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GSU's Land Resources Students Embark on Philippines Field Study

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July 16, 2025

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø's Research and Field Ecological Exploration Class recently embarked on an enriching two-week trip to the Philippines. Led by Dr. Rico Gazal and Mr.

GSU Department of Land Resources professors and students present at Universities in the Philippines

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July 9, 2024

Eight Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø students along with two faculty members, Dr. Rico Gazal, Professor of Forestry and Mr.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø receives Grant to Increase Awareness for Natural Resource Managment Program

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January 16, 2024

Dr. Rico M. Gazal, Professor in the Department of Land Resources at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø (GSU), has spearheaded a groundbreaking initiative aimed at revolutionizing the recruitment and retention efforts within the university's esteemed Natural Resource Management program. This initiative included receiving a $25,000 grant to continue practices. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Professor presents at International Conference 

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January 2, 2024

The Philippine Forestry Education Network (PFEN), Inc., a distinguished non-stock and non-profit organization comprising accredited forestry schools in the Philippines, proudly announced its inaugural International Conference this past October 25-27, 2023. Themed "Engaging the Academe to Lead in the Revitalization of the Wood and Wood-based Industries for Economic Recovery," the event took place at the University of Mindanao, Davao City. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Forestry and Wildlife Students Blaze Trails in Hands-On Learning Opportunities  

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December 4, 2023

In a hands-on display of practical education, the Forestry and Wildlife students in the FRST 209 Silviculture class at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø recently conducted a prescribed fire on the college farm, followed by an enlightening field trip to Weyerhaeuser property in Greenbrier County. 

First Ever "Forest Carbon Management in Central Appalachia Conference" Highlights Research on Urban Campus Trees

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October 30, 2023

The inaugural "Forest Carbon Management in Central Appalachia Conference" took place from September 25 to 27, 2023, at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place in Morgantown, West Virginia. The conference, sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and West Virginia University (WVU), attracted a diverse audience of researchers, academics, students, extension agents, foresters, entrepreneurs, non-profit organizations, wood products industry representatives, landowners, and other stakeholders. 

Distinguished Professor Dr. Rogelio Andrada Presented Insights on Sustainable Ecotourism Practices in the Philippines

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October 12, 2023

Dr. Rogelio Andrada, a prominent professor hailing from the esteemed University of the Philippines Los Banos College of Forestry and Natural Resources, delivered an enlightening presentation on the dynamics of ecotourism management in the Philippines. Considering the COVID-19 pandemic's profound impacts, Dr. Andrada's expertise shed light on the transformative practices that have emerged in response to the new normal.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Hosts NHLA Log Grading Course

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June 6, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø recently hosted a two-day National Hardwood Lumber Association Log Grading course.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø, WV State University Join Forces to Plant Trees

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April 19, 2023

On Wednesday, April 5, students, faculty, and staff in Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø’s Department of Land Resources participated in the planting of 500 trees on and around the College Forest.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Student Conducts Institution’s First Live Vertebrate Experiment

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March 15, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø student Jared Bishop is conducting a two-phase experiment that examines the effects of industrial waste and infrastructural concerns in various West Virginia watersheds.