Programs & Resources for Students

Programs and Resources for All Students

OIE Student Events and Workshops

Each semester, the CFANS Office for Inclusive Excellence hosts workshops for undergraduate and graduate students that are intended to offer support and guidance as you navigate the challenges and triumphs of college life.

OIE Student Advisory Board

The Office for Inclusive Excellence (OIE) Student Advisory Board provides guidance to OIE and Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence on concerns and interests of CFANS undergraduate and graduate students.

MANRRS

MANRRS is a national student organization that provides students with an expanded network as well as social, professional, and career building opportunities. The organization holds an annual national conference with poster sessions, public speaking events and a career/internship fair.

Scholarships and Aid

There are many ways to finance an education at CFANS, including scholarships, grants, loans and work-study programs. Explore internal and external scholarship opportunities including Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council (MAELC) Agricultural Education for All, DFNRS, and more.

Undergraduate Students

Sustainability Opportunities for Agricultural Research (SOAR) - Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates (REEU) Summer Program

The SOAR program offers an exceptional opportunity for undergraduate students to delve into the world of sustainable agriculture, food systems, and plant and soil science, while gaining professional skills to carry forward into productive careers in sustainable food systems.

President's Emerging Scholars (PES)

PES is an educational opportunity program that supports high-achieving students in their pursuit of a bachelor's degree at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Program participants benefit from a full range of services that enhance and support their academic success during the important first year of their college career.

UMTC Undergraduate Scholarship Search

Use this search engine to find University of Minnesota Scholarship options, including University of Minnesota Scholarship in Honor of George Floyd, the Puckett Scholarship, and the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC) Endowed Scholarship. It will include detailed information about the scholarship program and the application process.

Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity (SEED) Awards

The undergraduate Scholarly Excellence in Equity and Diversity (SEED) Award program, facilitated through the Office for Equity and Diversity, honors outstanding undergraduate students who are currently registered for full-time study at any of the University of Minnesota's campuses. To apply and learn more visit this page.

Graduate Students

CFANS Graduate Student Diversity Fellowship

Supporting the development of our student body is central to the mission of the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS). The Graduate Student Diversity Fellowship supports this mission by providing financial support to incoming, academically excellent students with diverse backgrounds and perspectives who are committed to further expanding their experiences through personal and community development. Race, gender, and other protected characteristics will not be considered in the fellowship selection. Nominations are submitted by department leadership.

DOVE Fellowship Match

CFANS will support a second year of funding for all Diversity of Views and Experiences (DOVE) Fellowship graduate student recipients in CFANS programs. The matching fellowship offered by the Graduate School includes a stipend along with tuition and health benefits.

Community of Scholars Program

The Community of Scholars Program (COSP) is a welcoming and inclusive community for Diversity of Views and Experiences (DOVE) Fellows and DOVE-eligible graduate students in research-based programs on the Twin Cities and Duluth campuses.

CFANS President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program

The University of Minnesota President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP) offers postdoctoral research fellowships, professional development, and mentoring to outstanding scholars in all fields. The President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is open to all, regardless of race, ethnicity, or national origin.

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