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
Dean Welcomes CAHNRS Students
Dear CAHNRS Coug, On behalf of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences, I want to welcome you as you begin this academic…
New Coug entomologist partners with growers to beat pests sustainably
As Washington State University’s newest entomologist, Tobin Northfield is finding new, sustainable strategies to defeat devastating pests threatening important crops like apples, pears and cherries.…
WSU scientist joins forces with CDC to fight vector borne diseases
John Stark, Washington Stormwater Center director, is on a CDC work group looking at the potential impact of vector-borne diseases & how to prevent them.
Cancer-fighting drugs also help plants fight disease
WSU scientists found cancer-fighting drugs can help plants fight disease as well, which could help develop new pathways for plants to battle infection.
Dean’s Visits Highlight College’s Role in Washington Tree Fruit, Medicine
CAHNRS Dean André Wright and Stemilt President West Mathison sample apples at Stemilt Grower’s warehouse and distribution center in Wenatchee. From touring fruit orchards in…
Student deploys tiny, feisty Samurai wasps to fight stink bug invader
His Toyota Prius loaded with tiny wasps, Josh Milnes is about to make life very difficult for an invasive stink bug threatening Washington fruit…
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