International flags fly in the Global Courtyard on main campus.

International Programs

Our research, teaching and extension take place all over the world. Members of our department participate in a plethora of different projects across the globe. Additionally, we offer our students unique opportunities to expand their horizons through study abroad programs. So our work is truly making a difference in communities worldwide.

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Plant and Microbial Biology Projects

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Diving into Plant Biology

Plant biology isn’t limited to the study of land plants. Georgia Verani spent part of her summer earning a diving certificate and studying aquatic ecosystems in Bonaire.

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A woman in scuba gear points to a tree of coral attached to a buoy. — Georgia Varani scuba diving off the coast of Bonaire in front of a Staghorn coral tree. Coral trees are used to grow coral for reef restoration.

Exploring a Genetic Puzzle in Nagoya Japan

Zander Ketwitz spent the summer abroad doing research in the lab of Professor Maurizio Camagna at Nagoya University.

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A students smiles outside a Japanese temple while studying abroad.