Undergraduate Scholarships
Scholarship applications are now being accepted for the 2009-2010 academic year. The deadline for submitting an application is February 15, 2009.
Study Abroad Scholarships
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is offering need-based $500 scholarships for CALS undergraduate and graduate students participating in college-based study abroad programs during the 2009 calendar year (January 1 - December 31). The application deadline is February 2, 2009. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Mark W. Rieger.
Undergraduate Awards
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences undergraduate awards applications are available. Please review the application to determine if you are eligible. Applications are due March 6. For more information, contact Charlotte Emerson
- Outstanding Senior Award, J. Wayne Reitz Medal of Excellence
- Outstanding Junior Award, E.T. York Jr. Medal of Excellence
- Larry J. Connor Medal of Excellence
- CALS Alumni and Friends Leadership Award
Commencement Speaker Applications
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Commencement Speaker applications are available (pdf.). Please review the application to determine if you are eligible. Applications are due February 27. For more information, contact Charlotte Emerson.
Transfer Application Deadlines
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences has changed its deadlines for transfer applications as shown below. We appreciate your interest in the college.
| CALS Transfer Application Deadlines | |
| Term | Application Deadline |
| Summer A/C | February 1, 2009 |
| Summer B 2009 | March 1, 2009 |
| Fall 2009 | March 1, 2009 |
Upcoming Events & Deadlines
- CALS Alumni & Friends Award Nomination Deadline
Tuesday, January 20 - Solutions Seminar
Thursday, February 12 - CALS Career Expo
Tuesday, February 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., J. Wayne Reitz Union, Grand Ballroom - ALSCC Club of the Year Application Deadline
Monday, March 2, 4:00 p.m., 2002 McCarty Hall D - Carl Loop Legislative Internship Program Deadline for Summer 2009
Friday, March 27, 5:00 p.m., 2002 McCarty Hall D - Spring 2009 Commencements
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Bachelors Degree Ceremony
Friday, May 1, 3:30 p.m., Stephen C. O'Connell Center
University of Florida Graduate Degrees Ceremony
Saturday, May 2, 10:00 a.m., Stephen C. O'Connell Center - Carl Loop Legislative Internship Program Deadline for Fall 2009
Friday, June 26, 5:00 p.m., 2002 McCarty Hall D
CALS Faculty and Student Awards
- Dr. Brian E. Myers, Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, received the USDA Excellence in Teaching in the Food and Agricultural Sciences New Teacher Award during the annual meeting of the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges in Chicago. Only two awards are presented annually to faculty with five or fewer years of university teaching. Dr. Myers is the ninth CALS faculty member to receive a national, regional or new teacher award from USDA.
- Mr. Felipe Carvalho, graduate student in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, received the Alec Courtelis Scholarship from the University of Florida International Center. This is the highest academic award presented to an international student.
- Ms. Farah Gulaid will be honored during the December Undergraduate Commencement as a Fall 2008 Outstanding Student Leader. Ms. Gulaid will receive the Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition. Mr. Ruan Cox will receive Honorable Mention for the same award.
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The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) administers the degree programs of the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS). IFAS is a federal, state, and local government partnership dedicated to develop knowledge in agriculture, human and natural resources, and the life sciences and to make that knowledge accessible to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. With 24 undergraduate majors, more than 50 areas of specialization and 20 graduate programs, CALS is an educational leader in the areas of food, agriculture, natural resources and life sciences.
Mission and Values
The mission of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is to provide undergraduate and graduate students with a high quality education that results in knowledge and abilities for gainful employment and additional education, productive citizenship, and lifelong learning in the areas of food, agriculture, natural resources, and life sciences as they relate to human resources, the environment, individual communities, and a global society. To achieve excellence, the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences promotes these core values:
- Respect, honesty, integrity, fairness and cooperation
- Academic excellence and scientific inquiry
- Diversity of people and ideas
- Programs that are responsive to the needs of students, Florida and the world
- Global awareness and understanding
- Opportunities for student growth, development, and career success
- Quality teaching and advising
- Education as a lifelong process
- Partnerships with faculty, students, staff and stakeholders
- The role of the College in fulfilling the IFAS mission