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Program Description
Graduate Programs
The Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology discovers, develops, and disseminates science based knowledge concerning arthropods and plant pathogens. Entomology is the science and study of insects and related arthropods and their management. Plant Pathology is the science and study of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and nematodes that cause diseases of plants and their management. A strong academic background in the biological sciences is essential for success in both disciplines. Research programs range from basic studies of cellular, physiological, and genetic aspects to broad ecological and population studies with emphasis on the development of practical pest management strategies. |
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There are many diverse career opportunities for graduates of these programs including positions involved with pest management for crops and horticultural commodities, livestock production, stored products such as grains and processed foods, urban pest management, and agricultural biotechnology. Other graduates have entered into private industry, research laboratories or county, state or federal government agencies, and Universities. Some develop their own businesses as consultants and/or entrepreneurs.
Admission Requirements
B.S. for admission to M.S. programs; M.S. for admission to Ph.D. programs. A TOEFL score of 550 is required for international applicants; Graduate Record Examination for all applicants; official copies of all university transcripts; three letters of reference; a letter outlining research interests and professional goals.
Faculty List And Their Research Activities
Cindy Blackwell, Ph.D., Texas A&M University
Research Interests: Ethics in Leadership, Agricultural Communications.
D. Dwayne Cartmell II, Ph.D., University of Missouri
Research Interests: Media Evaluation, Urban/Rural Interface, Gate Keeping Strategies.
Charles B. Cox, Ed. D., Oklahoma State University
Research Interests: youth Development, Volunteeer Management, Agricultural Literacy.
M. Craig Edwards, Ph.D., Texas A&M University
Research Interests: Time and Teacher behaviors in student learning, preparation and induction of beginning agriculture teachers, the student teacher-cooperating teacher relationship, in-service education for mid- and late-career agriculture teachers, agricultural education in post-communist countries.
Kathleen D. Kelsey, Ph.D, Cornell University
Research Interests: Stakeholder involvement in land-grant universities, research and evaluation methods, especially qualitative methods.
James P. Key, Ed. D., North Carolina State University
Research Interests: Water quality, evaluation, distance education.
James G. Leising, Ph.D., iowa State University
Research Interests: Agricultural Literacy, Curriculum development, models for agriculture teacher education.
Christian Morgan, Ph.D., University of Florida
Research Interests: Student Internship Placement and Experiences, student career preparation, high school youth leadership instruction, student leadership knowledge and skills acquisition, undergraduate leadership program evaluation.
Penny L. Pennington, Ph.D., Texas A&M University
Research Interests: Leadership education and studies.
Shelly R. Sitton, Ph.D., Oklahoma State University
Research Interests: Agricultural Communications, content analysis, curriculum evaluation.
William G. Weeks, Ph.D., Texas A&M University
Research Interests: Experiential Learning, student development and leadership.
Graduate Faculty List
The Department of History awards teaching assistantships for students who assist faculty in classes. The application form for assistantships is included in the departmental admissions packet. Annual awards are made by the department to underwrite graduate student research and travel to professional meetings.
Contact Information
Dr. Nathan Walker
311E NRC
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK 74078 - 6026
Phone: 405-744-6830
Fax: 405-744-6039
Email: nathan.walker@okstate.edu
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