James Rivard

James Rivard is an Instructor in Forest Management at the Department of Forestry, Michigan State University (MSU), within the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. His work focuses on forestry education, particularly in online program development. He is affiliated with the Hybrid Online MS Degree program and contributes to initiatives like the MSU Forestry online master’s program. Rivard is based at the Natural Resources Building, 480 Wilson Rd, Rm. 126, East Lansing, MI.

His research interests are centered on enhancing educational strategies in forestry, leveraging online platforms to expand access to specialized training. A key publication highlights the success of MSU's online programs in producing skilled graduates. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

Rivard collaborates with the broader Forestry Department, which houses specialized labs such as the Forest Economics and Resource Management (FERM) Lab and Geospatial Laboratory, though he is not listed as leading any specific lab. His role emphasizes teaching and program development rather than independent research.