WELCOME to the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife at Michigan State University. Our faculty, staff, and students strive to meet the global challenges that threaten the sustainability of Earth’s ecosystems.
Through our renowned and distinguished education, research, and outreach programs, we empower students and stakeholders with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to safeguard our natural heritage and promote quality of life for all.
Who will make a difference for the rivers, the lakes, the land?
For the fish, the wildlife, the environment?
WE WILL!
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News
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Michigan Conservation Stewards Program returns in 2026 with six regional cohorts
Published on June 2, 2026
Join one of six learning cohorts for eight weeks of hybrid learning, field experiences and hands-on stewardship grounded in 20 years of community impact. -
MSU AgBioResearch Director George Smith stepping down in August to become dean at University of Arizona
Published on June 1, 2026
Smith has been the AgBioResearch director since 2021. -
Community scientists are documenting aquatic invasive species in Michigan using iNaturalist
Published on June 1, 2026
Your lake or stream visit can turn into meaningful data. -
Steelhead stocking connects Spartans to the Red Cedar River
Published on May 19, 2026
MSU community members gathered along the Red Cedar River on April 28 for a steelhead stocking. Hosted by the MSU Fisheries and Wildlife Club and Michigan DNR partners, the event highlighted fish stocking efforts in Michigan waterways. -
Fellowship focus: Maison Fellowship advances raptor research in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife
Published on May 12, 2026
Funding from the Joseph Laurence Maison Fellowship is powering Fisheries and Wildlife graduate student Nick Alioto’s research on the migratory behavior of red-tailed hawks in Michigan.
Featured In the News
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From local action to global impact: A new framework for advancing sustainable development
Published on February 20, 2026 by Eurekalert
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From local action to global impact: A new framework for advancing sustainable development
Published on February 9, 2026 by ESPP
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Tracking Global Sustainability: Performance, Imbalance, Coordination
Published on October 16, 2025 by Bioengineer
Check out the live video feed of the peregrine falcon nesting box installed atop Spartan Stadium in 2022 by the MSU Fisheries and Wildlife Club.
Events
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May 20
Walk with OCAB: Agriculture Hall
May 20, 2026 – June 25, 2026 Michigan State University Agriculture Hall (446 W. Circle Drive East Lansing, MI 48824)
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Jun 9
Moss Around and Find Out: Ecology and Identification Walk
June 9, 2026 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM or 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Waterloo Recreation Area, Eddy Discovery Center, 17030 Bush Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118
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Jun 19
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