1. Department of Agriculture
Illinois State University

2. Faculty and Staff Dr. Rykerd Chair
Agribusiness Farm Industry Management
Don Meyer
Dr. O’Rourke
Dr. Spaulding
Dr. Tudor
Dr. Whitacre
Dr. Winter
Ag Education
Ag Communication and Leadership
Dr. Steffen
Dr. Wood
Animal Science Animal Industry Management Pre Vet Medicine
Dr. Lammers
David Malone
Dr. Rickard
Dr. Walker
Crop and Soil Science Agronomy Management
Dr. Armstrong
Dr. Smiciklas
Horticulture and Landscape Management
Jessica Chambers
Dr. Kopsell
Dr. Schmidt
Farm Horticulture Center
Mr. Bob Crawford
Mr. Russel Derango
Mr. Stan Kaeb
Mr. Jeffrey Robb
Mr. Randy Shroeder
Kathy Scott Admin Assistant
Dave Malone Undergraduate Advisor

3. Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Agriculture at Illinois State University is to deliver the highest quality academic programs, prepare students for careers in the food and agriculture industry, conduct scholarly activities that are beneficial to the citizens of Illinois and beyond, and provide outreach services to an ever-changing world. The Department provides the benefits of a small college within a large university, and places the student at the center of teaching and scholarship. Learning is enhanced by strong student-faculty connections and student participation in co-curricular activities and organizations. All academic programs within the Department emphasize the relationship between theory and practice. The Department prepares students to be engaged participants in a global society by fostering teamwork and an informed respect for differences among people.

4. Academic Programs Agribusiness Agronomy Management
Food Industry Management
Crop & Soil Science
Agriculture Communications and Leadership
Animal Science
Agriculture Education
Animal Industry Management
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Horticulture & Landscape Management
Graduate

5. Registered Student Organizations
NAMA - Illinois State Student Chapter of National Agri-Marketing Association - Advisors:Dr. Aslihan Spaulding and Dr. Rick Whitacre
Horticulture Club - Advisors: Jessica Chambers and Dr. Dave Kopsell
Alpha Zeta - Advisors: Dr. Dick Steffen, Dr. Kerry Tudor, and Dr. Randy Winter
Ag Science Club - Advisors: Shalamar Armstrong, Rob Rhykerd
Collegiate FFA/PAS - Advisor: Dr. Dick Steffen
Various judging teams - Advisor: Dave Malone
Fraternities include:
Alpha Gamma Rho
FarmHouse
CERES agricultural fraternity for women

6. Study Abroad
France
Study international agriculture, agribusiness, or horticulture at Ecole Superieure d' Agriculture in Angers, the gateway to the Loire Valley, for four weeks.
The agriculture of this area is varied with a wide range of animal and crop production. In addition to regular classes and field trips, participants specialize during the fourth week in agriculture, agribusiness, horticulture or international marketing and finance with an opporFrance
The agriculture of this area is varied with a wide range of animal and crop production. In addition to regular classes and field trips, participants specialize during the fourth week in agriculture, agribusiness, horticulture or international marketing and finance with an opportunity to meet with French farmers and agribusiness representatives. Instruction is in English.
Participants will also have time to explore the magic of Paris.

7. Contact Us
The Department office is located in Ropp Agriculture Building (RAB) Room 125. Agriculture courses are taught both in Turner Hall and the Ropp Agriculture Building.
Please visit Illinois State's interactive map for directions to campus and information on parking, and accessibility.
Mailing Address: Department of Agriculture Illinois State University Campus Box Normal, IL
Please visit the Illinois State Phonebook or call (309) for contact information Phone: (309) Fax: (309)