SEMO Department of Agriculture

The Southeast Missouri State University Department of Agriculture gives undergraduates the choice between two different degrees, with four different areas of concentration, four minor options, and one pre-professional program.

Degree Programs:
Bachelor of Science in Education-Agricultural Education
Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness with options in Animal Science, Horticulture, Plant and Soil Science, and Agriculture Industry

Minors:
Agriculture
Companion Animals
Horticulture
Soils

Pre-Professional Program:
Pre-Veterinary Medicine


The Department of Agriculture also boasts five student organizations and clubs. They are:

Agriculture Club-One of the oldest clubs on campus; students participate in fun activities as well as service, on and off campus.

Delta Tau Alpha-The agriculture honor society for those in the top 35 percent of their class. The club is active at the national and regional level, participating in the annual convention and other local activities.

Farm Bureau-The Southeast Chapter of Farm Bureau is one of five collegiate Farm Bureau chapters in Missouri. They are sponsored by the National Farm Bureau. The club is involved in agricultural issues both on a local and state level.

Horticulture Club-The club is very active in all aspects of horticulture, bringing together majors and non-majors interested in horticulture. They are active in club and campus activities, and eat well at their meetings.

Pre-Veterinary Medicine Club-For those students who are serious about becoming veterinarians and those who are interested in animals and animal welfare. Activities center around improving their chances of getting into vet school.