News

Letters from CSUS faculty: Dr. Chuck Nelson and Dr. Doug Bessette

Published on August 18, 2020
Dr. Nelson reflects on his 50+ years at MSU as he approaches retirement, and Dr. Bessette shares his unique perspective as an alumni and now professor in our department.
Environmental studies and sustainability student is prepared to solve environmental issues

Published on August 5, 2020
Courtney Boersema's passion for environmental studies is what led her to a major in the Department of Community Sustainability.
MSU students receive honorable mention (3rd place) in 2019 Campus RainWorks Challenge Competition

Published on July 28, 2020
A MSU interdisciplinary student team led by Amanda Wakefield received Honorable Mention (3rd place) in the Master Plan category of the 2019 EPA Campus RainWorks Challenge student design competition.
Dr. Matt Raven honored with Distinguished Teacher Award

Published on July 15, 2020
CSUS professor Matt Raven received the 2020 American Association for Agricultural Education Distinguished Teacher Award.
AFNRE major personalizes her MSU studies to pursue an equine career

Published on July 8, 2020
Meghan Randolph made the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Education major her own by pursuing coursework in equine studies at MSU.
The wisdom of crowds: What researchers can learn from local communities of natural resources stakeholders

Published on June 30, 2020
Can natural resource stakeholders accurately estimate fish populations and human pressures on the environment?
Sudha Kannan, CSUS graduate student, awarded prestigious Fulbright Fellowship

Published on June 16, 2020
As part of her Fulbright Fellowship, Sudha will conduct research on the impacts of electricity access on gender equality in Zambia.
SPRT student is passionate about a career in youth and community recreation

Published on June 10, 2020
Andre Harris is a Sustainable Parks, Recreation, & Tourism major. He’s excited about getting youth and teens involved in outdoor recreation programs.
What do dunes mean to Michigan? Latest research from CSUS faculty explores perceptions of coastal sand dunes

Published on June 1, 2020
MSU researchers now understand the range of public perceptions and knowledge about Michigan’s coastal dunes.
CSUS graduate student chosen as NOAA fellow

Published on May 15, 2020
Jessica Brunacini was selected as a fellow for the Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship, a new program of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Graduating senior shares what brought her to the ESS major, talks about transition to virtual learning

Published on May 7, 2020
Becky Maurer discovered her passion for the environment in her high school AP Environmental Science class. When she came to MSU, she knew she wanted to pursue a major and career that would help her learn to how to manage our environment more sustainably.
CSUS graduate student 3D-prints PPE for Michigan medical workers

Published on May 1, 2020
Laura Castro-Diaz is participating in an MSU initiative to 3D-print personal protective equipment for medical workers.
CSUS graduate student creates information and resource hub for food and COVID-19

Published on April 17, 2020
Vanessa García Polanco created a resource hub to facilitate communication about food systems responses to the novel coronavirus.
Meet the work from home colleagues of CSUS

Published on April 13, 2020
There are many new, friendly faces in our work from home offices! Meet the pets and children keeping CSUS staff and faculty company.
2020 CANR Alumni Association scholarship recipients announced

Published on March 26, 2020
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 alumnus receives CANR Outstanding Alumnus Award

Published on February 25, 2020
Thomas Bailey to receive 2020 CANR Outstanding Alumnus Award at ANR Week.
CSUS professor receives CANR Excellence in Teaching – Established Teacher Award

Published on February 25, 2020
Michael Everett to receive 2020 CANR Excellence in Teaching - Established Teacher Award at ANR Week
CSUS student awards and accomplishments: Spring 2020

Published on February 10, 2020
These students in the Department of Community Sustainability are being recognized for their excellent work.
New attitudes toward nutrition in Guatemala

Published on February 7, 2020
The MASFRIJOL Project had a major impact on the food choices people made.
Selling beans at a convenience store

Published on February 7, 2020
People who participated in the MASFRIJOL Project found creative ways to use and sell the beans they grew.