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Poster

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Natural Resources Research, Practice, and Education

Workforce Entry Patterns and Career Values of University Students Majoring in Forest and Natural Resources

Thursday, September 19, 2024

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM MST

Location: McKee Hall

Poster Presenter(s)

Kamana Chamlagain, BS

Graduate Research Assistant
University of Arkansas at Monticello, United States

Author(s)

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Pipiet Larasatie, PhD

Assistant Professor
University of Arkansas at Monticello
Monticello, Arkansas, United States
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Elena Rubino, PhD

Assistant Professor
University of Arkansas at Monticello, United States
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Shanna Knowles, PhD

Assistant Professor
University of Arkansas at Monticello, United States
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Ana Gutierrez, MS

Research Assistant
University of Arkansas at Monticello, United States

This study, which is part of the first author's master thesis, investigates the patterns of entry and values sought in natural resource careers by U.S. university students. Significant emphasis is placed on the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) aspects of recruitment and retention.

Learning Objectives:

Identify factors that influence students' entry into the forest and natural resources workforce, such as internships, extracurricular activities, and educational credentials
Understand the personal strengths and competencies valued by students for successful careers in forest and natural resources
Analyze the alignment between educational programs and the real-world demands of forest and natural resource careers from students' perspectives
Evaluate the representation of diversity, equity, and inclusion among students pursuing natural resource degrees and careers.
Develop recommendations to attract and retain a diverse workforce in the natural resources sector based on the findings.