Bryan E. Brokaw, Chair, Program Coordinator for Agricultural and Environmental Sciences    
ACU Box 27986
Abilene, Texas 79699-7986
Zona Luce Building, Room 208

Phone: 325-674-2401
Fax: 325-674-6936
Email: brokawe@acu.edu
Web: www.acu.edu/agenv

Faculty
Bryan E. Brokaw, Professor
James C. Cooke, Professor  
Emmett Miller, Assistant Professor
Foy MIlls, Professor
Michael Nicodemus, Assistant Professor

Majors:  
Agribusiness (BS) 
Animal Science (BS) 
Environmental Science (BS)
Animal Health Professions Cooperative (BS)

Minors:  
Agricultural Sciences 
Environmental Sciences

The Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences offers the Bachelor of Science
degree in agribusiness, animal science and environmental science. A "fast-track" cooperative degree in animal science is available for students who wish to enter a school of veterinary medicine after three years at ACU. Students considering graduate work or governmental employment should consult their advisor during the sophomore year. For information on scholarships available in agricultural and environmental sciences, see the department chair. 

Introduction
“The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it” (Genesis 2:15). Thus began God’s initial ministry for humankind. Though man would choose to disregard God’s command, God’s desire is for reconciliation and relationship with His creation.

The faculty in the Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (A&E) at Abilene Christian University believes in this ministry of reconciliation. We challenge students to think about their relationship with God and caring for His creation in a world that is often hostile to the Creator. Consequently, the mission of A&E is to educate students for Christian stewardship of sustainable agricultural and environmental systems throughout the world.

We take this responsibility very seriously, because it is Kingdom business. Whether it takes the form of a former student making decisions in the boardroom of corporate agribusiness, serving the poor in developing countries by teaching them to feed themselves or remediating an abused land site, our desire is that, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving” (Colossians 23:24).

If you are interested in a place where career aspirations are not disconnected from family, church and community, where learning is informed by faith and where servant leadership is expected and modeled, we encourage you to consider A&E.

Study Abroad Expectations
All students are encouraged to participate in ACU’s Study Abroad program. Classes offered at Study Abroad sites vary depending on the site. Academic advisors can assist students in planning ahead for their Study Abroad experience and should be consulted during the freshman year.

Bachelor of Science Degrees (BS)

Admission Requirements
Before being admitted to a program, a student must satisfy the requirements listed in the ACT/SAT Placement Information section of this catalog.

Agribusiness (BS)   

The BS in agribusiness combines training in agricultural economics, business and technical agriculture. Majors in this area are prepared for business allied with agriculture, including banks and other lending agencies, real estate, insurance companies, farm supply and equipment companies, firms processing and marketing agricultural products, and public agencies associated with agriculture. Students are also prepared to pursue graduate education.

ANIMAL SCIENCE (BS)    

The animal science degree is designed to prepare students to effectively serve the livestock industry by producing graduates conversant in issues related to animal agriculture. The curriculum is designed for academically talented students interested in the application of biology and technology to the care, management and study of domestic animals. While the program emphasizes traditional farm species of dairy cattle, beef cattle and swine, it also addresses companion animals, small ruminants and poultry. The animal science curriculum contains a fundamental animal science core accompanied by emphasis tracks. The tracks are pre-veterinary medicine and health, business and industry, livestock management, and biotechnology and research. Graduates are prepared for admission to professional and/or graduate programs for advanced studies or entry into career fields.  

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (BS)   

The purpose of this degree is to fulfill the educational needs of students who are preparing for careers in natural resource management. As the national consciousness of the finite nature of natural resources has increased, the extraction industries, agriculture and manufacturers in general have been required to change the way they handle natural resources. Interactions between companies that consume natural resources and regulations governing the conservation of these resources have led to the creation of new disciplines and new career opportunities. Graduate schools in colleges of agriculture as well as in colleges of arts and sciences offer degrees and graduate assistantships in a multitude of environmental areas. The emergence of new jobs in natural resource management indicate the opportunities for graduates in environmental science.

Admission Requirements
Before being admitted to a program, a student must satisfy the requirements listed in the ACT/SAT Placement Information section of this catalog.

 ANIMAL HEALTH PROFESSIONS COOPERATIVE (BS)   

The Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences offers the BS degree in cooperation with some schools of veterinary medicine. In this program a bachelor's degree (BS in Animal Science) is awarded to certain qualified students who have satisfactorily completed three years of prescribed work at ACU (a minimum of 104 hours) plus one year at a recognized school of veterinary medicine.