With 22 majors, 19 minors, and 27 graduate programs, the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences is one of the largest and most innovative colleges at WSU.
Leaders in Discovery
In 2016, CAHNRS secured research funding exceeding $83 million, which accounts for more than 40% of all WSU research funding.
Support for Students
CAHNRS awards roughly $700,000 in scholarships annually. And to enhance experiences and opportunities, students can participate in 40 different clubs and organizations.
Real-World Impacts
CAHNRS Cougs extend science to serve individuals, families, and communities at home and around the world. Our impacts enhance quality of life, improve ecological and economic systems, and advance agricultural science.
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CAHNRS News
New leadership roles for WSU grape virologist
Naidu Rayapati, world-renowned plant pathologist, has been named director of the Irrigated Agriculture Research and Extension Center and CAHNRS assistant dean for Tri-Cities.
Interim leader Scot Hulbert to champion CAHNRS research efforts for safe, sustainable future
Plant pathologist Scot Hulbert will oversee research advances toward a safe, sustainable future at Washington State University’s College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences.…
WSU-bred barleys delivering unique Northwest beer flavors
Crunchy kernels of barley tumble from Joel Williamson’s hands as he scoops them up, offering a taste. “This is a first: The inaugural batch of…
Letter from Butch has little Coug buzzing
Abby Lindell wrote a book about bees for her second-grade class, and she got a personalized letter from Butch when he heard about it.
Los Angeles tour gives students an inspiring, real-life look at apparel careers
Aspiring apparel professionals from Washington State University got an insider’s look at the Los Angeles clothing industry in their spring study tour, becoming inspired to…
June 2: Learn to stop forest weed invaders at WSU Extension Kent workshop
Participants in WSU Extension forest workshops learn how to control invaders, such as this mass of ivy. Is ivy pulling down your trees? Are dreaded…
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The WSU Bees are getting ready to get back to work for the spring. Here’s how they survive the cold winters.