Agricultural Food Systems - Wingate University

Agricultural Food Systems - Wingate University
Agricultural Food Systems
BIOLOGY
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University starting biology concentration focusing on agriculture and food systems
about University starting biology concentration focusing on agriculture and food systems
Do you like hands-on learning, especially when it’s outside, immersed in nature? Are you intrigued by the farm-to-table trend, or do you wonder what you could do to help fight food insecurity? Did you grow up on a farm and wish you had the business acumen to take it to the next level? A biology degree with a concentration in agricultural food systems can prepare you for the perfect career. You’ll take the biology, chemistry, agriculture and business classes you need for a solid foundation while choosing a variety of electives that reflect your interests.
Outside the Classroom
This concentration is project-based, hands-on and an experiential learning process. You'll spend plenty of time outdoors, in the dirt, in a lab and in the community.
Internships
Research opportunities
Immediate, local opportunity to impact Union and Anson counties
First Year
Second Year
Third Year
Fourth Year
Category
To Do
Courses
Biology (BIO101) and Agroecology (AGR116)
Opportunities
Volunteering on
WU Research and Education Farm
, participating in hunger relief efforts, connecting with local farmers and business owners.
Research
Laboratory research in Agroecology
Exploration
Volunteering and working with local farms and organizations
Category
To Do
Courses
Plant Biology (BIO205) and Animal Science (AGR203)
Opportunities
Student work-study positions at WU Research and Education Farm; assisting in Ag related events on and off campus
Research
Participation is WU farm research and demonstrations
Exploration
Scheduled off-campus tours, training and certifications
Category
To Do
Courses
Business, Marketing and Management courses; Modern Topics in Agriculture (AGR335)
Opportunities
Specialized student work-study positions at WU Research and Education Farm; coordinating and teaching on-farm events
Research
Directed research opportunities
Exploration
Internship opportunities, specialized training and certifications
Category
To Do
Courses
Agricultural Internship (AGR499) and Capstone Project (AGR435)
Opportunities
Structured internship and career readiness course; crew leader at WU Research and Education Farm; program coordination opportunities
Research
Directed research opportunities, internship research
Exploration
Graduate school preparation, resume development, guaranteed interviews with employers
Core Courses: 28-38 hours
Introductory Cellular Biology (4)
Agroecology (4)
Plant Biology (4)
Animal Science (4)
Scientific Literacy & Communication (2)
Contemporary Issues in Agriculture (3)
Agriculture Service Learning or Project-Based Course (3-4)
Internship or Externship in Agriculture (4-6)
Business Courses: 21 hours
Microeconomics (3)
Principles of Marketing (3)
Principles of Management (3)
Legal Environment of Business (3)
Financial Management (3)
Principles of Financial Accounting (3)
New Venture Entrepreneurship (3)
Math & Sciences Courses: 11 hours
Statistics (3)
CHEM 101 General Chemistry II (4)
CHEM 102 General Chemistry II (4)
Communication Course: 3 hours
Communication 101 (3)
Global Perspectives (12 hours)
Religion or Philosophy (3)
History (3)
Elective (3)
Elective (3)
Foreign Language 101 (3)
Foreign Language 102 (3)
University Foundations (17-18 hours)
Gateway to College Seminar (3)
English Composition (3)
Fine Arts (2)
Business Calculus or Calculus I (3-4)
Health & Wellness (2)
English Literature (3)
Sociology or Psychology (3)
Lyceum Requirements
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General Electives: 32 hours
Recommended Upper-level Electives
Microbiology
Animal Behavior
Field Botany
Environmental Microbiology
Entomology
Animal Ecology
Plant Ecology
Plant Physiology
Directed Research with Faculty
Teaching Assistantship
Evolution
Special Topics in Biology
Total of a minimum of 120 hours for degree
Faculty
Career Opportunities
Acchia Albury
Associate Professor, Biology
Nicole Barrios
Biology Instructor, Director of OneDog101
Cameron Bramhall
Adjunct Faculty
Alison Brown
Professor of Biology
Aliya Davenport
Associate Professor
Debra Davis
Associate Professor
Tracy Davis
Visiting Assistant Professor, Biology
Emily Lamm
Lab Manager and Safety Compliance Officer
Ed Mills
Marjorie H. Lang Professor of Biology
Chasity Moore
Adjunct Faculty
Gena Moore
Director/Instructor, Agriculture Food Systems, Instructor, Biology
Erika Niland
Professor and Biology Department Chair
Brandi Risley
Administrative Assistant
Mark Rollins
Biology Instructor
Brett Schofield
Assistant Professor, Coordinator of Undergraduate Research
Shem Unger
Associate Professor, Biology
Edward Wolfe III
Adjunct Faculty
Students will leave Wingate with a portfolio of experiences and a concentrated area of expertise to set them apart while seeking a career. Students will be well-versed in community engagement and with the science/business combination, the career potential is flexible and always in demand.
Account Executive
Business Analyst
Commodity Merchandiser
Farm Manager
Financial Analyst
Supply Chain Management
Operations Manager
Territory Manager
Agronomy Sales
Mill Operations
Business Development Representative
Product Test Engineer
Research Entomologist
Farm Business Enterprise Manager
Agricultural Marketing Specialist
This major also provides a natural transition into pursuing an advanced degree:
Master's in Sustainable Food Systems
Master's/PhD in Public Health - Nutrition
Master's/PhD in Agricultural Sciences
Master's in Food Policy
Master's/PhD in Agricultural Business
MBA
Master's/PhD in Food Science
Master's in Nutrition
Master's in Agricultural and Extension Education
research opportunities
Questions?
Dr. Gena Moore
g.moore@wingate.edu