Henry Campa III

Henry (Rique) Campa III is a University Distinguished Professor at the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University, with a joint appointment in the Graduate School. His career spans over three decades, combining academic leadership as Senior Associate Dean and impactful research in wildlife ecology.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University (1989)
  • M.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife, Michigan State University (1982)
  • B.S. in Wildlife Biology, University of Missouri Columbia (1978)

His research focuses on wildlife-habitat interactions, ecosystem management, and graduate student professional development. He pioneered studies on bovine tuberculosis transmission in deer-cattle systems and green roof contributions to urban biodiversity.

Key trends in his publications include habitat disturbance impacts, spatial modeling, and interdisciplinary approaches to wildlife management, reflecting a blend of ecological theory and applied conservation.

• Scientific Awards:
  • University Distinguished Professor

As co-developer of the FAST-Future Academic Scholars in Teaching program and participant in the CIRTL Network, he has shaped STEM education while maintaining active research on elk movement patterns, eastern massasauga rattlesnake conservation, and wildlife disease ecology.