Welcome to the Department of Agricultural Education and Studies!
The Department of Agricultural Education and Studies has as its focus the teaching and learning processes. All three elements of the land-grant philosophy - learning, discovery, and engagement - are part of the department's emphasis on the educational processes, and how these processes impact our clientele in a variety of agricultural settings. We offer two majors: Agriculture and Life Sciences Education (Communication Option and Teacher Certification Option) and Agricultural Studies. Our faculty and staff look forward to meeting you and working with you this fall.
One of the classes you will be enrolled in this fall is AGEDS 110A/110B - New Student Orientation. This class has three goals: help you become familiar with your university, your major and other students. In support of these goals, we have hired several peer mentors as part of the AGEDS Learning Community. These students are returning students in your major that will be there to ensure your transition to ISU is as successful as possible.
The orientation academic adviser you meet with this summer may or may not be your academic adviser this fall. You will recieve your adviser assignment in July. 
Get to know your future peer mentors by clicking on the appropriate link below:
- Agriculture and Life Sciences Education - Communications Peer Mentors
- Agriculture and Life Sciences Education - Teacher Certification Peer Mentors
- Agricultural Studies Peer Mentors
Check out our introduction video!
Visit our Departmental Website for more information about the Department of Agricultural Education and Studies