Our Mission
The Bishop Lab is dedicated to developing the next generation of wildlife professionals equipped with the knowledge and experience to be effective collaborators and leaders in the fields of wildlife research, management, and conservation. Our lab fosters a collaborative literacy and adaptive leadership mindset. Lab members are then able to directly apply and develop these skills in their research with partner agencies and NGOs.
Our lab operates at the nexus of state, tribal, and federal wildlife agencies to conduct applied research that has direct relevance for the biologists and administrators responsible for conserving and managing wildlife populations. The lab emphasizes the dual importance of strong science and effective communication in advancing conservation. We believe that the future of wildlife management and conservation lies in the inclusion of all wildlife management entities, especially those whose voices have historically been marginalized.