MS APP Program
In the Master of Science in Animal and Public Policy program, students will
- examine the changing roles of animals in society and the dynamic relationship between animals and people.
- learn how to evaluate research and policy arguments.
- polish communication skills needed to implement and advocate for effective policy.
- pursue individual interests through electives, externships, and research projects.
- choose between a “research track” and an “applied track.”
Review Articles
Ceballos, Gerardo et al. “Beyond words: From jaguar population trends to conservation and public policy in Mexico.” PloS one vol. 16,10 e0255555. 6 Oct. 2021, doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0255555
Errea, P et al. “Rethinking extensive livestock grazing to revive Mediterranean mountain landscapes.” Journal of environmental management vol. 391 (2025): 126541. doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.126541
Grieco, Raffaele et al. “The role of geospatial technologies for sustainable livestock manure management: A systematic review.” The Science of the total environment vol. 954 (2024): 176687. doi:10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.176687
Strong, Kayla et al. “Government policy interventions to reduce veterinary antimicrobial consumption in production animals: a protocol for a systematic review and evidence map.” Systematic reviews vol. 14,1 122. 3 Jun. 2025, doi:10.1186/s13643-025-02829-9
