Brian Oswald

Dr. Brian Oswald is a Professor in the Department of Forestry at Stephen F. Austin State University's Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture. He holds a doctorate from the University of Idaho and has been recognized with multiple prestigious awards for his contributions to forestry and fire ecology.

• Doctorate in Forestry, Wildlife and Range Sciences, University of Idaho
• M.Sc. in Fire Ecology, Northern Arizona University
• B.Sc. in Forestry, Michigan State University

His research focuses on fire ecology and management practices, silviculture techniques, community ecology dynamics, and agroforestry systems like silvopasture. Recent studies examine soil properties in East Texas forests, seedling survival in fire-managed ecosystems, and wildlife responses to controlled burns.

Dr. Oswald has authored 94 research outputs, including peer-reviewed articles on prescribed burning impacts, introduced pine species adaptation, and longleaf pine soil requirements. His work bridges ecological theory with practical forest management strategies.

• University of Idaho Alumni Association Hall of Fame (2016)
• Carl Schenck Award from Society of American Foresters
• SFA Regents Scholar (2012)
• Faculty Achievement Award for Excellence in Research
• Dwight Patterson Alumnus of the Year (2021)