Laker Wildlife Initiative Get Involved

Looking for meaningful ways to support wildlife conservation, combat wildlife crime, and engage students in real‑world learning? There are many ways to get involved with the Laker Wildlife Initiative—on campus, in the community, and around the world.

Students

Join projects and programs, volunteer at events, and explore study abroad or field experiences connected to wildlife crime and conservation, including opportunities at the Wildlife Forensic Academy in South Africa.

Faculty & Staff

Integrate the Laker Wildlife Initiative into your courses, collaborate on research, and support experiential learning through mentoring, fieldwork, and global learning opportunities.

Community & Alumni

Volunteer at events, host or co-sponsor programs, and share your expertise as a guest speaker or mentor in conservation, law enforcement, forensics, or related fields.

Organizational Partners

Collaborate on applied research, training, and community initiatives that address wildlife crime, conservation challenges, and environmental justice.

Support Financially

Your gift helps fund student study abroad, advance conservation projects, fuel research in wildlife crime and forensic science, and enhance teaching and outreach.

To learn more or make a secure online gift, please visit our donations page.

Contact Us

If you are interested in any of the opportunities above, we would love to hear from you.

Please use our contact page to reach the Laker Wildlife Initiative team.