Building a better world through excellence in science, service and solutions.
School of Agriculture
School of Agriculture
The School of Agriculture is the land-grant division of the University. Our School provides research-based solutions, information, and technology for students, individuals, families, and communities to enrich their lives. In all its endeavors, the foremost priority of the School is to deliver products and services most effective in meeting the needs and expectations of its clients and stakeholders.
Success begins with a dream – an inspiration to explore new ideas and discover new ways to enrich your life, to “Build a Better World”.
Whether you are a student, a member of our Virginia agricultural community or a resident concerned about economic growth and prosperity, the School of Agriculture programs are among the premiere at Virginia State University. We address issues locally, nationally and globally.
“We want to produce students who are leaders and entrepreneurs, who have practical learning experience and international exposure.”
Dean Hairston
The School of Agriculture is “Building a Better World Through Excellence in Science, Service and Solutions” via its tripartite mission - to educate, to engage in research benefiting a diverse body and by applying the research in assistance to students, communities, youths programs, underserved and limited resource clients, through the Cooperative Extension interest of the school.
Building a Better World
Virginia State University is building a better world through an innovative agricultural program.

