Last Friday, students from the MCRS Wildlife Biology class had an unforgettable opportunity to play a hands-on role in raptor conservation by assisting with the capture, banding, and re-release of native raptors in Orange County….
Join our upcoming virtual information session on Tuesday February 18th at 5:30pm Pacific where we will give an overview of the MCRS program and the application process. Sign up here to receive a Zoom invite….
with Bill Wang, Threatened and Endangered Species Biologist at CNMI Division of Fish and Wildlife
We are excited to share an inspiring interview with Bill Wang, a 2021 graduate and accomplished alumnus of our master’s program….
Capstone – Evaluating Sea Level Rise Impacts on Key Ecosystem Functions in Southern California EstuariesInterview with Janeen GordonThis project looks at how rising sea levels affect estuaries, focusing on more flooding, saltwater getting in, and…
By Summer Calderon
The Master of Conservation and Restoration Science (MCRS) program recently hosted its second annual Alumni Networking and Mixer event, once again uniting alumni, mentors, current students, and staff for an evening of connection…
Join the MCRS Q&A Session on December 5th at 4:00pm Pacific Time Curious about the Masters in Conservation and Restoration Science (MCRS) program and interested in joining our Fall 2025 cohort? Bring your questions and join us on Zoom for an interactive Q&A session to learn more…
During the first week of the Fall quarter, the MCRS class of 2026 embarked on an exciting field trip to Corona del Mar. The data they collect will be compared to previously collected data at…
Save the date! We’re excited to announce our MCRS Q&A session happening on October 10th at 5 PM PST! 
If you are considering joining the program, this is your chance to ask…
Leafing into a New Academic Year with the MCRS ‘24-’25 Orientation The Masters in Conservation and Restoration Science Program started off the 2024-2025 academic year strong by welcoming 23 new students into the MCRS community. The orientation was a wonderful opportunity to meet the incoming cohort…
Groundwater depletion is an issue that is affecting many portions of the United States, and its management is becoming increasingly crucial. It is defined as long-term consistent groundwater pumping that results in a lowered water…