Obama taps MSU grad to lead wildlife agency
A Mississippi State University graduate is being nominated by President Obama as the next director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Sam Hamilton, a career senior biologist and manager with the service, is director of the agency’s Southeast region. His nomination must be confirmed by the Senate.
Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar praised Hamilton’s nomination.
“Sam has vast experience with every aspect of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s mission, making him an ideal nominee to direct the agency,” Salazar said in a news release. “Throughout his career, he has been an innovative leader in developing new conservation initiatives and resolving complex and controversial environmental issues. He will be a strong advocate for sound science and effective management of our nation’s fish and wildlife.”
Clarion-Ledger
6/10/9
