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Welcome from the Dean
Welcome to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University!
Agriculture and the life sciences have been an integral part of Texas A&M since 1876, when was founded as the "Agricultural & Mechanical College of Texas.”
From long-established majors such as agronomy and animals sciences to newer programs such as forensics and spatial sciences, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is widely recognized as a leader in dozens of academic disciplines.
Our award-winning faculty members are discovering the fuels of the future, unlocking genetic mysteries to cure diseases and working to ensure the safety and abundance of the food supply. The college’s more than 400 distinguished faculty members include a Nobel Prize laureate, a Pulitzer Prize winner, and many others who are among the foremost scholars in their academic field.
Our nearly 6,500 students enrolled in the college choose courses of study from more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in 14 academic departments. With dedicated faculty and almost 60 academic advisors committed to student success, our college is a place that combines world-class research and teaching with genuine Aggie friendliness.
Through the college, Texas A&M graduates more students in agriculturally-related fields than anywhere else in the country. Our former students are in positions of leadership in industry, business, government, and the non-profit sector around the world. Graduates find rewarding careers and are highly sought after. In some departments, such as poultry science, each graduate receives an average of eight job offers.
I invite you to find out more about our college by exploring this site or calling my office at (979) 845-4747.
Gig em!
Mark A. Hussey, Ph.D.
Vice Chancellor and Dean for Agriculture and Life Sciences
deanwelcome 20 Nov 2009
