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Sustainable Parks, Recreation and Tourism degree supports student in the field of museum studies and informal education

Published on June 9, 2021
Adrian majored in sustainable parks, recreation and tourism and minored in museum studies to explore topics such as non-profit management and informal education.
Gratitude and best wishes to Dr. Patricia Norris

Published on June 2, 2021
After 25 years as a member of our MSU community, Patricia Norris retired in May 2021.
CSUS alumna spotlight: Deepa Iyer

Published on May 24, 2021
Deepa shares what makes her work as a farmer and educator meaningful.
Pursuing environmental justice through scholarship and fighting for a more just future

Published on May 24, 2021
CSUS faculty Dr. Phil Warsaw shares about his journey to MSU and passion for translating research to real change for environmental justice.
Reducing campus carbon emissions with MSU trees

Published on May 21, 2021
The MSU Sustainable Wood Recovery Initiative (SWRI) program reduced campus carbon dioxide emissions by 50.15 metric tons between 2015-2017.
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 10, 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 1, 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 February 28, 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 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.