Agriculture and Natural Resources - Langston University

Agriculture and Natural Resources from Langston University is a Campus Bachelor Agribusiness degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. Mission: The Mission of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources is to prepare students for modern and sustainable careers in the production of food and fiber, natural resources management, agribusiness, and other allied fields in Oklahoma, our nation and the world through an innovative infrastructure that integrates teaching, research and extension for a well rounded education. Vision: To develop an academic center of excellence where facilities for teaching and research are cutting edge and students are challenged to excel and are empowered for service in the community. Goals/ Objectives: The academic programs in the department are designed 1. To provide all students with a strong foundation in general education, general knowledge in agriculture, a global perspective on agriculture, and strong communication skills; 2. To train students to use critical thinking and analytical skills to problem-solve a variety of situations; 3. To provide experiential learning in various disciplines of agriculture; 4. To encourage students to take ownership of their education and hone their leadership skills; 5. To provide students with opportunities to interact and network with peers and professionals in agriculture; 6. To train students to become lifelong learners and to prepare them for post-graduate studies in agriculture and natural resources. Description of Department and Program: The Department offers the B.S. with a major in Agricultural Science providing four areas of concentration: Agribusiness Urban, Animal Science Urban, Crop and Soil Science Urban, and Natural Resources Management. The program is designed to provide the opportunity for students to acquire an understanding of the problems, principles, and practices associated with agriculture and natural resources disciplines at the local, national and international levels. Students have the unique opportunity to interact with researchers in the worldrenowned American Goat Institute located on campus. They also experience additional learning opportunities through required internships and participation in student organizations in the department. View more details on Langston University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Agribusiness courses.