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Agroecology
Major
Minor
ENR Affiliate
Agroecology Club
Plant Sciences Dept.
College of Agriculture
Department 3354
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
307-766-3103
fax: 307-766-5549
plantsciences@uwyo.edu
Renewable Resources
Department 3354
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
1-307-766-2263
fax: 307-766-6403
e-mail us
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY 82071
307-766-1121
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Agroecology emphasizes the natural interrelationships among soils, crops, weeds, insects, plant diseases, and other components of agricultural systems. Agroecology strives to pull all components of plant based agriculture into a complete picture and to view the agroecosystem as a whole in the context of today's global economy and environment. Agroecology is a new interdisciplinary program that integrates the plant, soil, and insect sciences. Offered by richly multidisciplinary departments, the Bachelor of Science Degree in Agroecology is an innovative and highly practical degree program, and the first of its kind in the nation. The University of Wyoming ProgramAfter an introduction to agroecology, you will study in greater detail the components that make up the ecological web of agroecosystems. These courses are in fields such as
Advising & EducationAgroecology advisers work with you to design an individual program to meet your specific needs and interests. Excellent laboratories and greenhouse facilities, along with industry internships and research apprenticeships, provide practical experience and opportunities for you to learn by doing. Emphasis on communication and interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and problem solving ensures a high demand for agroecology graduates.ScholarshipsMany students in agroecology receive support from a well funded scholarship program. Ample opportunity also exists for part-time employment in research and service laboratories, and at the greenhouse facility.Careers in AgroecologyAs an agroecology graduate, you'll enter an excellent job market in America's largest single industry. Each year more than 10,000 new jobs requiring degrees in agriculture go unfilled. Agroecology prepares you for meaningful and financially rewarding careers at all levels of agriculture including
Graduate SchoolA bachelor of science degree in agroecology is excellent preparation for entry into masters or doctoral programs in many fields.Environmental and Natural Resources OptionIf you have a strong interest in environmental sciences or natural resource management, you may pursue the bachelor of science in agroecology with a special option offered through the School of Environmental and Natural Resources at the University of Wyoming. Click here for more requirement information.Agroecology MinorA minor based on core agroecology courses is also offered. The minor complements many majors in the agricultural, environmental, and natural resource sciences, and can broaden the horizons of students majoring in education, business, and many other disciplines.For More Information
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