University of Montana students dive into science of fisheries
University of Montana student Jacob Steinle snorkels Rattlesnake Creek near Missoula as part of his Fisheries Techniques class. (UM photo by Ryan Brennecke)
University of Montana Associate Professor Andrew Whiteley, center, works with students in his Fisheries Techniques class. (UM photo by Ryan Brennecke)
University of Montana student Jacob Steinle snorkels Rattlesnake Creek near Missoula as part of his Fisheries Techniques class. (UM photo by Ryan Brennecke)
University of Montana student Jacob Steinle snorkels Rattlesnake Creek near Missoula as part of his Fisheries Techniques class. (UM photo by Ryan Brennecke)
MISSOULA – Whether it’s strapping into wetsuits to snorkel for data or bringing the lab streamside to sample fish, the University of Montana’s Fisheries Techniques class goes beyond classroom curriculum to get students hooked on the real-world applications of fisheries conservation and management.
Led by Andrew Whiteley, an associate professor of fisheries and conservation genomics in the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation, the class provides second-year students with opportunities to dive into the science of fisheries, literally. With fieldwork that includes snorkeling in the Blackfoot River Basin and Gold Creek, students can immerse themselves in learning while making meaningful contributions to the conservation of Montana’s aquatic ecosystems.
Whiteley’s vision is to empower students to address pressing issues facing fish in Montana and the wider Western region. Going beyond conventional learning, the class equips them with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle real-world challenges being seen in fisheries.
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