The Ohio State University (OSU), commonly referred to as Ohio State or OSU, is a public land-grant research university located in Columbus, Ohio. A member of the University System of Ohio, Ohio State was founded in 1870 as the state's land-grant university and the ninth university in Ohio with the Morrill Act of 1862. Ohio State was originally known as the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College and focused on various agricultural and mechanical disciplines, but it developed into a comprehensive university under the direction of then-Governor and later U.S. president Rutherford B. Hayes, and in 1878, the Ohio General Assembly passed a law changing the name to "the Ohio State University" and broadening the scope of the university. It is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity". The university's endowment of $7.4 billion in 2023 is among the largest in the world.
Agronomy studies at Ohio State University are centered within the Department of Horticulture and Crop Science, part of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. This integrated approach provides a deep exploration of plant science, focusing on essential areas like crop production, soil health, and sustainable resource management. Students and faculty engage in rigorous teaching, cutting-edge research, and impactful outreach aimed at addressing global challenges in food security and environmental stewardship. The university offers various pathways, including undergraduate specializations and graduate degrees, covering topics from plant breeding and soil fertility to digital agriculture. Graduates are prepared for diverse careers in agriculture, contributing to advancements in farming practices and environmental protection through comprehensive education and practical experience supported by excellent facilities.
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