College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources
Welcome to the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources
The new College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources is composed of three schools, including the School of Agriculture & Natural Resources, School of Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences, and the School of Nursing. There are many exciting undergraduate and graduate degree program areas housed in the three schools. Additionally, the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources also works closely with the Kentucky State University Land Grant Program and its Research, Extension, and outreach programs.
School of Agriculture & Natural Resources
Research includes Agriculture, Aquaculture, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Food and Animal Science, and Family and Consumer Sciences. The Agricultural Research Station (ARS) encompasses all areas of research in the College of AHNR.
School of Aquaculture and Aquatic Science
Aquaculture has increased worldwide as fish consumption has increased concurrently with decreasing catches of wild fish. In Kentucky and the southern United States, aquaculture production focuses on raising freshwater species commercially.
School of Nursing and Health Sciences
The mission of the School of Nursing is to promote the health and well-being of all people through committed excellence to high-quality nursing education in the preparation of diverse, well-rounded, clinically competent, responsible and caring nurses.
Kentucky State University Land Grant Programs
Kentucky State University’s Land Grant Program strengthens underserved communities, families, farmers, individuals and youth to improve their quality of life with state-of-the-art, research-based educational programs. The program is recognized as a leading educational organization that provides inclusive services to diverse communities. We value accountability, inclusion, integrity, partnerships and collaborations, service, relevant, research-based knowledge.
USDA Civil Rights
College staff and volunteers are expected to understand and be in compliance with
civil rights laws and regulations. For more information on USDA-NIFA civil rights,
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Cooperative Extension
Kentucky State University Extension is committed to solving problems of those who have limited social and economic resources and to improving the quality of life and vitality of Kentucky communities.
Research
The Agricultural Research Station (ARS) encompasses all areas of research in the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources and 1890’s Land Grant Program.