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Bare root, big impact: Penn State Extension helps communities plant trees

More than 1,300 large trees were planted across Pennsylvania this spring through a program helping communities overcome the cost and complexity of expanding local tree canopy. Supported by Penn State Extension and the nonprofit TreePennsylvania, the effort helps municipalities plant dozens of trees at a time with volunteer support and reduced expense.

Apply for a $1,000 Outdoor Communications Scholarship

Juniors and seniors with a passion for conservation, outdoor recreation, or natural resources are encouraged to apply by May 7.

TALiS Symposium

About the Symposium The Technologies for Agriculture and Living Systems Symposium initiates and fosters the productive partnerships necessary for the integration of emerging and advanced technologies to address the complex challenges we face with climate change, resource protection (soil, water, air), biodiversity losses, rural and urban health, and social and economic shifts within our communities.

Ag Future of America Invites You to Join a Cultivating Leaders Webinar

Tune in on May 20 hear lessons from leaders in the agriculture sector

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters — April 30

As part of our regular “We Are!” feature, we recognize 19 Penn Staters who have gone above and beyond what’s asked of them in their work at the University.

FDSC 105: Food Facts and Fads Syllabus

All course information is listed within this syllabus.

AgSci Student News

Student News from the Office for Undergraduate Education.

Pre-Vet Club

The Pre-Vet Club allows students interested in veterinary medicine as a career to interact with each other and provides an opportunity to gain information and experiences relevant to veterinary medicine.

Executive Board

2026-2027 Academic Year

Undergraduate Research Conference Presentation Support

The College of Agricultural Sciences will support undergraduate students who are presenting their research at a conference to help offset travel costs and conference registration fees.

College of Ag Sciences course supports outdoor learning for South Fayette pupils

In early December, students enrolled in a Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences course partnered with high school students in the South Fayette Township School District in McDonald to design innovative outdoor learning spaces that promote wellness and hands-on learning.

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24th Penn State Equine Science Showcase and Quarter Horse Sale Preview

When May 2, 2026, 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Where Snider Agricultural Arena, University Park, PA

The horses offered for sale in the online auction will be available for in-person viewing at the Snider Agricultural Arena.

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College of Agricultural Sciences honors four Outstanding Alumni

The Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences honored four alumni with 2026 Outstanding Alumni awards in a ceremony on April 15 in State College.

Ag Sciences Honors Four Outstanding Alumni

The Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences honored four alumni with 2026 Outstanding Alumni awards in a ceremony on April 15 in State College. Honorees included Del Voight, Jr., Katie McLaughlin, Tom Slewinski, and Mark Wach.

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Opioid treatment methods the focus of Penn State Extension webinar

Members of the public can learn about evidence-based care for individuals with opioid use disorder and barriers to access at a Penn State Extension webinar, “Opioid Use Disorders: Treatments and Challenges” occurring noon to 1 p.m. on May 6.

‘Home Food Preservation’ workshops and webinars offered by Penn State Extension

Anyone interested in preserving food at home can learn food preservation methods and best practices by attending in-person workshops and webinars hosted by Penn State Extension.

33 faculty members earn Opportunity Grant Awards

Thirty-three non-tenure-line faculty will use Opportunity Grants to fund a project of their choosing during the 2026-27 academic year. Opportunity Grants are designed for clinical, teaching, research and professors of practice faculty to receive funding for professional development through a self-proposed project.

Old Coaly exhibit gets a refresh to mark Coaly Society’s 75th anniversary

The Coaly Society recently celebrated the organization's 75th anniversary with a student-led effort to update Old Coaly's display in the HUB-Robeson Center.

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Heard on Campus: Tanya Berger-Wolf on AI for nature

Tanya Berger-Wolf, professor of computer science engineering; of electrical and computer engineering; and of evolution, ecology and organismal biology at Ohio State University, gave a lecture titled “AI for Nature: From Science to Action" as part of the Distinguished Lectures in Life Sciences series presented by the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences.

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Choose Clean Water Conference: The Pursuit of Clean Water

When May 18-20, 2026
Where Lancaster, PA

Professor Kathy Brasier and student Ellie Martin will be featured in a lunchtime panel discussion.

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