Dr. Michael Ward

Professor

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Biography

Michael P. Ward holds the Levenick Chair in Sustainability at the University of Illinois. He specializes in the ecology and behavior of birds, focusing on conservation efforts. His research incorporates novel approaches to species conservation, using telemetry and radio technology to monitor the behavior and migration patterns of birds. He collaborates with a diverse group of stakeholders, including farmers in central Illinois and multinational governments from Cuba and Mexico, to address conservation issues. Professor Ward teaches courses such as NRES 348 Fish Wildlife Ecology and NRES 101 - Wildlife Conservation in the 21st Century, fostering a new generation of wildlife professionals committed to conservation.

Research Interests

Courses

NRES 348 Fish Wildlife Ecology NRES 101 Wildlife Conservation in the 21st Century

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.