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Conservation Biology: Foundations, Concepts, Applications
Fred Van Dyke

Professional Effectiveness and Future Directions in Conservation Biology

Chapter Outline

In this chapter you will learn about:

1. the value of a personal mission statement in conservation biology and the principles for writing one.

2. elements in educational experiences and professional relationships that lay the foundation for opportunity and service in conservation biology.

3. objective criteria for selecting educational programs, mentors, and jobs.

4. emerging trends in conservation biology, their potential significance, and their relationship to your educational experience.