College of Agriculture

Frank Galey, Dean
151 Agriculture Building
Phone: (307) 766-4133, Fax: (307) 766-4030
Website: http://www.uwyo.edu/UWAG/

The College of Agriculture offers a wide variety of course work in agriculture, molecular biology and family and consumer sciences. The curriculum provides a sound background in basic sciences and the choice of a number of fields in which to specialize. Students are trained in principles which apply throughout the world, with special emphasis on types of agriculture found in the Rocky Mountain region.

 

Laboratory work is stressed in all programs because of its importance in agricultural professions. Students receive excellent training from case studies and practical experience provided at research and extension centers. Other facilities include modern laboratories and classrooms, an abattoir, meat processing rooms, farm shop, greenhouses, and wool laboratory.

 

In addition to the academic departments, the college includes the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service. Materials and techniques resulting from this effective triple combination benefit both students and staff in the never-ending search for problem-solving information. The close relationship between teachers, researchers, and extension workers creates a learning atmosphere that encourages the development of the finest students.

 

Programs of Study
Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Science
Agricultural business
Agricultural communications
Agroecology
Animal and veterinary sciences
Microbiology
Molecular biology
Rangeland ecology and watershed management
Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences
Bachelor of Applied Science
Graduate Degrees
Master of Science
Agricultural economics
Agricultural economics/water resources
Agronomy
Animal and veterinary sciences
Early childhood development
Entomology
Entomology/Water resources
Family and consumer sciences
Food science and human nutrition
Molecular biology
Rangeland ecology and watershed management
Rangeland ecology and watershed management/water resources
Reproductive biology
Soil science/Water resources
Doctor of Philosophy
Agronomy
Animal and veterinary sciences
Entomology
Molecular and cellular life sciences
Molecular biology
Rangeland ecology and watershed management
Reproductive biology
Soil science

The following certificates and/or degrees in the College of Agriculture are available through the UW Outreach School:


Certificate: Early Childhood Program Director

Online bachelor's degrees: Family and Consumer Sciences (Professional Child Development or Family and Community Services Options)

For more information, contact the UW Outreach School at 1-800-448-7801 or online at http://outreach.uwyo.edu.

The College of Agriculture also offers a graduate certificate in reclamation and restoration ecology. For more information, contact the UW Graduate School.

Agriculture College
Basic Education Core
All undergraduates in College of Agriculture curriculums are required to follow the basic education core as noted below. This core meets the University Studies Program requirements and all-university requirements for state and national constitution and physical education.

Area
Hours
Intellectual Community (I)
1-3
Writing 1 (WA)
3
Oral Communication (O)
3
Quantitative Reasoning 1 (QA)*
3
Quantitative Reasoning 2 (QB)
3
Science (S, SB, SP, SE)
4-8
Cultural context (C, CH, CS, CA)
9
U.S. and Wyoming Constitutions (V)
3
Physical Activity and Health (P)
1
Subtotal (min. core requirements)
30-36
Hours for major, support areas and electives as determined by division
79-91
TOTAL HOURS (min. core requirements) 120-126
*Core Components are mutually exclusive of each other; hence, two core components may  not be fulfilled by the same course. Except for the QA, core courses may have topics from the embeddable components list included in their curriculum, where appropriate.

Courses taken for S/U
A maximum of 20 elective hours with a grade of S (satisfactory) may be included as part of the total credit requirements for graduation; but no S/U hours may be used to satisfy university, major requirements or required electives, unless the course is offered for S/U grading only.

Minors in Agriculture
Minors provide a formalized recognition of concentrated study in a specific subject area. A minor degree offers recognition for academic achievement outside of the students’ major course curriculum and gives students a concentration of work in the chosen minor area.

A minors program can enable students to enhance and expand career opportunities. A minor will also improve the possibility of admission to graduate programs in any chosen major, minor, or related field of study.


Minors Available in the College of Agriculture Include:
Agricultural business

Agricultural entomology
Agroecology
Animal and veterinary sciences
Apparel design

Child and family studies
Farm and ranch management
Food and nutrition
General agricultural economics
Horticulture
Insect biology
Interior design
International agriculture
Molecular biology
Natural resource economics

Plant protection
Rangeland ecology and watershed management
Reclamation and restoration ecology
Soil science

Agricultural Communications Major
A wide variety of courses in agriculture, broadcasting and journalism provides students with basic preparation for positions as broadcasters, editors or writers for farm and home organizations, state and federal agencies, magazines, newspapers, radio and television stations, and commercial businesses. Communication skills are also distinct assets in agricultural sales, research, service and teaching.

Students enrolled in agricultural courses acquire up-to-date and knowledgeable backgrounds of the subject matter. Courses in broadcasting and journalism develop proficiencies demanded by employers of communication professionals.


Minimum Requirements for Agricultural Communications Majors (B.S.) Hours
University Studies program requirements 30-36
Communications/journalism core
COJO 1000, 1010, 1040, 2100 and minimum of 12 hours of communication/journalism elective		 24
Agriculture core requirements
At least 18 hours must be lower division (Ag 1000-2000) elective courses, and at least 24 hours must be upper division (Ag 3000-4000) elective courses.		 42
Supporting course requirement
STAT 2050 or 2070		 4
Electives 18-24
Total Hours 120

Students wishing to pursue an area of emphasis in the agricultural communications option are encouraged to also select a minor. The college currently offers 22 minors, and any of these can help to better prepare students for employment or graduate work. (see above)

Agricultural communication majors also may complete an internship in their field. A variety of opportunities are available and students can work with the Associate Dean to determine an appropriate internship for their area of emphasis.

Agriculture Education with Concurrent Major in Agricultural Communications

This program consists of a minimum of 127 total hours. Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA and minimum 2.5 content GPA required. This major will be advised in the College of Education, with a secondary adviser in the College of Agriculture. Refer to the College of Education for specific curriculum requirements.

Agriculture (AGRI) Courses

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Last Change: 11/7/08