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College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR)

CASNR Academic Programs

Preparing students for careers in everything from animals to plants, soil to climate, golf to business, mechanization to leadership, food to forensic science

Meet Our Students

From our academic programs to extra curricular activities, see first-hand why some of our students selected CASNR for their education.

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CASNR Events

Spring Break
Mar 19, All Day , 
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CASNR Week Fun Run and Burr Hall Bull Fry
Apr 14, All Day , 
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CASNR Week Banquet and Student Involvement Reception
Apr 15, All Day , 
NEBRASKA EAST UNION
CASNR Week Blood Drive for Nebraska Community Blood Bank
Apr 16, All Day , 
NEBRASKA EAST UNION
CASNR Week Lunch on the Lawn and Community Night
Apr 17, All Day , 
NEBRASKA EAST UNION

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Welcome to the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.  Some of our College highlights include:

  • 28 programs of study and two pre-professional programs — Some of our programs include animal science, food science and technology, fisheries and wildlife, agribusiness, pre-veterinary medicine, forensic science, professional golf management, etc.
  • Scholarship and financial assistance — Forty-nine percent of our students receive scholarships.  We also provide low-interest loans to students with financial need.
  • Ensuring Your Future Program — We guarantee that any CASNR graduate who completes this program and actively seeks employment, will receive at least one job offer relevant to the graduate's academic program within the first six months following graduation.
  • CASNR Cares — This program provides a single contact for parents, students, faculty and staff seeking assistance in navigating the university’s student services programs.  The goal is to ensure each student becomes acclimated to the campus environment, engaged in their own education and has every opportunity to be successful.
  • One-on-one faculty advising — All of our students receive individualized advising and guidance throughout their college career.

Faculty, Student and Alumni Highlights

Alissa Doerr - Agricultural Economics

Alissa Doerr

Alissa Doerr is spending the summer in Washington, D.C. assisting the National Corn Growers Association's Office staff on a variety of issues related to environmental regulations, transportation, pending free trade agreements, biotechnology, ethanol and energy.
 

Read more about Alissa's experience and other student highlights.

 

 

 

Dr. Larkin Powell-Associate Professor of Conservation Biology and Animal Ecology Dr. Larkin Powell
Dr. Larkin Powell teaches courses in the school’s fisheries and wildlife program, including field courses to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and Puerto Rico.

Read more  about Dr. Larkin Powell and other Faculty Highlights

 

In the News


  • Salute to Graduates — Photos from the December 16 event are available now.
  • Cabela's scholarship application available. Apply by April 15.
  • Chris Calkins, Animal Science Professor honored with national award.
  • Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program — For more information click here.
  • On-line Degree Completion Program — Click here for more information.