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Join us as we learn from Malia Byrtus, our guest speaker for the Conservation in Action DeCal at UC Berkeley. Malia is an Emmy award-winning producer and a dedicated conservationist specializing in large carnivore and landscape conservation initiatives. Her expertise lies in integrating professional DSLR camera traps to support wildlife research and storytelling projects that foster community-driven impact. Currently, Malia serves as the Communications Manager and Wildlife Camera Trapper for the California Wolf Project. - Course Description: This course offers students an introductory look at diverse wildlife conservation efforts across various ecosystems, focusing on practical strategies to protect wildlife and habitats. Through case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will engage with real-world conservation challenges and develop a new or reaffirmed passion for wildlife conservation. Students from all disciplines, particularly those interested in wildlife and environmental biology, are encouraged to join!
Malia Byrtus - Storytelling in Conservation (CA Wolf Project)
Join us for an insightful interview with Yasmeen Ghavamian, a PhD candidate in Animal Biology at the University of California, Davis. Yasmeen's research focuses on animal behavior, welfare, and personality. In this video, Yasmeen discusses her master's research at Sonoma State University, where she investigated the effects of complex feeding enrichment on the behavior of captive Malayan sun bears at Oakland Zoo. She also shares insights from her current PhD work, exploring how captive North American gray wolf personalities may impact cognitive enrichment engagement. Tune in to learn more about Yasmeen's contributions to enhancing animal welfare through behavioral research. --- Course Description: This course offers students an introductory look at diverse wildlife conservation efforts across various ecosystems, focusing on practical strategies to protect wildlife and habitats. Through case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will engage with real-world conservation challenges and develop a new or reaffirmed passion for wildlife conservation. Students from all disciplines, particularly those interested in wildlife and environmental biology, are encouraged to join!
Interview with Yasmeen Ghavamian - Wolf Personality Researcher
Join us for a special guest lecture with Dr Kaggie Orrick, Post Doctoral Scholar at UC Berkeley. She is leading the charge for the California Wolf Project research in cooperation with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife! - Course Description: This course offers students an introductory look at diverse wildlife conservation efforts across various ecosystems, focusing on practical strategies to protect wildlife and habitats. Through case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will engage with real-world conservation challenges and develop a new or reaffirmed passion for wildlife conservation. Students from all disciplines, particularly those interested in wildlife and environmental biology, are encouraged to join!
Dr Kaggie Orrick - Intro to Human Wildlife Conflict | Conservation in Action @ UC Berkeley
Join us for an inspiring interview with Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Uganda’s first wildlife veterinarian and a pioneering conservationist. As the founder of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH), Dr. Kalema-Zikusoka has dedicated her career to protecting endangered species—especially mountain gorillas—by improving community health and promoting sustainable conservation practices. In this fascinating conversation for the Conservation in Action DeCal at UC Berkeley, Dr. Kalema-Zikusoka shares her journey, the challenges she’s faced, and her innovative approach to balancing wildlife conservation with public health and local community development. Topics Covered: Her journey to becoming Uganda’s first wildlife vet The link between human and wildlife health Challenges of gorilla conservation in Uganda Community-driven solutions for sustainable conservation Advice for aspiring conservationists Learn more about Dr. Kalema-Zikusoka and her work: Conservation Through Public Health: https://ctph.org #ConservationInAction #WildlifeConservation #DrGladysKalemaZikusoka #UCberkeley #GorillaConservation #WildlifeVet #CTPH
Uganda’s First Wildlife Vet – Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka | Conservation in Action DeCal
Join us for a special guest lecture with Dr Grant Ballard, Chief Science Officer at Point Blue Conservation Science. Dr. Ballard leads scientific and strategic initiatives focusing on climate change impacts on wildlife, particularly in Southern Ocean ecosystem with Adélie penguins. - Course Description: This course offers students an introductory look at diverse wildlife conservation efforts across various ecosystems, focusing on practical strategies to protect wildlife and habitats. Through case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will engage with real-world conservation challenges and develop a new or reaffirmed passion for wildlife conservation. Students from all disciplines, particularly those interested in wildlife and environmental biology, are encouraged to join!
Dr Grant Ballard - Climate Change Impact on Adélie Penguins | Conservation in Action @ UC Berkeley
Join us for a special guest lecture with Vishal Subramanyan, a wildlife photographer, as he shares his journey from a UC Berkeley student to a award-winning wildlife photographer, public speaker, and ambassador for the natural world. - Course Description: This course offers students an introductory look at diverse wildlife conservation efforts across various ecosystems, focusing on practical strategies to protect wildlife and habitats. Through case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will engage with real-world conservation challenges and develop a new or reaffirmed passion for wildlife conservation. Students from all disciplines, particularly those interested in wildlife and environmental biology, are encouraged to join!
Vishal Subramanyan - Wildlife Photographer | Conservation in Action @ UC Berkeley
This is a recap of the fifth in-person lecture for Conservation in Action, a UC Berkeley DeCal focusing on exploring different approaches to wildlife conservation! The topic of this lecture is best summarized through our central question: How can field methods improve conservation efforts? Which method(s) are most effective? - Course Description: This course offers students an introductory look at diverse wildlife conservation efforts across various ecosystems, focusing on practical strategies to protect wildlife and habitats. Through case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will engage with real-world conservation challenges and develop a new or reaffirmed passion for wildlife conservation. Students from all disciplines, particularly those interested in wildlife and environmental biology, are encouraged to join!
A Guide to Field Methods - Conservation in Action Lecture 5
Join us for a special guest lecture with Alicia Powers, Head Zookeeper at the Oakland Zoo, as she shares her journey from a UC Berkeley student to a leader in zookeeping and wildlife conservation. In this talk, Alicia discusses the vital role of zoos in conservation, highlighting Oakland Zoo’s collaborative efforts to protect California’s wildlife. Learn about their impactful programs working with California condors, mountain lions, and bison, and how these initiatives contribute to species survival and ecosystem health.
Alicia Powers, Head Zookeeper at Oakland Zoo | Conservation in Action @ UC Berkeley
This is a recap of the third in-person lecture for Conservation in Action, a UC Berkeley DeCal focusing on exploring different approaches to wildlife conservation! The topic of this lecture is best summarized through our central question: What are the most significant threats to wildlife today? What about in the Bay? We discuss the main threats to biodiversity as well as management/policy solutions to these threats. - Course Description: This course offers students an introductory look at diverse wildlife conservation efforts across various ecosystems, focusing on practical strategies to protect wildlife and habitats. Through case studies, guest speakers, and hands-on projects, students will engage with real-world conservation challenges and develop a new or reaffirmed passion for wildlife conservation. Students from all disciplines, particularly those interested in wildlife and environmental biology, are encouraged to join!
Threats to Wildlife - Conservation in Action Lecture 3
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