Urban Forestry Curricula for Undergraduates: Approaching Educational Values and the Profession

<br /><br /> Across the nation undergraduate urban forest management programs come in many forms. The variability among academic program curricula usually is derived from urban and non-urban forestry faculty&iacute;'s perceptions of the entry-level job market for graduates. In addition to institutional faculty, there are three primary national and international professional organizations which significantly influence urban forest management curricula. The perceptions of public sector natural resource decision makers, and private sector consultants and natural resource business interests also impact curricula.<br /><br /> This is a review paper of select influences affecting change in urban forestry curricula. The primary purpose of this paper is to examine university urban forestry programs and tally subject areas cited within undergraduate education. The final result is an appreciation of the diversity and commonality of academic programming for the profession's entry-level positions. The institutional product generated is a graduate with developed attributes and understandings to provide value and leadership to this amenity, eco-utility, and service profession.<br /><br /> (SFNR06-9) 2006<br /><br /><br /><br />

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