AgDiscovery is a summer outreach program designed to help teenagers explore careers in plant and animal science, wildlife management, agribusiness, and much more! The program allows students to live on a college campus and learn about agriculture from university professors, scientists, and administrative professionals who work for the U.S. Government in a variety of fields. They study the life cycles and habits of insects (entomologists); research micro-organisms, such as bacteria and viruses (biotechnologists); examine cells and tissues under a microscope to identify diseases (plant pathologists); work to conserve and manage wild animals and their habitats (wildlife biologists); carry out animal health programs (veterinarians); provide education on the humane care and treatment of animals (veterinarians and animal care inspectors); and manage the business aspects of protecting plants and animals (agribusiness).

This 2- to 4-week summer outreach program for 2021 targets middle and high school students who are interested in learning more about plants, animals, and agribusiness. Students chosen to participate in AgDiscovery will gain experience through hands-on labs, workshops, and field trips. Students will also participate in charac­ter- and team-building activities and a variety of other events.

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY

JUNE 7-18, 2021 

Students will explore all areas of veterinary medicine, animal science, natural resources and plant through hands-on experiences while enjoying university campus life. They will have the chance to work with many species, from fish to horses. There will be hands-on biotechnology and animal and plant laboratories. Participants will learn about academic and job opportunities in animal and plant health on campus and through educational, agriculture-related field trips. The program is administered by the university’s College of Agriculture, Family Sciences and Technology.

Contacts: Dr. Ralph Noble, (478) 825-6327, Ralph.Noble@fvsu.edu; Mrs. Tammy Lowry, (301) 851-851-4181, Tammy.H.Lowry@usda.gov; Mrs. Karla M. Hollis, KarlaMartin.Hollis@usda.gov, (202) 253-4218; Ms. Allison Johnson, JohnsonA01@fvsu.edu, (478) 825-6327

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