Dr. Lynn Huntsinger

Professor

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Biography

Lynn Huntsinger is a professor in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy & Management at the University of California, Berkeley. Her expertise lies in rangeland ecology and management, with a focus on the co-production of ecological and agricultural benefits in working landscapes. Her research explores various aspects of land management and conservation, emphasizing the interactive roles of people, policies, and environments. Currently, she investigates oak woodland management, addressing issues such as land fragmentation and conservation easements in California and Spain. Huntsinger has published extensively on themes related to social-ecological systems and the complexities inherent in rangeland management. She has received multiple awards recognizing her contributions to the field, including the California Cattlemen’s Association Gordon Van Vleck Award and the Conservation Impact Award from the California Rangeland Trust.

Research Interests

Awards

#2024

California Cattlemen’s Association Gordon Van Vleck Award

#2024

Associate Editor of the Year, Journal of Rangeland Ecology Management

#2021

California Rangeland Trust Conservation Impact Award

#2021

U.C. Berkeley Advising Champion

#2018

Muir Environmental Fellow

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.