Les Werner

Experience and Interests

Teaching Experience

• Professor, College of Natural Resources, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Stevens Point, WI 2016 to present.
• Associate Professor, College of Natural Resources, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Stevens Point, WI 2009 to 2016.
• Assistant Professor, College of Natural Resources, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Stevens Point, WI, 2003 to 2009.
• Instructor, Southeastern Illinois College, Harrisburg, IL, 1994 – 1997.

Research Interests

• Nutrient cycling
• Tree Biology

Professional Experience

• Commercial arborist – 15 years
• Municipal arborist – 3 years

Awards

• Alex Shigo Excellence in Arboricultural Teaching Award, International Society of Arboriculture, 2018
• Honorary Lifetime Membership Award, Wisconsin Arborist Association, 2020
• Distinguished Service Award, Wisconsin Arborist Association, 1997
• Excellence in Teaching Award, College of Natural Resources: 2006, 2012
• Professional Service Award, College of Natural Resources 2009
• Scholarship Award, College of Natural Resources 2015

Fun Facts

Best advice you ever received?

Measure twice, cut once

What did you want to be when you were growing up?

Marine Biologist

Favorite quote?

“You can observe a lot just by watching.” Yogi Berra

One thing about your college that you are most proud of?

Their collective willingness and ability to adapt and change.

What do you enjoy most about teaching?

Easy answer – the students.

A piece of advice for students?

The science must be complemented by the ability to communicate it effectively.  Practice writing, read, and do not be afraid of the math.