Nutrition and Food Science (NFSC)

Each visit date holds a unique opportunity to discover something new in AGNR. This session includes a general presentation about academic program options within AGNR. The presentation will be followed by an optional visit to environmental science and fermentation science laboratories, as well as a visit to our on-campus farm!

Each visit date holds a unique opportunity to discover something new in AGNR. This session includes a general presentation on academic program options within AGNR. The presentation will be followed by an optional tour of landscape architecture and plant sciences, and the unique opportunity to step onto UMD athletics fields to learn about turf management!

Each visit date holds a unique opportunity to discover something new in AGNR.  This session includes a general presentation about academic program options within AGNR. The presentation will be followed by an optional visit to a wildlife ecology laboratory and then our on-campus farm.

Each visit date holds a unique opportunity to discover something new in AGNR. This session includes a general presentation on academic program options within AGNR. The presentation will be followed by an optional visit to environmental science laboratories and a unique opportunity to step onto UMD athletics fields to learn about turf management!!

Join us to watch our graduating students cross the stage on Thursday, May 21 from 2pm-4m. Tickets are required for the ceremony. Procession and ceremony will begin promptly at 2pm. It is recommended that guests and graduates park in Regents Garage which is ADA accessible and will have a shuttle running to/from the Armory. Campus parking as a whole will be unrestricted and pay stations will be turned off on commencement days. 

For more information: https://agnr.umd.edu/undergraduate/current-students/agnr-commencement/

Eat, Drink and Be Maryland is a relaxed chance to reconnect with fellow AGNR Terps over good food and local flavors. Share stories from campus, swap career updates, and enjoy time with friends who know what “AGNR proud” feels like.

The evening includes farm picnic dinner, wagon tour of the agronomy and horticulture programs of the Wye Research and Education Center and Strawberry shortcakes for dessert.

Your registration helps the AGNR Alumni Network keep alumni connected and support current students through mentoring, networking, and community programs. Tickets are priced at $20 and for children 10 and under it is $15. We’re looking forward to seeing you there 🎉.

Menu includes: Fried Chicken, homemade potato salad, bbq beans, fresh fruit, homemade rolls, fresh strawberry shortcake, ice tea, lemonade and water.

Join the Environmental Science & Policy program for their Spring 2026 Symposium, "Forever Chemicals: Science and Solutions to Protect Public Health." 

The event will feature a panel of experts including: 

Dr. Paul Turner, School of Public Health
Dr. Guangbin Li, School of Engineering
Mr. Zach Schafer, Maryland Department of the Environment
Moderator: Ms. Catalina Gibney, EPA Office of Groundwater and Drinking Water and ENSP Alum

We hope you can celebrate Earth Day with us at the Department of Environmental Science and Technology as we explore Technology for Environmental Good!

Our event will include two riveting panels including National Geographic's Exploration Technology Lab, innovative building and design companies, soil acoustics technology, environmental restoration projects and more!

Make sure to RSVP Today!

Panelists or Exhibits:

• Kasie Coccaro, Senior Director of National Geographic's Exploration Technology Lab

• Dan Nadash, Vice President of InventWood

• Michael Carmichael, Stormwater Manager at UMD overseeing the Campus Creek restoration

• Shue-kei Joanna Mok, Earthbound Expressions exhibit of Art/Soil Science and Acoustics

• Matt Parker, Aquaculture Business Specialist with UMD Extension

• Mitch Pavao-Zuckerman, Urban Ecologist and Agrivolatics Specialist with UMD Environmental Science & Technology

• Hannah Spates, Sustainability Lead at Cooper Carry Architecture and Design

• Robert Swam, Environmental Project Manager at Rodgers Consulting

• And a few other potential panelists and/or table exhibitors

Join us Wednesday, April 22, from 4:00 - 6:30 pm, likely under a tent in the Animal Sciences Building Courtyard. Our event is open to all, including students, faculty, staff, community and our fantastic alumni. Hope to see you there!

Tentative Schedule:

• 4:00 pm: Opening, Panel 1

• 5:00 pm: Panel 2

• 6:00 pm: Exhibit Tables, Posters, Alumni Award and Dinner

Join us for the University of Maryland's annual springtime open house! Bring family and friends to enjoy interactive demonstrations, performances and workshops that celebrate community, discovery and Terp pride.

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AGNR faculty and staff are invited to the 2026 State of the College and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 13, at 10:00 am at the Riggs Alumni Center. The AGNR Faculty and Staff Excellence Awards serve to recognize and celebrate the exceptional achievements and contributions of our colleagues across the College in innovative research, impactful teaching, meaningful extension work, service, and leadership.