About the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences

Diverse and Dynamic Programs

College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences

The Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences includes the Department of Agricultural Sciences; the Department of Chemistry and Physics; and the Department of Life, Earth and Environmental Sciences.

In addition to providing expertise to the University’s general education curriculum, the College offers diverse and dynamic undergraduate, graduate and doctoral level programs and majors; higher education that is directed toward preparing graduates to be competent and competitive in scientific, technical, educational and professional occupations.

Providing the panhandle community and the world with knowledgeable, professional and experienced graduates.

Mission of the College

The mission of the College is to provide excellence in teaching, research and professional service in the major areas served and ultimately prepare students for employment by providing them with a skill set that will make them successful now and into the future, regardless of their chosen path.

The internationally recognized faculty of the College are eager to work with students in the classroom, in the laboratory and in the field. Students can pursue a variety of activities, from assisting faculty in conducting cutting-edge research, to completing an internship with a company competing in the global marketplace. These real-world experiences in various disciplines are the hallmark of the College and the University.

In addition to the outstanding academic training that students receive, the College offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including judging teams, departmental clubs, service-learning activities and departmental and university leadership opportunities.

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Recognizing our College Student Leaders!

The Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences sends a special thank you to students serving in Student Government roles for the 2024-2025 academic year.

The individuals serving students in our College include the following:

The Legislative Branch:
- Ania Ball
- Boone Begert
- Guadalupe Carrasco
- Tyler Duston
- Mackenzie Gardner
- Jacob Goettsche
- Karyme Martinez
- Geraldine Medina
- Keller Metzker
- Madelyn Schickedanz
- Audrey Sethaler
- Augustus Shirley
- Ammileigh Smith
- Matthew Stone

The Executive Branch:
- Kyal Browne
- Lane Golla
- Mary Vivian Ivey

The Judicial Branch:
- Yadhira Avalos
- Will Blackmon
- Gracie Robertson

THANK YOU for your service and innovative ideas brought to our College through your leadership and support for students at West Texas A&M University.

Go Buffs!