Research
Sustainable Agriculture
Environmental Management
Equity in STEM
Why UCSB and UA?
UCSB stands out with its prestigious environmental sciences program and renowned multidisciplinary approach. Integrating agriculture into UCSB's existing strengths equips graduates to lead efforts in solving environmental, economic, and social challenges in the food system. The institution's substantial population of first-generation students with familial ties to agriculture ensures that these unique insights enrich STEM education.
UA, as the first federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution in Arizona, is dedicated to meeting the educational needs of its diverse communities. The institution's Seal of Excelencia recognition underscores its commitment to Latinx student success. UA, like UCSB, enrolls many first-generation students with connections to the agriculture and food industries, providing opportunities to leverage these experiences in their educational journey.
Summer
2024 & 2025
Coursework
- Two-week intensive course on equitable and sustainable agriculture.
- Course topics will cover agricultural policy, equity, sustainable practices, and introduce students to spatial data use.
Academic Year
2024-2025
Research
- Research projects focused on equity and sustainability.
- Professional development sessions.
Eligibility
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Prerequisites
- Interest in sustainable and equitable agriculture.
- Be a 3rd or 4th standing student or Transfer student.
- Have basic knowledge of a programming language. R is preferred.
- Completion of two years of college coursework in a related field, including STEM fields, including a quantitative sequence.