Photos and story by Alaina Staggs / Contributing Writer
Members of MTSU Professor Dr. Chaney Mosley’s freshman Intro to Agriculture course were welcomed to the School of Agriculture at MTSU by officers of various departmental clubs Wednesday morning for the annual Ag Club Day.
Officers and representatives of clubs such as the Equestrian Team, Block and Bridle, and the Dairy Science Club spoke to students during an in-class presentation highlighting the activities and opportunities available to MTSU students.
Clubs and organizations were also set up outside on the lawn of the Stark Agribusiness and Agriscience Center. Activities and informational sessions were provided to both students and visitors alike. Lunch was provided and served by the student Agricultural Ambassadors.
For more information regarding activities and clubs within the School of Agriculture, contact Debbie Strobel at Debbie.strobel@mtsu.edu.
The Beta Theta chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho have brothers in many of the clubs across campus and offer a strong network of support for their Greek brothers. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
The Ag Ambassadors pose for a group photo in between handing out meals. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
The Ag Ambassadors pose for a group photo in between handing out meals. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
The MTSU Poultry Science Club represents a rapidly growing facet of the agriculture department on campus. They spoke with students regarding the new Poultry Science minor offered this fall. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
Block & Bridle is one of the larger clubs within the department, and welcomes all students regardless of major to participate in a variety of livestock and animal science activities. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
MTSU Pre-Veterinary Medicine Society officers pose with a few of their exotic animals while tabling during the event. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
MTSU Agritourism Club President Mack Holden smiles next to the club’s new sign. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
The MTSU Dairy Science Club offers an exciting display featuring club photos and info during a tabling session Tuesday. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
Members of Sigma Alpha Professional Agriculture Sorority pose at their booth on the lawn. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
Collegiate FFA officer Bridget Robertson addresses students while tabling outside the SAG. (Alaina Staggs / MTSU Sidelines)
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