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The A.S. degree in Environmental Science at LaGuardia Community College provides students with a broad, interdisciplinary, hands-on curriculum through which to study environmental topics. Grounded in the sciences, students develop a deep understanding of the complexity of current environmental challenges through the integration of coursework and research with real-world experiences including internships and volunteer events.
This major has three tracks or options: (1) General Environmental Science, (2) Sustainable Urban Agriculture and (3) Animal Science
The Animal Sciences Option is for students interested in working with animals with a focus on disseminating new knowledge about the biology and management of animals to make a positive impact in the world. Animal Science offers courses such as genetics, animal physiology, microbiology and animal behavior and ethics. This option provides students with the scientific knowledge, skills, and experience needed to be competitive for entry into undergraduate fields such as Veterinary Science/Medicine, Companion Animal Science, Equine Science, Laboratory Science, Production Animal Science, and Wildlife Science to name a few. Students in this track will be placed into internships with the wildlife conservation society to work with local zoos such as Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, laboratory animal research facilities, such as Weill Cornell School of Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, equine and dairy facilities in upstate NY and Long Island.
Learn more about the Animal Science Discovery (AnSciD) program and events in partnership with Rutgers University, offering Summer Experiential Learning, Career Development, and Scholarship Pipeline.
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What makes this major unique?
LAGCC is the first community college in the NYC area to offer an A.S degree with a specialization in Animal Sciences. This program offers you the ability to get an associates degree taking courses that are directly related to your career interests such as Animal Science. The breadth of this program allows you to specialize in Wildlife and Conservation Science, Zoology, Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Equine Science, Companion Animal Science or Laboratory Animal Science at the four year level.
Career Possibilities
Due to the effects of climate change, air, water, and soil pollution, the need for sustainable energy and restoration solutions jobs in the green sector are expected to grow, and expertise in understanding sustainable systems are expected to remain in high demand. The Occupational Outlook Handbook from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states, “Employment of environmental scientists and specialists is projected to grow 8 percent from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 9,400 openings for environmental scientists and specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade.” In addition, a Purdue university report states, “In the United States between 2020 and 2025 we expect employment opportunities to remain strong for new college graduates with interest and expertise in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources and the environment (FARNRE). Approximately 59,400 openings annually reflect a 2.6% growth in employment opportunities from the previous five years. Approximately 61% of the positions will be filled by new college graduates with FARNRE degrees, and the other 39% by new graduates with degrees from allied fields (biology, mechanical engineering, accounting, journalism, etc.)”
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LaGuardia-Rutgers NEXTGEN Summer Experiential Learning & Internship
For students interested in hands-on learning modules in animal science, agriculture, veterinary science, biomedical research, and USDA Jobs? Then this would be a perfect internship for you!
The Animal Science Discovery Program at LAGCC funded by the US Department of Agriculture will be recruiting 20 students for a paid summer experiential learning program. This internship will earn you 3 credits at Rutgers University, Animal Science program. The program will run from June 23rd- July 11th. All expenses (accommodations, round trip (first and last day), and food) will be covered. A stipend of $1500.00 will be awarded for competition of the program.
Please contact Dr. Preethi Radhakrishnan for more details.
We encourage students to apply using the following application form.
LaGuardia-Rutgers NEXTGEN Transfer Scholarship
The LAGCC-Rutgers Transfer Scholarship is a merit-based, full scholarship for LaGuardia Community College students to attend Rutgers University-New Brunswick and earn their bachelor’s degree in Animal Science.
This scholarship is funded by the NEXTGEN grant initiative of USDA-NIFA. Scholarship details:
Please contact Dr. Preethi Radhakrishnan for more details.
We encourage students to apply using the following application form.
Environmental Sciences NextGen Paid Internship Opportunity
For students interested in participating in a PAY Internship with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and various environmental and agricultural organizations in New York City. A stipend of $1,500 is available for participants.
Please contact Dr. Preethi Radhakrishnan for more details.
We encourage students to apply using the following application form.
This program has a waiver to require STEM courses in the Common Core.
A. REQUIRED CORE: 13 credits
English: 6 credits
Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning: 3 credits
Select one of the following courses – 3
Life & Physical Sciences: 4 credits
B. FLEXIBLE CORE: 18 Credits
Select one course from each of the five flexible core categories AND one additional course from any flexible core category:
Students are required to select one Urban Study course to complete college requirement. To complete the degree requirements from the Flexible Core, students are advised to select courses from the recommended course selections listed on the program website. Note: Students can select only two courses from any one discipline.
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