College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences
Chancellor-Dean: Orlando F. McMeans
Vice Chancellor for Academics - Associate Dean: Renita W. Marshall
Executive Assistant to the Chancellor-Dean: Jacqueline Dixon
Special Assistant to the Chancellor-Dean: Angela Phelps
Administrative Assistant for the Vice Chancellor for Academics - Associate Dean: Erica Goldsberry
College Overview
The College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences (CAHES) embraces a mission that is consistent with the University’s tripartite mission of teaching, research and public service. The CAHES prepares students for professional careers in food, fiber, urban forestry and natural resources, environmental sciences, human sciences, and Agricultural Sciences and Technology using innovative strategies, up-to-date technologies, and current information. The program provides students with the fundamentals underlying their chosen disciplines, practical applications and solutions to discipline-related problems, and opportunities to transfer knowledge to others in a variety of formal and informal settings.
The research programs in Agricultural Sciences and Technology, urban forestry natural resources and the environment address problems that hold promise for enhancing agricultural productivity and profitability while protecting the environment. The research programs in human sciences focus on nutrition, health and wellness, textiles, and quality of life indicators for children, adolescents, families and consumers. The results from this research contribute to improving the quality of life and well-being of the people of Louisiana and society in general.
The College provides public service by developing, packaging and transferring information and technology in agricultural, family, and consumer sciences to clientele groups in Louisiana and society in general. Faculty and staff in the College maintain relationships with public and private universities; local, state and federal agencies; and businesses and organizations to maximize opportunities for its graduates.
The College of Agricultural, Human Sciences has four departments – the Department of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, the Department of Human Sciences, the Department of Environmental Toxicology and the Department of Urban Forestry, Environment and Natural Resources. The Department of Agricultural Sciences and Technology offers a Bachelor of Science degrees: in Agricultural Sciences and Technology with concentrations in Agricultural Business and Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Plant and Soil Sciences and Sustainable Agriculture. The Department of Human Sciences offers one degree, the Bachelor of Science in Human Sciences, with concentrations in Fashion Design, Merchandising and Textiles, Child and Family Studies, Child Life Specialist and Human Nutrition and Food. The Department of Environmental Toxicology offers a Ph.D. and the Department of Urban Forestry, Environment and Natural Resources offers degrees at the Bachelors, Master’s and Ph.D. levels.
The CAHES cultivates the whole student by promoting academic excellence and preparing students to become highly qualified professionals for careers in competitive and global markets. Our students’ study under highly qualified faculty who expose them to research and encourage involvement in public service. Many students take advantage of summer internships with businesses, state and federal government agencies as part of their education preparation for productive careers. CAHES students are also offered leadership and personal development opportunities through organizations related to their majors and are encouraged to consider study abroad programs. We are pleased that you are visiting our website to learn about our programs. Please contact us if you need more information or would like to visit.
Academic programs are described in the respective sections of this Catalog. Graduate programs are described in the Southern University Graduate School Bulletin.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
For regular admission to the College of Agricultural, Human, and Environmental Sciences, the student must complete the requirements (or equivalent) of the Center for Undergraduate Student Achievement with no less than a 2.0 grade point average.
TRANSFER OF CREDITS
A student transferring to the CAHES from another college or university must have the institution to send an official transcript to the Registrar of Southern University, Baton Rouge. All work pursued at other institutions or in another college or school at Southern University shall be reviewed and approved by the dean of the CAHES for its applicability to the specific general education and major requirements for a degree.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
To be awarded a degree in the CAHES, students must successfully complete an approved program of study with the prescribed credit hours and academic average as specified in the respective curricula. Students must pass a comprehensive examination in their respective curricula and satisfactorily complete all other required examinations and appropriate community service requirements.
The Bachelor of Science degree is awarded to students who complete the requirements of the CAHES as stated below:
- The completion of an approved program of study with a minimum overall 2.0 GPA and with no grade of less than “C” in all CAHES courses. See the section on Baccalaureate Degree Requirements for details.
- The completion of the required minimum number of credit hours in a major field. The specific semester-hour requirements for the curriculum or curricula in each program is outlined in the description of the program.
- The completion of the following general education requirements:
English..................................................................6 Hours
Mathematics...........................................................6 Hours
Arts........................................................................3 Hours
Natural Sciences.....................................................Minimum of 9 Hours
Humanities..............................................................9 Hours
Social Science ........................................................6 Hours
For additional details, consult the section on University General Education Requirements.
The College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences(CAHES) has four departments offering degrees that prepare students for a variety of cutting-edge careers.
The Department of Agricultural Sciences and Technology offers a B.S. degree with six concentrations.
- Agribusiness
- Agricultural Economics
- Animal Sciences
- Plant and Soil Sciences
- Pre-Veterinary Medicine
- Sustainable Agriculture
The Department of Human Sciences offers a B.S Degree in six concentrations.
- Child and Family Studies
- Child Life Specialist
- Culinary Food Management
- Fashion Merchandising Design and Textiles
- Nutrition and Health Informatics
- Nutrition Health and Wellness
The Department of Urban Forestry, Environment and Natural Resources offer three B.S., one M.S and one Ph.D. degrees.
The Department of Environmental Toxicology offers one Ph.D. degrees.
Contact Information
Renita W. Marshall, DVM, MS
Vice Chancellor for Academics and Student Support-Associate Dean
College of Agricultural, Human and Environmental Sciences
Office: (225) 771-0252
Email: renita_marshall@subr.edu | renita_marshall@suagcenter.com | renita.marshall@sus.edu