Welcome
The Plant and Soil Sciences Department at Oklahoma State University is an exciting place to study and work. Our faculty and staff are committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research, and extension. We offer a comprehensive educational experience for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in trying to solve some of the world’s most pressing needs with respect to food, feed, fiber, and fuel.
Please explore our website and see the opportunities our department can offer you. If you have questions or comments about what you see here, please don’t hesitate to contact us. If you are a prospective student who is interested in finding out more about our department, we would love to hear from you!
Plant Science Academy
Are you interested in preserving the health of people and the environment? You, as a high school student, can join crop breeders, agronomists and soil scientists at Oklahoma State University for the Plant Science Academy on June 6 – 8, 2012 to learn more about what it takes to responsibly provide feed, fuel and fiber for a growing population. Upon completion of the Plant Science Academy application you will be notified by Dr. Lancaster if you are accepted to the academy. At that time you will be advised as to where to send a registration fee of $45.00.
To apply or receive more information, contact Sarah Lancaster at sarah.lancaster@okstate.edu or 405-744-3525.
Plant Science Academy Application
Application deadline April 20, 2012
Youth Projects
The Departmental faculty, staff, and student body activity promote the study of plant and soil sciences to Oklahoma youth. The culturing of interest in agronomic sciences is very important as the world’s population rises and the demands upon our natural resources and food production increase. The demand for well trained individuals is high. A survey of 2009 PaSS graduates showed 100% employment immediately after graduation. In essence the demand for students with a plant and soil science degree is greater than the supply. Youth projects are designed and implemented to get students of all ages K-12 interested in not only science but higher education.
"Improving Conservation though Experimentation" Project
Land, Range, and Crop Youth Field Days
