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
Aug. 24: Annual WSU Family Forest Field Day to be held in McCleary
WSU Extension & Washington DNR host an all-day outdoor educational field day for small forest landowners.
Youth camp bridges new ideas with traditional Native American culture
Students in Apparel, Merchandising, Design, and Textiles help youth prepare clothing for feast
CAHNRS faculty elected to Washington State Academy of Sciences
Two distinguished faculty members of Washington State University’s College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resources Sciences are among eight WSU scientists elected to the Washington…
Study demonstrates stress reduction benefits from petting dogs, cats
WSU scientists have shown that Pet Your Stress Away programs have stress-relieving physiological benefits.
USDA Fellowships help students defend Northwest crops, people from pests, pathogens
Helping sustainably protect important Northwest crops like potatoes, peas, and vegetables from pests and disease, while safeguarding consumers against foodborne illness, students at Washington State…
Aug. 10: Forestry field day helps woodland owners care for trees
The Puget Sound Forest Owners Field Day offers owners of wooded property the chance to build skills for caring for their land and trees.
Featured Video
The WSU Bees are getting ready to get back to work for the spring. Here’s how they survive the cold winters.