public Relations, Land Use Planning, Youth Camp Management, Resource Policy and Law, and Integrated Resource Management. Other courses are taught by faculty from the Forestry, Wildlife, Water Resources, Soil Science and Biology disciplines.

Employment Opportunity
The Environmental Communication minor is designed to develop communication skills for resource managers employed in such areas as wildlife management, forestry, water resources, soil conservation, etc. This additional skill will certainly improve the vita of an individual seeking employment in those professions. There are limited employment opportunities in environmental communication as a profession. These opportunities are usually within the communication offices of natural resources and other public offices plus working with private, non-profit organizations.