Agriculture... the science of life

Agriculture:  The Science of Life!

  

 

The College of Agriculture invites you to join the future of food and fiber production, processing and distribution. Become not just a better consumer of agricultural products, but a world-class leader in the science and management of the nation’s largest industry. The industry of agriculture represents all aspects of society, the economy, and the environment. You will be surprised to learn of the diverse nature of education in and about agriculture at Utah State University. 
 
With a solid foundation in production practices, the College of Agriculture extends to include a multitude of cross-disciplinary approaches to food and fiber management, processing, and promotion. We are preparing the next generation of food scientists, marketing specialists, and production managers to name but a few. All facets of the curriculum are sensitive to enhancing the critical balance among environmental well-being, social justice, community development and economic viability. 
 

Be part of the world’s future by enrolling in the College of Agriculture at Utah State University.  Let us take you to the new future of agriculture today! 

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A Message from Dean Cockett

  

 

I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Janet Anderson, Clinical Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Food Science, as the Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the College of Agriculture.  Janet is a master teacher with a strong commitment to students.  She is nationally recognized for her teaching modules on food safety and nutrition, and her consumer food safety studies have made significant contributions to the field.  Janet has been recognized numerous times for her teaching excellence, including the Eldon J. Gardner Teaching Award in 2005, which is given annually in recognition of Utah State University’s Teacher of the Year, and the Regional Excellence in College and University Teaching in the Food and Agricultural Science from USDA/CSREES in 2006, one of four recipients selected from across the nation.  She has provided service to the NFS Department and the college in several ways, including membership on the COA Undergraduate Scholarship and Awards Committees.

Janet replaces Gary Straquadine, who has served in the Associate Dean position for the last three years.  Gary will begin his appointment as the Dean of the USU Regional Campus in Tooele on May 1.  We are appreciative of all Gary has done for COA – he will be missed.

Please join me in welcoming Janet to the College administrative team.

- Dean Cockett