Geoscience & Agriculture Department
- Work outdoors in forests, fields, streams, and lakes to evaluate and preserve natural
resources.
- Federal data shows steady sector growth and abundant job opportunities for geoscience
and agriculture careers.
- The median annual salary for agriculturalists and geoscientists ranges from $33,000
to $87,000.
source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
ASSOCIATE DEGREES
Natural Resources & Environmental Science, A.S.
Students can earn an associate degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Science,
preparing them for career fields that protect and manage air, soil, and water quality.
Students spend significant time in outdoor learning environments such as the Robeson
Hills Nature Preserve and the Wabash River.
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Geoscience Concentration A.S. Transfer
Students can earn an associate degree in Geoscience, with training in geography and
geology. The two-year major is designed for transfer to Purdue University, Indiana
State University, or the University of Southern Indiana for completion of a bachelor’s
degree.
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Sustainable Foods and Farming Systems
Concentration A.S. Transfer
Students can earn an associate degree in Sustainable Foods and Farming Systems. The
program is a cooperative effort between VU and Purdue University and is designed to
prepare graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree in sustainable food practices.
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Forestry and Conservation Concentration,
A.S. Transfer
Students can earn an associate degree in forestry and conservation, learning how to
manage the growth, protection, and harvesting of trees and how to protect and use
natural resources without damaging the environment.
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Agriculture Concentration, A.S. Transfer
Students can earn an associate degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences,
with an emphasis on Agriculture. This two-year program equips students with a comprehensive
understanding of sustainable agricultural practices, resource management, and environmental
conservation.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Pre-Veterinary Technology, C.G.
Graduates may earn a certificate of graduation for pre-veterinary technology. Those
that complete the program may transfer to a four-year university or find employment
in institutions that help people take care of their pets.
We are the 'Outsiders'; because our labs are outdoors.
Bachelor Degrees
Education - Science - Earth and Space Science Concentration, B.S.
A 4-year Science Education degree at the Vincennes Campus. Students can specialize
in Chemistry with concentrations in Earth/Space Science, Biology, and Physics. This
program qualifies graduates for licensure in their chosen content area, allowing them
to teach grades 5-12. Graduates can apply for state licensure, meeting the standards
set by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).
Have questions?
We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal
goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@VINU.EDU or call 812-888-4313 for more information.
OUR FACULTY
Assistant Professor/Department Chair
Penny Padgett
Distance Education Instructor
