Inside the School of Natural Resources

Golden hour graze — a gentle giant enjoys a quiet sunset snack. Photo by Sophia Rojas
Golden hour graze — a gentle giant enjoys a quiet sunset snack. Photo by Sophia Rojas

A Dream Come True

Ever since I can remember, I've been captivated by the natural world. I can thank my grandpa Kevin for that. From his countless hunting stories to receiving National Geographic and Discovery magazines in the mail, what seemed like a very average activity with my grandpa turned out to be incredible. Continue reading…

 
Wyatt Koehler carries out a prescribed fire in March 2025 in his work at the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center. Photo by Brady Karg/Audubon
Wyatt Koehler carries out a prescribed fire in March 2025 in his work at the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center. Photo by Brady Karg/Audubon

Koehler wins Early Career Excellence Alumni Award for 2025

Within three years of graduating from the School of Natural Resources, Wyatt Koehler took home its Early Career Excellence Alumni Award for showing a great impact in his field while still within 10 years of graduating. Continue reading…

 
An aerial view of Doñana National Park in Spain shows drought conditions. | Courtesy | MITECO
An aerial view of Doñana National Park in Spain shows drought conditions. | Courtesy | MITECO

New report details global drought impacts

"This is simply not just another dry spell. This is a global catastrophe covering millions of square miles and affecting millions of people, among the worst I’ve ever seen." —Mark Svoboda, director, National Drought Mitigation Center, and report co-author Continue reading…

More details at: https://www.unccd.int/resources/publications/drought-hotspots-around-world-2023-2025
 

East Campus Discovery Days return July 12

Two East Campus Discovery Days and Farmers Market attendees pick different colors to paint rocks in June 2022. The 2025 Discovery Days are June 14, July 12 and Aug. 9. Photo by Craig Chandler | University Communication and Marketing East Campus Discovery Days and Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 12 and Aug. 9. “Discovery Days has grown every year, and we keep adding new things and trying to make it more relevant and exciting for people to come,” said Jordan Slagle Continue reading…

 

NCLUDE anchors sought for fall

City CampusAre you passionate about building a stronger sense of community and belonging at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln? Do you have an idea for a group that could make a real impact? Dedicated individuals are needed to serve as anchors for the Fall NCLUDE sessions. Continue reading…

 
Originally published July 10, 2025 - Submit an Item