AgDiscovery: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

You may live on the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), Tallahassee campus and work with various animal species. You’ll apply your instruction and training in practical, hands-on activities, such as blood sample collection, animal health inspection role-playing, laboratory work, research and data processing, and field trips in various animal and related industries. This program offers many different experiences in animal science, team building, and life skills to help you better understand and refine your career path. It also gives you the opportunity to apply for early admission to FAMU.

FAMU is an 1890 land-grant institution dedicated to advancing knowledge, resolving complex issues, and empowering citizens and communities. The university offers a student-centered environment consistent with its core values. The faculty is committed to educating students at the undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and professional levels, preparing graduates to apply their knowledge, critical thinking skills, and creativity in their service to society. FAMU’s distinction as a doctoral/research institution will continue offering ways to address emerging issues through local and global partnerships. Expanding on its land-grant status, the university enhances constituents’ lives through innovative research, engaging cooperative extension, and public service. While the university continues its historic mission of educating African Americans, FAMU embraces persons of all races, ethnic origins, and nationalities as life-long members of the university community.