Reed Sanderson (1932-2020) was a husband, father, Navy veteran, wildlife biologist,
member of The Wildlife Society and Fellow of The Wildlife Society. During his
long career, Reed worked for the United States Forest Service as a Range
Conservationist, Range Scientist, and Wildlife Biologist. After his retirement
from the Forest Service, Reed worked for the University of Arizona as a liaison
between the University and federal and state agencies working towards the
conservation of the Mount Graham Red Squirrel. In addition to his outstanding
career as a wildlife biologist, Reed was known as an engaged mentor who took
great pleasure visiting with students and early-career professionals at The
Wildlife Society National Meeting and the Joint Annual Meeting of the of the
Arizona Chapter of The Wildlife Society, The New Mexico Chapter of the Wildlife
Society, and the New Mexico/Arizona Chapter of the American Fisheries
Society.
Reed is remembered as someone who took great pleasure visiting with students and
early-career professionals at The Wildlife Society National Meeting and the
JAM. In remembrance of Reed and his commitment to mentorship, the Arizona
Chapter of The Wildlife Society is providing financial assistance to students and early-career professionals to attend the JAM. To apply for a Reed Sanderson Memorial
Award Scholarship, please fill out the following form by January 7th, 2024.