Our Degrees

Insects play key roles in ecosystems and in human endeavors due to their immense variety of forms and functions.

This minor emphasizes the diversity, ecology and evolution of insects. Not only are insects fascinating creatures, but they have multiple effects on the earth’s biota (including humans).

Are you interested in the ways that culture, economics and technology affect agriculture?

Do you want to explore science in an applied, hands-on way?

Some of the world’s most dangerous animals are arthropods — mosquitoes, ticks, lice and others — because of the pathogens and parasites they carry.

Nematodes, or roundworms, live in practically all habitats. They influence soil fertility, food safety and other aspects of animal and plant health.

The nutrition and food minor provides students with basic knowledge about the chemical and biological components of food and the ways in which foods affect our nutrition, health and well-being

The nutrition science minor provides science students with a basic understanding of biochemical reactions involved in human metabolism, human organ systems and an overview of nutrient functions, nu