Holly Ober

Extension Specialist, Wildlife

Assistant Professor, Wildlife Ecology

Education

• Ph.D., Oregon State University, Forest Science & Wildlife Science, 2007
• M.S., University of Arizona, Wildlife Science, 2000
• B.S., Duke University, Biology, 1994

Appointment

• 40% Research
• 60% Extension

Professional Appointments

• Assistant professor - Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
• Affiliate faculty member - School of Natural Resources and Environment
• Faculty program leader for the Natural Areas Training Academy (NATA)
• Co-director - Conserved Forest Ecosystems: Outreach and Research (CFEOR) cooperative

Research & Extension Interests

• Influence of forest management activities on wildlife
• Restoration of forest biodiversity and ecosystem functions
• Management of threatened and endangered species
• Development of tactics to moderate wildlife damage issues
• Increasing understanding and appreciation of wildlife among youth

Extension Awards

• 4H Agents for Program Excellence, Project BATS, 2009