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2009-2010 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2009-2010 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

International Agriculture Minor


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Experiential learning through international study and travel broadens horizons and increases understanding of global issues by allowing students to examine different agricultural systems, the global marketplace, and the role of social values in food consumption patterns. This minor will add value to undergraduate degree programs, enhance employment opportunities with multinational corporations, and prepare students to function in diverse communities.

Program requirements (15 credit hours)


The program is open only to majors in the College of Agriculture.

The program consists of:

  • one foundation course
  • a foreign language
  • an international experience
  • and a capstone seminar
  • Students are required to complete at least two semesters of university-level foreign language courses
  • The international experience may consist of a travel study course, study abroad, community service, or internship. Academic credit can be granted for international experiences.

Foreign language courses (8-10 credit hours)


International experience (1-3 credit hours)


Capstone seminar (1 credit hour)


Elective courses


Students are encouraged to select elective courses in agriculture, social science, and humanities areas and/or free electives that complement their study of the region or country selected as the focus of their program.

Note


Students must complete a “declaration of intent” form describing their plan to fulfill the course work, language, and international experience requirements for the minor. The form will be submitted to and approved by the Office of Agriculture Academic Programs.

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