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Our demands for aquatic resources and the stresses being placed on them are constantly increasing and continue to threaten their integrity. For example, the use of freshwater for domestic, industrial, and agricultural purposes reduces and alters natural habitats. The discharges of pollutants into our waters threatens the survival of essentially all aquatic organisms. For these reasons, a wide array of rewarding professional career opportunities exist for students in Aquatic Sciences, including: |
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Our Biology Major with Aquatic Science Concentration follows the program structure recommended in the national Undergraduate Environmental Science Report (Environmental Science & Technology, 1992) and meets the certification guidelines of the American Fisheries Society (1990). The curriculum provides students with a strong background in biology and related areas such as chemistry and mathematics and allows students the flexibility to choose biology electives from a diverse group of aquatic science courses. This blend of course work along with undergraduate research and internship opportunities prepares students for entry-level employment as well as for advanced graduate education. Because of concerns about surface water, ground water, agricultural chemicals, and hazardous wastes, the number of employment opportunities in the Aquatic Sciences has increased substantially in recent years. Governmental employers include federal agencies such as the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, U.S. Geological Survey, and Environmental Protection Agency and state agencies such as departments of natural resources and pollution control agencies. Non-governmental employers include environmental consulting firms, power companies, and universities. International agencies such as the Peace Corps and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations provide opportunities to work abroad, especially in developing countries. |
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For further information, contact:
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI 54601 4028 Cowley Hall; Telephone: (608) 785-6970 e-mail: haro.roge@uwlax.edu |
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This site was created by Dr. R. J. Haro. It was last updated November 9, 1998. |