Taylor Foerster

Assistant Professor of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Communication

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taylor.foerster [at] oregonstate.edu

Office: 541-737-6360

Conducting mixed method research that applies social influence and other communication theory to natural resource and agricultural topics. I have specific interests in human dimensions of natural resources, message development and testing, and community connectedness/engagement.

At OSU

Affiliated with:

General Agriculture

Headquarters:

OSU Main Campus

Career Links:

Department of Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences

I accept graduate students for the Agricultural Education & Agricultural Sciences Department

Biography

Taylor Foerster has an interdisciplinary background with degrees in Natural Resources (BS), Agricultural Education (MS), and Communication (Ph.D.). Her research explores natural resources and agricultural topics through the lens of communication theory and methodology, including focal topics like human-wildlife conflict, communication within national parks, and local eco-branding. She actively connects with industry and aims to conduct research that intersects the needs of her academic field, industry partners, and the community. Outside of work, Taylor enjoys being outdoors, visiting farmers markets, and exploring new hobbies.

Professional Accomplishments

Credentials:

PhD – Communication ; Natural Resources minor

MS – Agricultural Education, Technology, and Innovation

BS – Natural Resources ; Wildlife Conservation and Management Emphasis

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