Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Alison Franklin, toxicology major in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences, recovered from anorexia and bulimia to return to school and is this year's Penn State Outstanding Adult Student Award winner. (more)
Thursday, April 28, 2011
A large group of students majoring in toxicology or in immunology and infectious disease in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences are flocking to the new global health minor. These students are exploiting a rare opportunity to combine specialized coursework in molecular biosciences with courses -- and an international field experience -- in global health and related issues, according to James Endres Howell, program coordinator for the toxicology and immunology and infectious disease majors. (more)
Friday, July 02, 2010
From literature to art to science, Penn State offers students a plethora of academic interests, but choosing is never easy. For recent graduate Brooke Osborne, two years of searching led her to the College of Agricultural Sciences, where she excelled in toxicology. Osborne, the self-proclaimed queen of the undecideds, began her academic career in the Division of Undergraduate Studies. "I signed up for Discover House as a freshman and was introduced to a variety of academic options within each individual college," she said. "I found that I could take a creative approach to finding a major that fit my interests." (more)
Friday, March 26, 2010
Scientists and education specialists in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences are developing an innovative new educational program aimed at helping young people understand the relationships between environmental quality and human health. (more)