OBJECTIVES

The objectives of the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences are to improve agriculture and family living in Arkansas, to stimulate students in their own development, to foster an attitude of inquiry and to develop leadership. The instructional programs of the College help fulfill these objectives by educating young men and women in scientific and technical agriculture and human environmental sciences.

To accomplish this, the curricula are designed to include basic courses in physical, biological and social sciences, mathematics, the humanities, and communications, as well as in technical agriculture and human environmental sciences. Such education is important, not only to agricultural production and family living, but also to related industries and to educational work in these fields.

HISTORY AND ORGANIZATION

As the land-grant university of Arkansas, the University of Arkansas has the responsibility for leadership in agricultural and human environmental sciences. This responsibility is shared with the Division of Agriculture, and it includes teaching, research and service functions.

The Bumpers College is an integral component of the University of Arkansas and addresses the teaching responsibility of the land-grant university. Its roots lie in the First Morrill Act of 1862, which created the land-grant system by providing a grant of land to each state for the establishment of a college "where the leading object shall be, without excluding other scientific and classical studies and including military tactics, to teach such branches of learning as are related to agriculture and the mechanical arts in such manner as the legislatures of the state may prescribe to promote the liberal and practical education of the industrial classes in the several pursuits and professions of life." Agricultural sciences have been taught at the University of Arkansas almost from the beginning of the institution in 1872, and the first degrees in agriculture were conferred by the University almost 90 years ago.

The passage of the Hatch Act in 1887 and subsequent legislation made possible the Agricultural Experiment Station, the research component of the Division of Agriculture. Most faculty who teach in the Bumpers College also hold appointments in the Experiment Station and are thus able to incorporate active research into their teaching.

The dissemination of University research to the state was made possible by the Smith-Lever Act of 1914, plus subsequent legislation, which created the Cooperative Extension Service in agricultural and human environmental sciences. Many Extension specialists also hold adjunct faculty status and bring their expertise to the teaching program.

It is this blending of teaching, research and service functions that create a unique learning environment in the College. As students learn to relate basic areas of science to human needs, they study in laboratory-based classes and are taught in research facilities supported by the Division of Agriculture. Similarly, students are encouraged to intern with professionals in industry and governmental agencies, including the Cooperative Extension Service.

The School of Human Environmental Sciences was originally established as the department of home economics in 1913. It was elevated to school status in 1994, and the name was changed to the School of Human Environmental Sciences.

In recognition of the land-grant mission of the University and its commitment to serve the entire state, the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences has worked cooperatively with numerous community colleges to organize the Arkansas Consortium for Teaching Agriculture (ACTA). ACTA is designed to facilitate the "seamless" transfer of students from community colleges to the Bumpers College. Coordinated advising, recruiting and curricula development are working goals of the Consortium. Interested students should contact the dean's office.

DEGREES OFFERED

All entering students (including freshmen, international and transfer students) admitted to the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, are eligible to pursue a degree program in the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences. Degrees offered are

The Bachelor of Science in Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences (B.S.A.)

The Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences (B.S.H.E.S.)

The Bachelor of Interior Design (B.I.D.)

Non-Degree Training

While most students enrolled in the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences work toward a degree, students who desire additional education of a specific nature but who do not wish to fulfill all requirements for a degree may enroll as special or unclassified students.

College Scholarships

In addition to the scholarships awarded by the University, there are a number of scholarships available to students in agricultural and human environmental sciences made possible by generous gifts from many firms and individuals. During the 1999-2000 school year, the College awarded approximately 375 scholarships for a total of over $500,000. To be considered for a college scholarship, students must first be admitted to the University. Most scholarships require students to be enrolled full-time, which is at least 12 hours per semester. A College scholarship application, which serves as application to all available scholarships offered by the College, must be submitted by March 1 each year (Priority deadline for freshmen is February 15). A book listing various outside scholarships is available for review in the dean's office, E-103 Animal Science Building. There are also miscellaneous outside scholarships for which applications are available in some departmental offices. For more information on scholarships, contact the dean's office.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS IN THE BUMPERS COLLEGE

The Agricultural Business Club is a student organization for those interested in agricultural business and economics.

Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT) is designed for students with an interest in agricultural communications to allow them an opportunity to interact with others with similar interests at the college level and professionally.

The Student Branch, American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE) is an organization for students interested in agricultural engineering.

The American Society of Interior Designers is a professional society dedicated to serving the entire profession and maintaining the highest possible standards for the practice of interior design. ASID student members participate in a wide range of learning experiences and stimulating programs that complement their academic training. Through the Society's thousands of professional members, student members gain important insight into the professional aspects of interior design.

The Arkansas Animal Industry Club is for students who are interested in any phase of animal science. It is affiliated with the National Block and Bridle Club.

Collegiate 4-H/FFA is for any student who has been active in 4-H and/or FFA or has a current interest in service to these youth-serving organizations. This club is especially designed for students interested in teaching agricultural education or working in Extension.

All human environmental sciences majors are eligible for student membership in the National Association of Family and Consumer Sciences and in the campus section of the Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. Monthly meetings highlight various phases of human environmental sciences and provide social contact with other majors. In addition, members become involved in local service projects and may attend statewide workshops and leadership training sessions.

The Crop Management/Environmental, Soil, and Water Science Club is a student organization for those interested in crops and soils through both an agricultural and environmental perspective.

The Horticulture Club is a student organization for those interested in horticulture including floriculture, ornamentals, small fruits and vegetables, and turf.

The Pre-Vet Club is for students interested in veterinary medicine and is especially designed for those students in the pre-veterinary medicine curriculum.

The Food Science Club is an organization for those students interested in food science.

The Northwest Arkansas Association for the Education of Young Children is an organization for students who are interested in the welfare of young children. The organization, through programs, publications, and trips, offers students information about career opportunities in human development.

The Student Dietetic Association is an organization for students who are interested in the profession of dietetics. The purposes are to promote growth in professional attitudes and to provide various programs of interest to the members.

The Fashion Merchandising Club is an organization open to all students interested in the fashion industry.

The Poultry Science Club is an organization open to all students interested in poultry science.

There are also numerous general organizations on the University campus, and students of the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences participate in most of them. These include fraternities, sororities, honor and scholarship organizations, religious and music groups, sports organizations, and others.

Honor Societies

Alpha Zeta is the professional honor fraternity for students of agriculture. A student must rank in the upper two-fifths of the class and be recognized for leadership and character to be invited to become a member of Alpha Zeta.

Phi Upsilon Omicron is the professional honor fraternity for human environmental sciences students. A student must rank in the upper 35 percent of the class and be recognized for character and leadership to be eligible for invitation to membership.

Gamma Sigma Delta is the honor fraternity for graduating seniors, graduate students, faculty, and alumni of the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences. Seniors must rank in the upper 25 percent of their class to be eligible for membership, but not more than 15 percent of the class may be elected for membership. The highest-ranking sophomore and the highest-ranking senior are recognized annually by the society.

Alpha Tau Alpha is a national honorary professional fraternity for those preparing to become teachers of agricultural education. Its mission is to develop a true professional spirit in the teaching of agriculture, to help train teachers of agriculture who shall be leaders in their communities, and to foster a fraternal spirit among students in teacher training in agricultural education.

COLLEGE ACADEMIC AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

General Residency Requirement

For the degree of Bachelor of Science in Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, students will complete a minimum of 30 semester hours within the Bumpers College.

For the degree of Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences and Bachelor of Interior Design, students will complete a minimum of 30 hours within the School of Human Environmental Sciences at the University of Arkansas.

Grade-Point Requirement

A grade-point average of 2.00 ("C" average) on all work attempted at the University of Arkansas is required for graduation. For transfer students, a combined cumulative grade-point average of 2.00 ("C" average) on all work attempted at all institutions is also required for graduation.

Rules Applying to Coursework Used for Degree Credit

No credit will be given for duplicate coursework. A maximum of six hours of internship and six hours of special problem may be counted for degree credit.

Elective courses used for degree credit may be chosen from any department in the University and are subject to the approval of the academic adviser. Students are encouraged to join the University band, chorus and judging teams, and to participate in debate, drama, athletics, etc. A total of six semester hours of elective credits in such activities may be counted toward a degree. The maximum elective credits in any one activity that may be counted toward a degree are as follows:

HOURS

Band and/or chorus 4

Drama and/or debate 4

Judging teams 4

Physical education activities or athletics 4

Credits By Correspondence

Any course taken by correspondence, including web-based courses, must be approved in advance in the dean's office if the credits earned in the course are to be applied toward a degree. This applies regardless of the school from which the course is taken. In general, a student will not earn more than six semester hours by correspondence or continuing education in any one school year.

Graduation with Honors Requirements

Students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance in baccalaureate degree programs will be recognized at graduation by the honors designation of Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude or Summa Cum Laude. To earn these distinctions, a student must meet the following criteria:

1. At least one-half of the degree course work must have been completed at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

2. Only the grade point average on course work completed at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, will be considered.

3. For each of the three distinctive honors, the student must have the minimum grade-point average indicated.

(a) Cum Laude - 3.50

(b) Magna Cum Laude - 3.75

(c) Summa Cum Laude - 3.90

Additional Requirements

In addition to the University requirements for graduation, including the University Core requirements (page 39), a student must complete a prescribed degree curriculum in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences to be eligible for a baccalaureate degree from the College.

Former students of the College who reenter the College after an absence of one year must meet the curriculum requirements in effect at the time of their readmission.

Students in human environmental sciences may choose one of five majors, some of which offer areas of concentration. Some programs allow for the selection of a minor.

For the Bachelor of Science in Agri-cultural, Food and Life Sciences degree, a student may choose one of 10 majors that satisfies his or her interests and goals for educational achievement. Some programs have concentrations; most allow students to select a minor.

Students interested in earning an additional bachelor's degree should refer to the University requirements on page 39.

COLLEGE CURRICULA

The B.S.A., B.S.H.E.S. and B.I.D. degrees will be conferred upon students who have met all the general University and College requirements for a degree, and who have completed 124 semester hours in accordance with the college requirements.

All students, with the assistance of a faculty adviser, will plan a program that is best suited to their own background, training and objectives. The program of study will be decided after consideration of a student's preparation, aptitudes, test scores, and other information. Undeclared students will work with an adviser as they explore program opportunities within the college. The first semester load may vary from 12 to 17 hours. The student must inquire about specific requirements in the department or school where the major is located. The student is responsible for meeting all requirements for graduation.

Selection of a Major

A student who elects to major in some area of agricultural or human environmental sciences should plan his or her program with a faculty adviser. While undecided students are welcome, early selection of a major will permit better planning and proper sequencing of courses. The student and faculty adviser work closely together to ensure that the curriculum requirements are met in a timely fashion. A student uncertain about a major will be advised as an undeclared major through the dean's office.

Requirements for a B.S.A. Degree

HOURS

1. A total of 124 semester hours with a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average.

2. 39 hours of courses at 3000 level and above.

3. University Core Requirements 35 See pages 39 for course listings.

Check requirements for each major. Some require specific core courses.

4. Other University Requirements

Advanced Composition Requirement (see page 39) 3

5. College Requirements 15

COMM 1313 3

Communications Elective 3

See specific majors for requirement.

Bumpers College courses outside of major may be included in departmental requirements block 0-9

6. Electives .0-32 May be used to develop a minor

7. Departmental Requirements 33-59 See specific majors and concentrations

AGRICULTURAL MAJORS AND MINORS

Majors, some with concentrations, are as follows:

Agricultural Business (AGBS)

Concentration A: Agribusiness Management and Marketing (ABMM)

Concentration B: Pre-Law (PRLW)

Concentration C: Agricultural Economics (AGEC)

Agricultural Education, Communications and Technology (AECT)

Concentration A: Agricultural Education (AGED)

Concentration B: Extension and Industry Education (EXIE)

Concentration C: Agricultural Systems Technology Management (ASTM)

Concentration D: Agricultural Communications (ACOM)

Animal Science (ANSC)

Crop Management (CPMG)

Environmental, Soil, and Water Science (ESWS)

Food Science (FDSC)

Concentration A: Food Science (FDSC)

Concentration B: Food Science and Industry (FDSI)

Horticulture (HORT)

Concentration A: Horticulture Management and Production (HMAP)

Concentration B: Horticulture Science (HSCI)

Concentration C: Horticulture Merchandising (HMER)

Pest Management (PMGT)

Poultry Science (POSC)

Turf and Landscape Horticulture (TLHT)

Concentration A: Turf Management (TMGM)

Concentration B: Landscape Horticulture (LHRT)

Sixteen minors are offered:

Agricultural Business (AGBS)

Agricultural Education (AGED)

Agricultural Systems Technology Management (ASTM)

Animal Science (ANSC)

Crop Management (CPMG)

Entomology (ENTO)

Environmental, Soil, and Water Science (ESWS)

Extension and Industry Education (EXIE)

Food Science (FDSC)

Horticultural Production (HORT)

Journalism (JOUR)

Landscape Design and Urban Horticulture (LDUH)

Pest Management (PMGT)

Plant Pathology (PLPA)

Poultry Science (POSC)

Turf Management (TMGM)

For majors and minors in the School of Human Environmental Sciences, see pages 73.

Minors in Other Colleges

Students in the College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences may pursue an academic minor in the Sam M. Walton College of Business Administration (see page 183) or in the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences (see page 104). These minors usually consist of 15 to 20 hours of course work. For requirements regarding minors, check the catalog under the department offering the minor. Students must notify the dean's office of their intention to pursue a minor.

Minor in Journalism

This minor allows for a combination of training in journalism with a specialization in agriculture or human environmental sciences. Its purpose is to prepare the student for employment with firms and institutions that produce agricultural or human environmental sciences publications or employ public relations personnel.

Requirements for a minor in journalism: Students interested in a journalism minor may choose from one of three areas:

Print Journalism (18 semester hours)

JOUR 1023, 1033, 2013, 3013, 3123 and 3633

Broadcast Journalism (18 semester hours)

JOUR 1023, 1033, 2032/2031L, 3072/3071L, 3633 and 4863/4860L

Print and Broadcast Journalism (18 semester hours)

JOUR 1023, 1033, 2013, 2032/2031L, 3072/3071L and 3633

A student interested in a journalism minor must notify his or her major adviser for detailed information. The minor is coordinated by the department of agricultural and extension education.

PRE-VETERINARY MEDICINE

Because Arkansas does not have a college of veterinary medicine, the Arkansas General Assembly has authorized funds for education in veterinary medicine at out-of-state institutions. The State Board of Higher Education is the designated agent for the State of Arkansas, and the Student Loan Authority is authorized to administer the program. Terms and conditions prescribed by the Student Loan Authority are as follows: the grant will cover only out-of-state tuition, and the student will pay his or her own fees and expenses.

Contracts have been negotiated with the Board of Control for Southern Regional Education for education in veterinary medicine at Louisiana State University and at Tuskegee University. Arrangements have also been made with the University of Missouri and Oklahoma State University. Under the provisions of the legislation, only citizens of Arkansas are eligible. They must enroll in and complete the pre-veterinary medicine curriculum to satisfy the admission requirements of these colleges of veterinary medicine.

The pre-veterinary medicine program at the University of Arkansas is administered in the departments of animal and poultry science of the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences. There are faculty on staff in these departments who help counsel and advise students regarding their pre-veterinary medicine program. There are also staff veterinarians who provide some insight into the practice of veterinary medicine and are knowledgeable about many of the problems encountered in establishing a practice upon graduation. Some of these veterinarians have been in private practice; others have been involved in research full-time since graduation from veterinary medicine and graduate school. Because there is a wide cross-section of experience among these faculty, students find their counsel valuable in planning a future in veterinary medicine.

While it is possible to complete requirements for admission to some colleges of veterinary medicine in two years, most students take three years or more to complete the requirements, and most complete a B.S.A. degree before being admitted. Students who carefully plan their work may complete a B.S.A. degree by transferring hours earned in the first two years at an accredited college of veterinary medicine back to the University of Arkansas, provided they complete certain degree requirements at the University prior to entering a school or college of veterinary medicine. These students must complete a minimum of 94 hours of a 124-hour program of prescribed courses. This will require three years and one or two 6-week summer terms for most students. Students should indicate early to their adviser that they wish to be in a degree program.

The Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences is always ready to assist students in fulfilling their pre-veterinary medicine requirements whether they desire to complete them in a two-year span or over three or four years. The supporting departments at the University, including chemistry, English and biological sciences, all offer quality courses that give a student an excellent background for the pursuit of a degree in veterinary medicine.

To earn the professional degree, a student must complete the pre-veterinary medicine requirements and the four-year prescribed curriculum in one of the colleges of veterinary medicine.

Required Examinations

All required examinations are given on campus and administered by testing services (Hotz Hall 730, phone, (479) 575-3948). Exams must be taken at least by late fall of the year prior to entering vet school. Application forms for taking the exams can be picked up at testing services. Applications should be turned in at least 30 days prior to taking an exam. Students seeking admission to Louisiana State University may take the MCAT on one of the two national testing dates in the spring or early fall or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), which is given frequently.

Students who wish to apply for admission to either Tuskegee University or the University of Missouri must take the VCAT, which is given twice each fall.

Students applying for admission to Oklahoma State University must take the general test and the biology test of the G.R.E., which is given frequently on campus.

Applications

Students applying to Louisiana State University and/or Oklahoma State must fill out a Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS) form, which is available at their online site (www.aavmc.org). Students must complete the application and have it postmarked by October 1st of the year prior to beginning studies. Students applying to University of Missouri may obtain the application form off the World Wide Web at http://www..hsc.missouri.edu/vetmed.docs.adm.html. Applications must be received by November 1 of the year prior to entry. Applications forms for Tuskegee University may be obtained from the University of Arkansas department of animal science or directly from Tuskegee University. Application forms are due by December 5th of the year prior to entering school. Since requirements for the various veterinary schools periodically change, it is important that students check with their adviser about specific requirements for specific schools as they progress through the pre-veterinary requirements.

All students should contact the coordinator of veterinary medicine, Dr. Ed Piper, Animal Science Building, B149, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 (phone (479) 575-4351) in the spring prior to making fall application for admission to a veterinary school to verify that they can complete the requirements for the school they wish to attend. Pre-professional requirements and specific requirements for admission to colleges of veterinary medicine at Louisiana State University, Oklahoma State University, University of Missouri and Tuskegee University are listed with information on the home page of the department of animal science, http://pigtrail.uark.edu/depts/dbcafls/.

GRADUATE STUDIES

The Graduate School of the University, in cooperation with the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, offers the master's of science degree in each of its nine departments and in one school. Six doctoral degrees are offered. More detailed information regarding individual programs may be obtained by contacting the administrative office of each department, or by consulting the Graduate School Catalog.

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