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CSUS student proposes legislation to expand sustainability education in Michigan schools
Published on February 28, 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. -
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. -
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. -
MSU student helps create inclusive space for her peers
Published on November 19, 2020
Nevaeh Marshall was awarded a CANR ODEI scholarship for her work in sharing Native traditions and creating welcoming environments for others. -
ESS major gets involved during her time at MSU
Published on November 11, 2020
Lizzy Asker shares the value of participating in community engagement courses and student organizations at MSU. -
MSU Center for Regional Food Systems awarded grant to strengthen local food partnerships in Battle Creek and the Upper Peninsula
Published on October 23, 2020
A new project will connect food and farm business owners with networks and partners that can help them prosper. -
Climate change and its impact on the global food system is topic of upcoming MSU discussion
Published on October 19, 2020
Public encouraged to participate in important virtual conversation -
New CSUS master's program to address ag educator shortage: A conversation with a recent graduate, Katelyn Kelley
Published on October 14, 2020
Katelyn shares how the agriculture, food and natural resources education master's program has helped her advance in her teaching career. -
Connect with Nature: Join us this fall for “Conservation Talk Tuesdays” webinar series
Published on October 8, 2020
Michigan Conservation Stewards Program presents six talks that explore Michigan’s beautiful natural resources while looking at the unique cultural perspectives and innovative partnerships needed for successful conservation and restoration. -
Jiayi Yang is putting sustainability theory into practice
Published on October 7, 2020
Using what she’s learned in the Sustainable Parks, Recreation and Tourism major, Jiayi applied her knowledge of sustainability during an exciting summer internship at Nanjing Agricultural University. -
Bob Wilson named a finalist for a Michigan Governor’s Fitness Award
Published on October 1, 2020
This is one honor among many in Bob's lifelong sustainability career. -
Agricultural Education for the Future: Fostering commitment among agriculture teachers
Published on September 28, 2020
CSUS undergraduate Eric Moser and faculty Aaron McKim investigated how the feeling of connection impacts a teacher's commitment to continue their work as an agricultural educator.