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Insect Ecology and Conservation
Major in insect ecology and conservation at University of Delaware: youtube.com/watch?v=A1Ofqrz8zH4
Conserve insects, the foundation of the world’s biodiversity
Insects are "the little things that run the planet." Just ask Doug Tallamy, New York Times best-selling author and one of your professors. Conserving insects is the first step towards protecting the planet. What better place to learn that the only insect ecology and conservation undergraduate program in the entire nation? Insects are becoming extinct faster than any other group of species. From their role as major pest species threatening global food security to their use as a nutritious protein source that could help feed the world, the integrity and maintenance of insect diversity is one of the grand challenges facing coming generations. Join our major and experience a hands-on education that will empower you to make a difference in the stewardship of our planet.
AREAS OF STUDY
- Insect Ecology
- Taxonomy/Systematics
- Morphology
- Evolution
- Physiology
- Pest Management
- Insect Behavior
CAREER OPTIONS
- Insect Ecologist
- Insect Taxonomist
- Environmental Educator
- Environmental Policy Maker
- Pest Management Consultant
- Cooperative Extension Specialist
- Agricultural Entomologist
- Pest Management Regulator
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Insect Ecology
- Pollination Biology
- Forensic Entomology
- Insect Biological Control
- Conservation Biology
- Zoology
- Environmental Education
What’s special about this program?
UD couples insect and wildlife ecology and conservation providing a holistic program that provides our graduates with a more diverse set of professional skills and career options. With our unique focus on ecology and conservation, we celebrate the benefits and importance of insects.
We provide students with early research experience, including summer undergraduate fellowships. Students can also pursue a senior thesis, where they will design a research project and defend it in front of a faculty committee.
A faculty advisor will advise you throughout your academic career, which allows us to get to know each student and become a powerful reference and advocate. Our dedicated faculty work closely with our students on study abroad, in-class field excursions, and local research opportunities, and hands-on labs.
Our campus includes working farms, botanic garden,s an apiary, an insect zoo, the UD Insect Research Collection, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Beneficial Insects Introduction Research Unit, where many of our undergraduate students work.
Our major is part of a tight-knit community and lead a variety of clubs, including the Beekeeping Club, Entomology Club, and Blue Hen Birding.
Get Involved
Ag Ambassadors
Agricultural College Council (AgCC)
Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity (AGR)
Alpha Zeta (AZ)
American Society of Landscape Architects Student Chapter
Animal Science Club
Beekeeping Club
Blue Hen Birding
Collegiate 4-H
Collegiate FFA
Entomology Club
Equestrian Team
Food Marketing Club
Food Recovery Network
Food Science Club
Horticulture Club
Hydroponics Club
Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANNRS)
Pre-Veterinary Club
Philadelphia Flower Show Club
Sigma Alpha Sorority (SA)
Students for the Environment
The Wildlife Society
ENWC165
| Introduction to Insect and Wildlife Field Studies |
| ENWC201 | Wildlife Conservation and Ecology
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| ENWC205/215 | Insects and Society and lab
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| PLSC101 and PLSC104 OR BISC207 and 208 | Botany I and Botany I Laboratory OR Introductory Biology I and Introductory Biology II
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| APEC150 | Economics of Agriculture and Natural Resources |
| MATH115 | Pre-Calculus
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| ENGL110 | Seminar in Composition
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University Breadth Requirement (1/3 and 2/3)
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| STAT200 | Basic Statistical Practice
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| ENWC311 | Insects in Agricultural and Urban Environments
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| ENWC280 |
GIS for Wildlife Conservation
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Course from Group 1 - Insect Requirement (1/3)
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Course from Group 5 - Botany Requirement (1/3 and 2/3)
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Course from Group 2 - Communication Requirement (1/3)
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Course from Group 3 - Policy and Culture Requirement (1/1)
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Course from Group 4 - Physical Sciences Requirement (1/3)
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University Breadth Requirement (3/3)
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| ENWC417 | Introduction to Quantitative Ecology
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| ENWC405 | Insect Anatomy and Physiology
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| ENWC346 | Insect Ecology and Conservation
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| ENWC406 | Insect Identification-Taxonomy
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Course from Group 1 - Insect Requirement (2/3 and 3/3)
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Course from Group 2 - Communications Requirement (2/3)
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Course from Group 4 - Physical Sciences Requirement (2/3)
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Course from Group 5 - Botany Requirement (3/3)
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Free elective (1/5)
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| ENWC409 | Insect Research Methods
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| ENWC456 | Conservation Biology
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| ENWC465 | Senior Capstone Experience
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| ENWC435 | Population Ecology
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Courses from Group 2 - Communications Requirement (3/3)
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Courses from Group 5 - Physical Sciences Requirement (3/3)
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Free electives (four courses)
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