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School of Forest Resources LogoWelcome to the UMaine School of Forest Resources! As one of the oldest and most respected forest resource programs in the country, our faculty and students are at the forefront of innovative education and research in managing forests, protecting landscapes, and meeting society’s ever-growing and diverse needs from the forest.

Prospective Students

Our students prepare for careers sustainably managing forestlands, designing nature-based recreation and tourism opportunities, and developing wood-based bioproducts for a renewable green economy.

Student Focus

Mason Earles
Mason Earles has a B.A. in Urban Studies from Washington University in St. Louis, with an emphasis on green building. He is currently pursuing his M.S. in Forest Resources, while working as a graduate research assistant for the Forest Bioproducts Research Initiative (FBRI). Read More in Student Focus.

Alumni & Friends

2011 Distinguished Alumnus
We are honored to recognize Richard N. Smith as the 2011 School of Forest Resources Distinguished Alumnus. Read More in Alumni & Friends.

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Spotlights

Students Present Research at Regional Conference
The 25th anniversary for the New England Regional Council on Forest Engineering was held March 8-9 on the University of Maine campus in Orono. Read More in Spotlights.

Videos

Slideshows

The School of Forest Resources has a long history, and in 2003 we celebrated our 100th anniversary. Here are some photos from the event held at Nutting Hall where we unveiled the 100th Anniversary limited edition UMaine Bear by renowned sculptor, Forest Hart. View this slideshow.

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