Department of Agriculture Illinois State University

Faculty and Staff Dr. Rykerd Chair Agribusiness Farm Industry Management Don Meyer Dr. O’Rourke Dr. Spaulding Dr. Tudor Dr. Whitacre Dr. Winter Ag Education Ag Communication and Leadership Dr. Steffen Dr. Wood Animal Science Animal Industry Management Pre Vet Medicine Dr. Lammers David Malone Dr. Rickard Dr. Walker Crop and Soil Science Agronomy Management Dr. Armstrong Dr. Smiciklas Horticulture and Landscape Management Jessica Chambers Dr. Kopsell Dr. Schmidt Farm Horticulture Center Mr. Bob Crawford Mr. Russel Derango Mr. Stan Kaeb Mr. Jeffrey Robb Mr. Randy Shroeder Kathy Scott Admin Assistant Dave Malone Undergraduate Advisor

Mission Statement The mission of the Department of Agriculture at Illinois State University is to deliver the highest quality academic programs, prepare students for careers in the food and agriculture industry, conduct scholarly activities that are beneficial to the citizens of Illinois and beyond, and provide outreach services to an ever-changing world. The Department provides the benefits of a small college within a large university, and places the student at the center of teaching and scholarship. Learning is enhanced by strong student-faculty connections and student participation in co-curricular activities and organizations. All academic programs within the Department emphasize the relationship between theory and practice. The Department prepares students to be engaged participants in a global society by fostering teamwork and an informed respect for differences among people.

Academic Programs Agribusiness Agronomy Management Food Industry Management Crop & Soil Science Agriculture Communications and Leadership Animal Science Agriculture Education Animal Industry Management Pre-Veterinary Medicine Horticulture & Landscape Management Graduate

Registered Student Organizations NAMA - Illinois State Student Chapter of National Agri-Marketing Association - Advisors:Dr. Aslihan Spaulding and Dr. Rick Whitacre Horticulture Club - Advisors: Jessica Chambers and Dr. Dave Kopsell Alpha Zeta - Advisors: Dr. Dick Steffen, Dr. Kerry Tudor, and Dr. Randy Winter Ag Science Club - Advisors: Shalamar Armstrong, Rob Rhykerd Collegiate FFA/PAS - Advisor: Dr. Dick Steffen Various judging teams - Advisor: Dave Malone Fraternities include: Alpha Gamma Rho FarmHouse CERES agricultural fraternity for women

Study Abroad France Study international agriculture, agribusiness, or horticulture at Ecole Superieure d' Agriculture in Angers, the gateway to the Loire Valley, for four weeks. The agriculture of this area is varied with a wide range of animal and crop production. In addition to regular classes and field trips, participants specialize during the fourth week in agriculture, agribusiness, horticulture or international marketing and finance with an opporFrance The agriculture of this area is varied with a wide range of animal and crop production. In addition to regular classes and field trips, participants specialize during the fourth week in agriculture, agribusiness, horticulture or international marketing and finance with an opportunity to meet with French farmers and agribusiness representatives. Instruction is in English. Participants will also have time to explore the magic of Paris.

Contact Us The Department office is located in Ropp Agriculture Building (RAB) Room 125. Agriculture courses are taught both in Turner Hall and the Ropp Agriculture Building. Please visit Illinois State's interactive map for directions to campus and information on parking, and accessibility. Mailing Address: Department of Agriculture Illinois State University Campus Box 5020 Normal, IL 61790-5020 Email: Agriculture@IllinoisState.edu Please visit the Illinois State Phonebook or call (309) 438-2111 for contact information Phone: (309) 438-5654 Fax: (309) 438-5653