Articles tagged under: University of Minnesota-Crookston
FFA Develops the Next Generation
Published February 21, 2020
When former Ada, Minnesota FFA member Nathan Purrington looks back at his FFA experience, he remembers advisor Lowell Gunderson. "He was always passionate about his students." Purrington taught agricultural education in Ada for a few years. Now, he teaches agricultural…Spaeth Takes Rural Development Role at UMC
Published February 19, 2020
Teresa Spaeth has joined the University of Minnesota Crookston as the Veden Chair of Rural Economic Development and Director of Strategic Initiatives. Previously, Spaeth served as the executive director of the Agricultural Utilization and Research Institute and the Conservation Corps…UMC Streamlines Academic Structure
Published February 14, 2019
The University of Minnesota-Crookston is revising its academic structure. With the change, agriculture and natural resources will be consolidated with math, science and technology. UMC is also making changes to its enrollment policies to increase student numbers and strengthen graduation…A Growing Interest in Agriculture Careers
Published November 6, 2018
University of Minnesota Crookston Chancellor Mary Holz-Clause says the university is focused on growth in agriculture. "There are great opportunities in agriculture for our students," says Holz-Clause. "In Crookston, we're trying to focus on getting students involved in internships so…UMC Students Host Farm-to-Table Event
Published November 5, 2018
The University of Minnesota - Crookston hosted a farm-to-table dinner Friday, highlighting local food production. UMC Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs John Hoffman says this is a new take on the work being done at the university. Most…Ag Communications Program Expands On School’s Heritage
Published July 30, 2018
The University of Minnesota-Crookston is offering a new Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Communications this fall. Chancellor Mary Holz-Clause says it is very important for local farmers to have accurate research and scientific-based information. She says the program "provides one more…Area Students Learn Effective Agriculture Communications
Published July 23, 2018
In the fall, the University of Minnesota-Crookston is offering a new Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Communications. Assistant Professor of Communications Megan Bell believes students who have a strong agricultural background or have an interest in agriculture will benefit from…NWROC to Host Crops and Soils Day
Published July 4, 2018
The University of Minnesota-Crookston's Northwest Research and Outreach Center will host their annual Crops and Soils day on Wednesday, July 18. "I have an area that's weed free," said UM-Extension Dean Bev Durgan, who is also a weed scientist. "We looked…