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CANR provides rankings on department, unit initiatives around DEI

Published on May 11, 2021
The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources recognizes diversity, equity and inclusion efforts by departments and units during the 2019-2020 academic year through a new badge ranking.
Graduating ESS student reflects on a recent internship and virtual classes

Published on May 10, 2021
Andrea Green majored in Environmental Studies and Sustainability. Her work in classes and internships has helped her prepare for graduate school and a future career in sustainability science.
Student view: Community engagement in a pandemic

Published on May 3, 2021
Many things have changed because of the pandemic, but not the importance of community engagement. Community engagement has the ability to reconnect us all during a time when a helping hand or friendly face is appreciated.
MSU senior combines scientific background with interest in environmental policy and advocacy

Published on April 9, 2021
Angela Yuan switched majors to environmental studies and sustainability to better connect with her passion for conservation and water resources protection.
Continuing a family legacy of agricultural education

Published on April 7, 2021
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Education student Makenna Schwass shares about her passion for agriculture and her family’s history at MSU.
SPDC student receives 2021 CANR Outstanding Student Leadership Award

Published on April 5, 2021
Recent grad Ashley Prince studied construction management and helped form the Professional Women Builders student organization while at MSU.
Paul Ojo Awarded C.S. Mott Predoctoral Fellowship in Sustainable Agriculture.

Published on March 11, 2021
Paul Ojo was selected to receive a C.S. Mott Predoctoral Fellowship in Sustainable Agriculture. This is a three-year award beginning in January 2021
CSUS student follows his passion for the environment

Published on March 2, 2021
Studying environmental studies and sustainability sets students up for green careers, including having an impact in areas of policy and climate change.
CSUS alumnus spotlight: Tim Eder

Published on March 1, 2021
Tim reflects on the importance of sustaining the Great Lakes in his life and career.
CSUS student proposes legislation to expand sustainability education in Michigan schools

Published on March 1, 2021
Recent CSUS alumna Courtney Boersema, along with instructor Bob Wilson and MSU Sustainability director Amy Butler, created legislation to include sustainability curriculum in the Michigan Green Schools Program.
Grant awarded to explore holistic wellbeing of livestock producers

Published on February 15, 2021
Dr. Hodbod and team will be exploring the social, economic, and ecological impacts of adopting more sustainable livestock management techniques.
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Education major holds something for everyone

Published on February 4, 2021
Kylie Sperow says that the AFNRE major is for anyone interested in education, agriculture, food, natural resources, or a blend of them all.
Environmental problems require a diversity of insights

Published on January 28, 2021
“Our research shows that there are real-world pay-offs for being inclusive in problem-solving because people hold diverse knowledge and approach problems from different perspectives,” says Dr. Steven Gray.
Cultivating student leadership through farm to school in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Published on January 21, 2021
A collaboration between community partners and MSU will build from existing farm to school partnerships and develop high school student leadership.
AFNRE Club president reflects on his community at MSU

Published on January 13, 2021
Benjamin Butcher shares his inspiration for majoring in Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Education.
Making meaningful connections in the sustainability community

Published on December 9, 2020
Gillian Chirillo’s involvement in clubs and networking opportunities has strengthened her connections to the sustainability professionals she wants to work with.
Robert Richardson selected as 2020-2021 Jefferson Science Fellow

Published on December 4, 2020
Dr. Richardson begins work on a newly-launched program to investigate broader impacts of COVID-19 globally.
CSUS alumna spotlight: Alexis Hermiz

Published on November 30, 2020
Alexis shares about her decision to attend MSU and her involvement in the CANR Alumni Association after graduation.
Cultivating sustainable leadership in agriculture, food, and natural resources education and beyond

Published on November 30, 2020
Dr. Aaron McKim shares about his research, teaching, and outreach in the Department of Community Sustainability.
Meaders’ legacy: Supporting generations of agriscience students

Published on November 30, 2020
The O. Donald and Martha Meaders Agriculture & Natural Resources Endowment Fund supports students in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Education program.