AgSci Student News

Feb 15, 2025


Spotlight

Ecosystem Science and Management Career Fair 2025 - rescheduled

Rescheduled for February 25 – all students welcome! [more]

In This Issue

  1. Nominate a Worthy Student for February Ag Student of the Month
  2. Ag Future of America Scholarship Opportunity – Applications Due March 6
  3. 'Farming While Black' Screening Tuesday, February 18th in Paterno Library
  4. Opportunity for Students - AFA Plant Science Institute
  5. GROWMARK Foundation 2025 Scholarship Application Due by April 11th
  6. Commonwealth of PA Job Fair Slated for March 5th
  7. Penn State Student Selected as 2025 American Honey Queen
  8. Student Applications Open for Penn State's City Semester Pittsburgh
  9. 2025 Penn State Livestock Judging Team Competes in Georgia
  10. University Libraries Offers Spring 2025 Workshops on Maps and Geospatial Information
  11. Alumni Spotlight Series
  12. Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association Scholarship Opportunity - Deadline April 15th
  13. Temple Grandin - World Renowned Animal Behavior Expert Coming to Penn State University Park
  14. Info Sessions Planned for the Presidential Leadership Academy (PLA) and Nominations Now Being Accepted
  15. College of Ag Sciences Scholarships are Available!

1. Nominate a Worthy Student for February Ag Student of the Month

Ag Student Council invites you to apply yourself or recommend a fellow student for February Ag Student of the Month. [more]


2. Ag Future of America Scholarship Opportunity – Applications Due March 6

With one application, earn scholarships and a seat at the AFA Leaders Conference. [more]


3. 'Farming While Black' Screening Tuesday, February 18th in Paterno Library

Join us for a viewing of 'Farming While Black', a feature-length documentary film which examines the historical plight of Black farmers in the United States. [more]


4. Opportunity for Students - AFA Plant Science Institute

Step into the world beyond crops at AFA Plant Science Institute in Sacramento - interested students should apply by March 10, 2025. [more]


5. GROWMARK Foundation 2025 Scholarship Application Due by April 11th

The GROWMARK Foundation 2025 Scholarships are now available online for students to apply. [more]


6. Commonwealth of PA Job Fair Slated for March 5th

Take the next step in your career! The Commonwealth Job Fair is your chance to explore rewarding opportunities in public service—whether you're graduating in Spring 2025 or looking for your next career move. [more]


7. Penn State Student Selected as 2025 American Honey Queen

Cheyenne Bastian-Brown, senior at Penn State, was selected as the 2025 American Honey Queen. She will spend 2025 promoting the beekeeping industry and honey consumption nationwide on behalf of the American Beekeeping Federation. [more]


8. Student Applications Open for Penn State's City Semester Pittsburgh

City Semester is open to all Penn State students – any campus, any major. [more]


9. 2025 Penn State Livestock Judging Team Competes in Georgia

The Penn State Livestock Judging Team started the 2025 year with a new group of students and traveled to Calhoun, GA to compete in the Darby. [more]


10. University Libraries Offers Spring 2025 Workshops on Maps and Geospatial Information

Join us in-person or online for workshops on maps and geospatial topics! [more]


11. Alumni Spotlight Series

Get to know some of the college's incredible graduates through Alumni Spotlights. [more]


12. Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association Scholarship Opportunity - Deadline April 15th

Open to full-time juniors and seniors for the 2025-2026 academic year, the Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association (POWA) is offering four $1,000 scholarships. [more]


13. Temple Grandin - World Renowned Animal Behavior Expert Coming to Penn State University Park

This is a great opportunity and a one-of-a-kind experience for everyone interested in all animal species and agricultural education. [more]


14. Info Sessions Planned for the Presidential Leadership Academy (PLA) and Nominations Now Being Accepted

The Academy is a three-year leadership development opportunity for a select group of 30 first-year University Park students. [more]


15. College of Ag Sciences Scholarships are Available!

Students can access the application for 2025-2026 scholarships beginning February 1. [more]