University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
The University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is the agricultural and environmental sciences college of the University of Maryland and operates the Maryland Sea Grant College in cooperation with the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science[1] and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.[2] Founded in 1856 as the Maryland Agricultural College in College Park, Maryland, it eventually went on to become the core of what is now the University of Maryland.[3] The college offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields related to agriculture and environmental studies. Maryland's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is often ranked among the better agricultural sciences schools in the United States.[4] HistoryThe history of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland is simply the history of the university itself. The University of Maryland was chartered in 1856 as the Maryland Agricultural College. Charles Benedict Calvert spent $21,000 to purchase 420 acres in College Park, Maryland, and later that year founded the college. The school opened on October 5, 1859, with a total of 34 students. In 1864, the state legislature designated it as a land grant college under the Morrill Act of 1862, which made federal funds available. By the end of the Civil War, the university, having been hit hard by financial problems and a decline in student enrollment, found itself bankrupt. The state legislature assumed half ownership of the school in 1866, which pulled the college out of bankruptcy, and made the college, in part, a state institution. Enrollment slowly increased at the university, and over the next 26 years, Maryland gained a reputation as a strong research institution. The federally funded Agricultural Experiment Station was established under the Hatch Act of 1887, and new state laws granted the college regulatory control over several areas of agriculture and public safety. The school has grown over the years, adding several other academic departments. However, it still remains a land grant university and continues to have a strong college of agriculture and natural resources. Departments and optionsAgricultural and Resource Economics
Animal and Avian Sciences
Plant Science and Landscape Architecture
Nutrition and Food Science
Environmental Science and Technology
Environmental Science and Policy
Institute of Applied Agriculture
Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine Professional education programs
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Student organizationsAgriculture and Natural Resources Student Council The Agriculture and Natural Resources Student Council is a group of student representatives from each club in the college. They are responsible for coordinating the Fall Bash, Ag Day, and the AGNR Banquet. All students are welcome to participate. College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Student Ambassadors As an ambassador students promote the growth, development, and image of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. They serve as communication links between students, faculty, and the administration. Provide support and carry out selected activities of the college. They are also public role models for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Over 20 students are invited to represent the college, based on their academic achievement and leadership potential. Alpha Gamma Rho Alpha Gamma Rho is a social/professional fraternity open to all men from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the College of Chemical and Life Sciences, and men with agricultural backgrounds. The Fraternity of Alpha Zeta, Maryland Chapter Alpha Zeta is a professional fraternity made up of both men and women pursuing educational and/or career fields in agriculture. It is the oldest agriculture fraternity, founded in 1897. University of Maryland Animal Husbandry Club The Animal Husbandry Club helps to develop future leaders, build strong interpersonal relationships, and promote the industry of animal agriculture. The group holds field trips to sheep, swine, dairy, beef, and horse farms. They also participate in the sponsorship of the livestock show on Ag Day. Equestrian Club The Equestrian Club is open to undergraduate, and graduate students, as well as faculty, and staff. Club members participate in riding and training of the on-campus horses, along with their daily care. Food and Nutrition Club FAN Club is designed to unite and support the students of the Department of Nutrition and Food Science. Members develop leadership skills, while also receiving educational and career opportunities. The group helps surrounding Maryland communities understand food and nutrition through club programs and activities. Food Technology Club The Food and Technology Club is part of the National Institute of Food Technologists Student Association. The club strives to enhance students' professional development and leadership skills, and also provide members with career opportunities. Some activities include: Product development, College Bowl, Undergraduate Research Paper Competition, tours of local companies, and guest speakers. National Resources Management Society The NRMT society welcomes all students interested in environmental professions. The group participates in tree planting, stream clean-ups, camping, canoeing, and hosting guest speakers. Animal and Avian Sciences Graduate Student Association AASGSA are involved in many activities within the college, to promote graduate student interaction between other students, faculty, and staff. Events include: Annual Spaghetti Sizzler, Chili Cookoff, and other social events throughout the year. Sigma Alpha, Beta Alpha Chapter Sigma Alpha is a professional sorority, promoting agriculture on a local, state, and national level. The group emphasized professional development, close friendships, and ties to the surrounding Greek community. Veterinary Science Club College Park Environmental Group Promoting Environmental Activism and Appreciation Collegiate 4-H MANRRS The group works to promote academic and professional advancement of Minorities in Agriculture and Natural Resources, as well as related Sciences. Their main objectives are: to promote programs in agriculture, natural resources, and the related sciences at the university and in the community; to attract and retain diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds in AGNR programs; and to provide academic, social, and professional support and networking opportunities for students in the programs of agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. Research
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Partnerships with USDA The University of Maryland's partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture started in 1957, collaborating in such areas as dairy, agronomy, horticulture and agricultural biotechnology research. BARC The USDA's Henry A. Wallace Beltsville Agricultural Research Center, works with the University of Maryland on agriculture, environmental, and natural resources research. APHIS The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, also a part of the USDA, hosts the “Ag Discovery” program with the University of Maryland. The “Ag Discovery” program is a summer program for high school students, to learn about careers in agriculture. ScholarshipsThe University of Maryland College of Agriculture and Natural Resources boasts a multitude of unique scholarship opportunities for students. The college is also one of only two colleges at the university to have scholarship support for incoming students. The depth of scholarships found in the Agriculture and Natural Resources are often made possible due to the tremendous support for Alumni, and donations.[7] College Scholarships: 44 Outside Scholarships: 56 University of Maryland Scholarships: 12 Travel Scholarships: 4 Study Abroad and International ProgramsInternational Programs in Agriculture and Natural Resources (IPAN)
China - In cooperation with China's Panda Base, University of Maryland, and Virginia Tech, students traveled to China to intern at the Chengdu Panda Base. Students study the reproductive science of the great pandas. Other visits involve the apple and the dairy goat industry. Georgia – Work in Georgia involves publishing agriculture textbooks, on a range of subjects. These, include water erosion of soils, agricultural risks, insurance, forage production, and livestock feeding. Projects also include laboratory modernization; work on the Established Extension Center, and modernizing the veterinary medicine curriculum. India – Students from India have interned with the University of Maryland's College of Veterinary Medicine. In October 2006 Dean Wei of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, along with IPAN officials visited Haryana Agricultural University. The visit was an effort to create partnerships focusing on faculty and student exchanges in veterinary medicine, plant, biotechnology, and distance education. Russia – Students will take an introductory course to Russian, working side by side with Russian students. They will also study the economics of collective farming, and visit crop and livestock operations. Learn about the history and culture with a tour of St. Petersburg. Taiwan – In 2009 the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office, in Washington, DC, signed an agreement involving the National Taiwan University and Tunghai University, in Taiwan, and the University of Maryland. The agreement gave way to ‘co-taught’ classes on Nutrigenomics and Environmental Science. The class is taught through the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the program is planned to be extended to other subject areas in Agriculture, and to other colleges at the University of Maryland. Turkey – 12 Turkish extension agents were trained to improve their skills in educating farmers. The goal was for the extension agent to learn about the farmer's operation, offer technical assessment, and teach farmers how to solve their own problems during on-farm visits. Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan – Beginning in 2000 AGNR started the multi-year project to help develop an extension service in Uzbekistan. Helping farmers to work more efficiently and improving challenges to the rural economy by developing more sustainable agriculture. Costa Rica – Students explore Costa Rica's agricultural development and challenges to sustaining its tropical ecosystems. Students have the chance to visit organic farms. Courses include lectures as well as activities such as visiting an active volcano, hiking, a trip to hot springs, and beaches. France – Programs include animal crop production and agroecology, viticulture and oenology, landscape management, horticulture, agribusiness, and rural tourism. Students explore French food, culture, and history during their time abroad. Students spend part of their time in the classroom, learning the language and culture. They also travel to site visits, field trips, and two weeks of organized sightseeing. Italy – Students study the landscape and the social culture of the country. Understanding the appreciation Italian culture has for its historical architecture, and the country's efforts to preserve it. Peru - Students spend time in the capital city of Lima, and in the city of Iquitos, a city next to the rainforest. After morning lectures students set out on excursions to explore the rainforest and the many practical uses for the plant life that grows there. University of Maryland ExtensionThe University of Maryland Extension is a statewide, non-formal education system. It is an educational program that also provides assistance to citizens who need help with agricultural problems. The University of Maryland Extension program helps in the areas of water conservation, pest management programs, dairy farms, food safety, forest industry evaluation, and composting to reduce waste, just to name a few.[9] It is run by the college of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the VMRCVM, and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Some of their programs include: 4-H youth development; food, nutrition & health; and crops, farm animals, and nursery.[10] AlumniGeorge Demas, B.S., 1980 Richard R. Arnold, M.S. Marine, Estuarine, & Environmental Sciences, 1992 Kwesi Ahwoi, Postgraduate Certificate, 1986 Peter Machado, B.S. 2006, M.S. 2008 Fred R. Shank Ph.D. Lester R. Brown M.S. 1959, LL.D. (Hon.) 1976 Founded the Worldwatch Institute in 1974 and the Earth Policy Institute in 2001. In his lifetime he has authored or co-authored some 50 books, in more than 40 languages. Brown holds 24 honorary degrees and is a MacArthur Fellow. A few of the awards Brown has received are the United Nations Environment Prize in 1987, Japan's Blue Planet Prize, and the 2009 Lindbergh Award. Robert F. Chandler Jr. Ph.D. 1934, D.Sc. (Hon.) 1957 Mylo S. Downey B.S. 1927, M.S. 1940 Geary Francis “Swede” Eppley B.S. 1920, M.S. 1926 Albin Owings Kuhn B.S. 1938, Ph. D. 1948 William Woolford Skinner B.S. 1895, D.Sc. (Hon.) 1917 References
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