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Connecting talent with opportunity

October 17, 2025 by Abigail E. Addae

2025 annual Ag Career Expo.

Students in Missouri State University’s Darr College of Agriculture had the chance to sow seeds for their future careers during the annual Agriculture Career Expo.  Open to all Missouri State agriculture majors, the event took place on Sept. 25 at the Darr Agricultural Center. Students got to interact with employers and explore full-time, part-time and internship positions … [Read more...] about Connecting talent with opportunity

Filed Under: Academic affairs Tagged With: Darr College of Agriculture, Missouri State, Students

Transferring to the Bears Den

September 26, 2025 by Strategic Communication

A portrait of Braxton Bishop smiling at the camera.

Transferring to a new university is a significant life transition, filled with both excitement and uncertainty.   For Missouri State University sophomore Braxton Bishop, this decision was inspired by his passion for equine science.   “I was drawn to join Missouri State because of its Equestrian Team,” said Bishop. “I’ve always wanted to be a part of a successful equine … [Read more...] about Transferring to the Bears Den

Filed Under: Academic affairs, Student Feature Tagged With: animal science, School of Agricultural Science and Conservation, Student Success

Shaping the future of agricultural education

September 10, 2025 by Abigail E. Addae

A photo of Dr. Kendrick Spencer

For nearly a decade, Dr. Kendrick Spencer, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Agricultural Leadership at Missouri State University, has contributed to agricultural education in Texas.   With strong research expertise and a passion for developing the next generation of agricultural educators, his arrival marks an exciting new chapter for the university.   From … [Read more...] about Shaping the future of agricultural education

Filed Under: Academic affairs Tagged With: agriculture education, Darr College of Agriculture, faculty, Kendrick Spencer

Doubling down on agriculture education

August 7, 2025 by Strategic Communication

Karls Hall on the Missouri State University campus.

The William H. Darr College of Agriculture at Missouri State University is making a bold investment in the future of agriculture education by welcoming two accomplished professionals to the School of Hospitality and Agricultural Leadership. This fall, Dr. Kendrick Spencer and Jon Wilson bring a dynamic blend of research expertise and classroom leadership to the program, … [Read more...] about Doubling down on agriculture education

Filed Under: Academic affairs, Academic Programs Tagged With: agriculture education, Darr College of Agriculture, faculty, Faculty News, School of Hospitality and Agricultural Leadership

Strengthening global partnerships

July 11, 2025 by Abigail E. Addae

A group photo of representatives from Missouri State University and Southwest University in China. Dr. Lacy Sukovaty (first on the right) and Dr. Melissa Bledsoe (second on the right) from the Darr College of Agriculture are seated in the front row, alongside Chinese colleagues.

In May, Dr. Melissa Bledsoe and Dr. Lacy Sukovaty from the Darr College of Agriculture represented Missouri State University in China.  The trip’s purpose was to strengthen academic partnerships and build deeper connections with students and faculty of Southwest University in Chongqing.  Visiting valued global partners Bledsoe, the college’s dean, and Sukovaty, School of … [Read more...] about Strengthening global partnerships

Filed Under: Academic affairs Tagged With: Darr College of Agriculture, environmental plant science and natural resources, faculty, Lacy Sukovaty, Melissa Bledsoe, study

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