Academics

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) offers world-recognized teaching, research, and extension programs in agriculture, community, human and rural development, environment and natural resources, food and nutrition, and life sciences.

Together, we find ways to produce food safely and efficiently, care for natural resources, and protect the health and well-being of people. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences prepares students for a world being shaped by the new life sciences, a global marketplace, and emerging technologies.

• Our plant scientists and entomologists are looking into biopesticides.
• Our food scientists are developing more healthful products.
• Our agricultural engineers are working on better ways to grow and process crops.
• Our animal scientists discover new ways to treat and care for livestock.
• Our soil scientists and hydrologists are finding innovative ways to protect natural resources.
• Our microbiologists and biochemists are treating illness or cleaning pollution.
• Our family and consumer scientists are promoting healthier choices for people and communities.
• Our agricultural specialists are educating about innovations in growing and processing crops.
• Our technology experts use the latest tools such as biosensors, GIS, and GPS to increase efficiency.