Students
Are you a student who wants to be more involved with the Wildlife Society? Check out your student chapter!
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University Wildlife Society Student Chapter
Social Media
@byuwildlifeandrangeclub
President
Jake Barnes
Advisors
Dr. Tom Smith
Dr. Steven Petersen
Contact
Utah State University
Utah State University Wildlife Society Student Chapter
Social Media
@usu_wildlife_society
President
Lily Martindale
Contact
University of Utah
Coming Soon!
Weber State University
Weber State University Wildlife Society Student Chapter
Social Media
None
President
Jessica Frix
Contact
Scholarship Opportunities
Donald H. Rusch Memorial Game Bird Research Scholarship
The Donald H. Rusch Memorial Game Bird Research Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Don Rusch and to continue his legacy by contributing to studies of game bird biology. Don was an avid hunter and angler with a keen interest in all aspects of game bird biology and conservation. He advocated the wise use of our wildlife resources, and emphasized the importance of scientific research to improve our understanding of wildlife populations and their conservation. This award was originally intended to continue for 20 years and expire in September 2019. However, the scholarship has been extended and maintained thanks to Chuck Meslow.
The award is presented annually to a graduate student researching any aspect of upland game bird or waterfowl biology and management. Studies of bird species not presently hunted because of conservation concerns are also eligible for consideration. A scholarship will be presented to the award recipient at The Wildlife Society’s Annual Conference in the year of application.
To learn more, visit the information page on the national TWS website: DONALD H. RUSCH MEMORIAL GAME BIRD RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP
Application forms must be submitted by May 1, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET through the online application system: https://wildlife.org/awards/
Visit the Grants-in-Aid page for additional grant information.
Interested in Attending the 2025 Conference?
Student volunteers receive 50% off registration as a thank you for volunteering!
Email president@uttws.com if you would like to volunteer at the next annual meeting.