Why I Chose My Major

Students in AGNR explain why they chose their majors...

"The Animal Science program here at the University of Maryland has allowed me to not only study my passion for animals, but to have hands-on experience to help me stand out. The coursework is challenging and pushes me to excel in more ways than I can count. I chose Animal Science for the love of exploration, for the excitement of future conservation projects and for the need to learn all I can about the creatures I adore."
-Katie Ernest
Animal Sciences

"I chose my major because I want to become a world-renowned veterinarian. This has been my dream since I was five years old, and most people who pursue their childhood dreams reach their goals because they strive high in order to accomplish them. I have a strong love for animals and their well-being, which is why I want to be a vet."
-Alenna Monet
Animal Sciences

"I chose my major in Animal Sciences because I had become really interested in biological sciences in high school, and combined that with a life-long love of working with animals. I had not thought of becoming a veterinarian since I was much younger, but when someone suggested I consider that path, I instantly knew that was exactly what I was looking for. I have loved each and every one of my animal science cources, even when they were really challenging. Everything I learn seems so practical, and I know each class is putting me one step closer to one day helping animals for a living. Who could ask for a better job?"
-Ashley Roller
Animal Sciences

"I chose this major because I have a very strong love of wildlife and am really interested in ecology. This major has given me a broad education and is very multi-disciplinary. I feel that with this major there will be many opportunities for me once I graduate. I plan on going into wildlife conservation when finished with my undergraduate degree and going for a master's degree in ecology and evolution."
-Desiree Simmons
Environmental Science & Policy

"The term environmental economics may seem fairly new to many, but it has been quietly influencing the human society for many years. As our generation begins to learn more about the economics of resource allocation, climate change and sustainability, the multidisciplinary study of environmental and resource economics begins to gain significance in policy and decision making. AGNR offers a truly multidisciplinary Environmental Science and Policy major with a variety of concentrations, and I chose Environmental Economics to further explore the intricate relationship between our natural and economic environment."
-Jason C.Y. Wong
Environmental Science and Policy

"I chose my major because I am passionate about the environment. I find it to be a very fascinating subject, and it is so applicable to all parts of our daily life. When I was choosing which college I wanted to attend, I found that the ENSP program, and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources as a whole was very welcoming and extremely helpful. The classes are interesting, and students have the freedom to choose what they want to focus on within the major. I can't imagine being at a different school or not studying our environment."
-Sarah Woolsey
Environmental Science & Policy

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Last updated: 02/15/2011

Maryland State Fair 2012 Youth Employees - Due July 15th
It is that time again! The Maryland State Fair will be coming up and we are looking for 4-H youth who would like to work at the State Fair. This opportunity is open to senior 4-Hers. Visit our website at http://www.maryland4h.org/What%20New.cfm for the application materials due back to Linda Walsh by July 15th. See you at the Fair! - posted May 15, 2012

Maryland 4-H Scholarships
Don't forget! Maryland 4-H Scholarship Applications are due June 1, 2012! - posted May 15, 2012

Diamond Clover Revisions
Our Revised Diamond Clover Guidelines are posted on our website in the “Youth and Families” section under “Awards & Recognition”. These revisions will apply to all 2013 Diamond Clover Proposals – note the due date for 2013 Proposals at the State 4-H Office is September 15th – and for future years – remember the September 15th due date at the State Office level. Youth should check for local turnaround times with their 4-H Educators. NOTE: since the Diamond Clover Guideline have just been revised – we do not want to deter any current plans or projects – so, we will accept any proposals approved at the county/city level for this year, so send any that you have gotten approved on the county/city level to the State 4-H Office – THEN for 2013 we will start with the September 15th Deadline. - posted May 15, 2012

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