Agricultural Science (AGSC)

The purpose of this course is to provide a reflective experience as students begin their academic careers at the Pennsylvania State University. It will primarily be taught via guest lecturers and small group discussion. Both the instructor and students within the course will create and maintain a shared learning environment centered on the critical reflection of the first-year college experience. Students will also explore the four undergraduate majors within the Department of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education (AESE) and learn career development basics. The course involves some group discussions, guest presenters, short writing assignments and other homework assignments, both during and outside of class.

Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.

Formal courses given infrequently to explore, in depth, a comparatively narrow subject that may be topical or of special interest.

Courses offered in foreign countries by individual or group instruction.

Formal courses given infrequently to explore, in depth, a comparatively narrow subject that may be topical or of special interest.

Supervised student activities on research projects identified on an individual or small group basis.

Independent study directed by a faculty supervisor that culminates in the production of Agricultural Science honors thesis.

Independent study and supervised field experience related to the student's professional interest. Intended for Agricultural Science majors.

Creative projects, including research and design, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.

Formal courses given infrequently to explore, in depth, a comparatively narrow subject that may be topical or of special interest.

Courses offered in foreign countries by individual or group instruction.