For over 75 years the NC State College of Natural Resources has been a leading force in natural resource education, research and service.  Our graduates hold leadership positions in government, industry and natural resource advocacy.

Our internationally acclaimed faculty make a difference daily through professional education, research and extension activities that support three of the top five industries in North Carolina- forest products, wood and paper products and tourism.

Nearly 1000 undergraduate and 200 graduate students are enrolled in our 3 departments: Forestry and Environmental Resources; Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management; and Wood and Paper Science. Through undergraduate research, industry co-ops and internships, and challenging classroom activities, our students are mastering fundamentals and gaining critical thinking skills. Our learners become leaders - guiding our world's natural resource decisions for a sustainable future.

News & Events

Read the Summer 2008 CNR Magazine!

Featured Event: 
BiomassSouth 2008
Charting a Course for Biofuels, Biopower and Bioproducts
September 22-23, 2008
Raleigh Convention and Visitor Center

Questions, comments, suggestions?
Contact Dean Robert Brown

Directions to the College

College of Natural Resources
2028 Biltmore Hall
Campus Box 8001
Raleigh, NC 27695
phone: 919.515.2883
fax: 919.515.2731