About the Agricultural Science Department

School of Science and Mathematics: Agricultural Science Department

The Agricultural Science Department at Truman affords the opportunity for students to experience a holistic approach to the study of food and fiber production and their association and interaction with societal concerns. At Truman, our focus is on a sustainable agricultural system.

Agricultural Science Academic Programs

In addition to taking the core set of agriculture courses required of all Agricultural Science majors, each student must also choose at least 15 hours of courses to include in their Area of Specialization. The chosen courses are designed to prepare each student for a specific career within Agriculture.

• Major
  
  • Agricultural Science Major (Bachelor of Science) with areas of specialization in:
    • Horticulture and Agronomy
    • Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science
    • Equine Science
    • Agricultural Business
• Minors
  For Truman students majoring in disciplines other than Agricultural Science, minors are highly recommended as they allow a broadening of the student’s coursework and experiences at Truman. Minors may be declared in any of the following areas.
  • Agricultural Studies Minor
  • Agricultural Business Minor
  • Equine Studies Minor

Consortium of Five Agriculture Universities

Truman State University participates in a consortium with four other Missouri schools to expand the electives available to students at each institution by sharing agriculture courses online. The Consortium of Five Universities was developed to enhance food security through education. Shared resources between Truman State University, Missouri State University, University of Central Missouri, Northwest Missouri State University, and Southeast Missouri State University extend the capacity of the five universities and regional community colleges.

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Commencement Ceremony Converted to Virtual Format

July 6, 2020

In accordance with CDC guidelines, and in consultation with the city of Kirksville and the Adair County Health Department, Truman will host its Aug. 1 commencement ceremony in a virtual format.

Composting Project Contributes to Sustainability

July 6, 2020

Since it began in 2004, the Truman Compost Project has diverted more than 100,000 pounds of food scraps from the landfill annually.

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