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MSU alumnus Brian Matchett honored as Outstanding Educator

Published on September 21, 2022
Brian Matchett, ’03 agriculture, food and natural resources education and ’06 agricultural and Extension education, was one of 10 recipients of the 2022 Outstanding Educator Award.
Landmark Africa Agriculture Status Report development led by CANR professors

Published on September 8, 2022
Robert Richardson and Thom Jayne of CANR led creation of major report calling for acceleration of African food systems transformation.
CRFS welcomes new director, Dr. M. Jahi Chappell

Published on August 16, 2022
Dr. M. Jahi Chappell will be the next director of the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems and W.K. Kellogg Foundation Endowed Chair in Food and Society.
MSU researchers play pivotal role in new $19M grazing, soil health project

Published on July 6, 2022
Spartan scientists lead several aspects of research to understand how grazing management affects soil health and farmer well-being.
2022 CANR Alumni Association scholarship recipients announced

Published on June 7, 2022
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Alumni Association awards scholarships to students who are well-rounded in their academic and non-academic pursuits and have a vision for their future career.
CSUS faculty spotlight: Tongbin “Teresa” Qu

Published on May 25, 2022
Dr. Qu's research and teaching in the area of sustainable and inclusive transportation excites her and helps her continue to learn new things.
CSUS alumna makes parks and recreation more accessible for all

Published on May 20, 2022
Kate Gille works to tell the story of local parks and why parks should be accessible for everyone.
New MSU research supported by sustainable agriculture fund

Published on May 12, 2022
Researchers are studying land management decisions made by owners of both farmland and woodland. The work is supported by MSU alumni Doug and Maria Bayer.
CRFS celebrates Rich Pirog's career

Published on May 10, 2022
Gratitude and best wishes to Rich Pirog, former director of the MSU Center for Regional Food Systems, as he transitions out of his role at MSU.
Pursuing agricultural education to inspire future generations

Published on May 9, 2022
Zoey Zupin shares why she is pursuing Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Education and her goals to inspire future generations as an educator.
CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI

Published on April 26, 2022
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion announced the 2022 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Badge Awards recipients at the CANR Faculty and Staff Reception on Apr. 21.
CSUS scholars identify roots of opposition to solar energy projects in Michigan

Published on April 22, 2022
The "social solar gap" exists where there is regional resistance to solar energy projects, often driven by poor decision-making processes at project onset.
CSUS professor receives CANR Excellence in Teaching – Established Teacher Award

Published on April 6, 2022
Dan McCole, Ph.D., to receive 2022 CANR Excellence in Teaching - Established Teacher Award.
Kaneene honored posthumously with H. Paul Roberts Award for Distinguished Service in Education Abroad

Published on April 6, 2022
Frances Nambi Kaneene to be honored with 2022 CANR H. Paul Roberts Award for Distinguished Service in Education Abroad.
Congratulations to the 2021-2022 CSUS student award recipients!

Published on March 4, 2022
We are excited to announce the winners of 2021-22 scholarships, fellowships, and awards in the Department of Community Sustainability.
CSUS faculty pursues her passion working with international communities on nutrition issues

Published on March 3, 2022
CSUS faculty Dr. Kimberly Chung shares about how she transitioned from food science to participatory research to address international agricultural and nutrition issues.
CSUS alumna spotlight: Jennifer Jermalowicz-Jones

Published on March 2, 2022
Pursuing a Ph.D. in CSUS helped Dr. Jermalowicz-Jones gain the scientific and social science skills needed to run a successful lake management business.
Rodney Cole receives 2022 CANR Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Alumni Award

Published on February 28, 2022
Rodney Cole will receive the 2022 CANR Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Alumni Award during ANR Week.
Recent alum educates youth about STEM, plastics, and sustainability

Published on December 7, 2021
Evan Morton’s passion for research, teaching and sustainability shaped his time at MSU and his career trajectory.
CSUS faculty's work brings together researchers and stakeholders around the world to solve environmental problems

Published on November 29, 2021
Steven Gray shares about his work in community-based participatory research here in Michigan and around the world.