In addition to the academic departments, the college includes the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service . The close relationship between teachers, researchers, and extension workers creates a learning atmosphere that encourages the development of the finest students. All undergraduates in College of Agriculture curriculums are required to follow the basic education core as noted below. This core meets the University Studies Program requirements and all-university requirements for state and national constitution and physical education. A wide variety of courses in agriculture, broadcasting and journalism provides students with basic preparation for positions as broadcasters, editors or writers for farm and home organizations, state and federal agencies, magazines, newspapers, radio and television stations, and commercial businesses.
Communication skills are also distinct assets in agricultural sales, research, service and teaching.
Courses in broadcasting and journalism develop proficiencies demanded by employers of communication professionals.