Monday, September 13, 2010

College of Ag Sciences Search for Associate Dean for Research

The current search underway for the college's Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education is in its final stages. Interviews of the top three candidates will take place in late October or early November and will include opportunities for stakeholder participation in the public forums. Stay tuned...

Penn State Tops Recruiter Rankings

An article in the Wall Street Journal on September 13, 2010, indicates Penn State is #1 pick for company recruiters due to "most prepared and well-rounded" students.

Jobs Outlook Bright for Students in Ag and Natural-Resource Sciences

A study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture noted that about 54,400 annual openings will be available for individuals with bachelor's or graduate degrees in food, renewable energy and environmental specialties between 2010 and 2015. However, there will be enough agriculture and natural resources graduates to fill only 54 percent of these open positions. Click here for the full story.

Ag Career Day October 12

Ag Career Day will be held on October 12, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Bryce Jordan Center on the Penn State University Park Campus.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet and interview College of Agricultural Sciences' students. You can register to attend or get more information about participating by visiting the Ag Career Day Registration site.