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Graduate students will:<\/p>\n

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  1. Demonstrate the knowledge and observational skills necessary to define problems, design study plans and critically evaluate data.<\/li>\n
  2. Successfully apply quantitative tools to fish, wildlife, and the ecosystems they inhabit.<\/li>\n
  3. Develop effective written and oral communication skills through diverse experiential learning opportunities.<\/li>\n
  4. Critically evaluate the importance of fact-based information by participating in the peer review process and incorporating research into management decisions.<\/li>\n
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of the human overshoot of planetary carrying capacity regarding changing environmental conditions and social justice.<\/li>\n
  6. Apply ethical principles in their work with people, animals and the environment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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