ENGAGING THE NEXT GENERATION IN AGRICULTURE
Morningside’s location in Sioux City and the tri-state region places us in the heart of one of the most productive agricultural regions in the world makes it the perfect place to share your passion for agriculture with others. This program offers a blend of agricultural sciences, business, and education prepping you to take on roles as an agricultural educator and FFA advisor.
Degrees
Agricultural Teaching Education (B.S. )
Major
A Great Fit For
- Those wishing to develop a broad understanding of the agriculture industry with access to unique opportunities in Sioux City, the state of Iowa, and beyond.
- Preparing you for a wide range of career and entrepreneurial opportunities.
- Gaining real-world experiences through interaction with business and industry professionals, clubs and organizations, travel opportunities, externships, and more.
- Developing leadership skills through co-curricular activities and research opportunities.
- Enjoying the opportunities and advantages of being a student at a small private college that allows you to immerse yourself in your education and get involved in unique experiences more quickly.
THE MORNINGSIDE DIFFERENCE
Hands on Learning Environment
You'll have access to our 3,300 square-foot state-of-the-art greenhouse, the 76-acre Lags Learning Farm, campus garden, Cargill Outdoor Classroom, and more to give you hands on experience outside the classroom preparing you for success.
Externship Program
Our externship program allows you to participate in a paid, semester-long externship in Sioux City, greater Iowa or beyond and work side-by-side with management and production teams doing real agriculture in the real world.
Career Opportunities
Morningside graduates of the agriculture and food studies program have gone into careers at Tyson Foods, Palmer Candy Company, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Farm Credit Administration, regional cooperatives, and more.
FEATURED COURSES
REQUIRED
Historical development of agricultural education programs. Philosophic premises, program goals, and objectives. Educational and social issues impacting the implementation of agricultural education programs
REQUIRED
Experiential and leadership development program requirements of students in high school agriculture are introduced. Planning, organizing, evaluating and implementing Supervised Agricultural Experience and Career and Technical Student Organizations (FFA) is emphasized.
REQUIRED
A supervised full-day capstone teaching experience in a 6-12 classroom that includes planning and implementing lessons in the student’s content major field.
REQUIRED
The study and practice of the teaching methods and materials for design, delivery, and assessment of natural and agricultural sciences at the secondary (5-12) level. This includes agricultural sciences, biology/life sciences, physics/physical science, earth/space science, and chemistry with a focus on scientific inquiry and investigations.
OPTIONAL ENDORSEMENTS
WHY STUDY AT MORNINGSIDE?
13:1
student/faculty ratio so you’re assured a quality education focused on you
99%
employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
65+
majors & pre-professional programs available
EDUCATION AT MORNINGSIDE
SHARON WALKER SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Morningside University’s Sharon Walker School of Education cultivates highly effective educators who are committed to the belief that every student will learn. You’ll have access to seasoned professionals who are well-versed in innovative practices thanks to their K-12 teaching experience, ongoing research, collaboration with local educators and schools, and active participation with professional education organizations.
LEARN BY DOING
REGINA ROTH APPLIED AGRICULTURE AND FOOD STUDIES DEPARTMENT
As an Agricultural and Food Studies student, you’ll learn how different agricultural production and business systems affect crop yields, farm and agribusiness profitability, soil health, and models of long-term sustainability. You’ll also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities giving you hands-on experience for the real world.
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Still looking for the right fit? check out some additional program options that we think might interest you or are often paired with this program. You can also view the programs page to keep exploring your options.
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MEET THE FACULTY
Keren Brooks
Assistant Professor
Morningside is full of students, faculty, and staff who seek, not only a great educational experience, but also to build and sustain communities. It is exciting, rewarding, and encouraging to work in an environment that is dedicated to uplifting others.
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Melissa Nelson
Internship/Externship Coordinator
Morningside feels like home to me. I know that sounds cliche, but it truly does. As a rural, small town kid, I love the sense of community that is felt through every aspect of work and life at Morningside University. I love getting to know my students and helping them on their path to a career that they will love and succeed in.
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Daniel Witten
Associate Professor
I love working in the close knit environment that Mside provides. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and make connections.
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