University of Connecticut

United States of America

The Dairy/Livestock option in Animal Science is designed to prepare students for a successful career in the dairy or livestock industry. Graduates should be able to:- Integrate the knowledge and skills required to efficiently manage dairy, beef, sheep, poultry, and swine operations- Demonstrate the ability to think clearly and critically about farm management issues and problems, and make appropriate decisions in a variety of situations- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and integrate appropriate management techniques, such as milking, feeding, young animal care, and disease control into production operations- Recognize the importance of genetics, physiology, nutrition, health, and other factors that contribute to the efficiency and quality of animal production- Use appropriate computer applications to increase the efficiency of production enterprises

Official high school transcripts or GED Records, Letters of Recommendation and Essay, Average GPA 3.47, TOEFL: PBT-550, CBT- 213, or iBT-79, IELTS-6.5.

Farm Manager, Veterinary Assistant, Herd Manager, Breed Association Representative, Livestock Breeder, Artificial Insemination Technician, Technical Representative, Laboratory Animal Technician, Animal Welfare Technician, Feed and Animal Product Sales Representative, Animal Sales and Marketing Specialist, Meat and Food Processing Technician, Breed Association Representative

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The Equine option in Animal Science is designed to prepare students for a successful career in the horse industry. Graduates should be able to:- Integrate the knowledge and skills required to efficiently manage an equine operation- Understand the importance of genetics, physiology, nutrition, training and other factors that contribute to horse health and performance- Incorporate appropriate management techniques, such as feeding, exercise, mare and foal care, and disease control into equine operations- Select and evaluate horses, and demonstrate training and riding skills- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work well with others- Relate principles of science and technology to the equine industry- Students selecting the Equine option in Animal Science develop a broad base of knowledge and skills to prepare for a successful career. Courses provide a balance of theoretical and practical instruction in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, breeding and reproduction, behavior, and management.

Official high school transcripts or GED Records, Letters of Recommendation and Essay, Average GPA 3.47, TOEFL: PBT-550, CBT- 213, or iBT-79, IELTS-6.5.

Horse Trainer, Horse Farm Manager, Feed Sales and Marketing Representative, Laboratory Animal Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Equitation Instructor\Breed Association Representative

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The goal of the Horticulture program is to prepare students for employment, management, or entrepreneurial positions in florist, garden center, landscaping, greenhouse and nursery operations or related businesses.A graduate of the program should be able to:- Understand basic fundamentals of plant growth- Understand relationships between soil and plants- Understand plant water relationships- Understand Integrated Pest Management related to plant management- Understand plant/environment interactions- Understand how plant management practices/strategies effect water quality and the environment- Identify and describe insect, disease, and physiological problems of plants and develop control strategies- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing- Demonstrate skills in accessing information- Demonstrate mathematical skills utilized by today s Green Industry- Identify major taxa of ornamental plants, both woody and herbaceous- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of landscape plant management- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of horticultural crop production- Demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate uses of ornamental plants- Demonstrate an understanding of the principles and practices of plant propagation.- Demonstrate a professional attitude in relationships with employers, customers, fellow employees, and professional peers.- Understand the importance of professional development, continuing education, and life-long learning as components of a successful careerThe Department of Plant Science offers a wide range of courses in Horticulture providing both academic and applied educational opportunities.

Official high school transcripts or GED Records, Letters of Recommendation and Essay, Average GPA 3.47, TOEFL: PBT-550, CBT- 213, or iBT-79, IELTS-6.5.

Graduates have gone into business for themselves, or worked in floricultural or nursery production, sales, landscaping, groundskeeping, retail garden centers, florist shops

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The Turfgrass Management program is designed to provide students with basic and applied knowledge in turfgrass science and management. Formal and informal learning settings offer students the opportunity to gain a great deal of hands-on experience and design a unique educational experience, with exposure to all aspects of the industry. Students complete course work in turfgrass management and other related fields, such as soil science and fertility, pest control, ornamental horticulture, landscape design, environmental science, and business management. Internships arranged with landscape or lawn care businesses, golf courses, athletic facilities, and municipal, state or federal agencies allow students to gain practical experience and engage in career networking.

Official high school transcripts or GED Records, Letters of Recommendation and Essay, Average GPA 3.47, TOEFL: PBT-550, CBT- 213, or iBT-79, IELTS-6.5.

Careers in residential and commercial landscaping, golf courses, athletic and recreational fields, and parks and recreational land management.

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Taking as its central mission the study of peoples of African descent on the continent and in the diaspora, the Africana Studies major seeks a nuanced and interdisciplinary understanding of the human experience. The Africana Studies major does so through the humanities, arts, and social sciences, with particular emphasis on continuities and discontinuities across geography and time. Its broad educational objectives are to engender among all students an intellectual appreciation of black lives and their saliency for all human experience; to deepen students critical analytic skills; and to value social equality, democracy, and humanitarianism.

Official high school transcripts or GED Records, Letters of Recommendation and Essay, Average GPA 3.47, TOEFL: PBT-550, CBT- 213, or iBT-79, IELTS-6.5.

Jobs in government, Community agencies, International organizations, Business, Journalism and communications, or careers in research and teaching

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