FVSU veterinary technician uses new appointment to advance program
Mon, February 11, 2019
As Fort Valley State University's veterinary technology program …
Fulbright scholar provides insight into Bangladesh’s agricultural industry
Thu, February 07, 2019
Fulbright scholar Dr. M. Saidur Rahman recently visited Fort Val…
Workshop addresses the need to conserve water
Tue, January 22, 2019
More than 71 percent of the earth's surface is composed of water…
Fort Valley State Extension conducts training conference in Worth County
Thu, January 17, 2019
A crowd of more than 75 small farmers, homeowners and gardeners …
Taking charge of agricultural economics
Tue, January 08, 2019
Two Fort Valley State University seniors will have additional fu…
Leading the way in agriculture
Tue, January 08, 2019
Agricultural economics senior Adelia McKinley continues to make …
Seeing the big picture
Wed, October 10, 2018
A Fort Valley State University professor is using a $200,000 gra…
Setting the tone as agricultural visionaries
Fri, October 05, 2018
Taking agriculture to the next level is only the beginning for t…
Fort Valley State University state 4-H program leader earns Award for Excellence in Extension
Mon, September 17, 2018
Woodie Hughes Jr., Fort Valley State University’s assistant Ex…
Summer internship helps FVSU student further develop research skills
Fri, September 14, 2018
Returning this fall semester as a senior, Fort Valley State Univ…
Twiggs County residents learn resume’ writing tips from Fort Valley State
Thu, September 13, 2018
ob seekers in Twiggs County looking to enhance their employment …
Revolutionizing veterinary science: Synthetic canine provides hands-on training for students
Fri, September 07, 2018
Fort Valley State University students are putting their hands to…
Fort Valley State University professor awarded grant to help Georgia’s billion dollar forestry industry
Tue, August 21, 2018
Dr. Cedric Ogden, professor of agriculture engineering technolog…
Conference provides resources for meat goat farmers
Fri, August 17, 2018
Goat meat may not be the first choice of meat for some American …
Adding value to agriculture
Mon, July 30, 2018
The path to achieving sustainability for diverse populations cou…
Students from across Georgia complete TEAM Success program
Wed, July 25, 2018
A select group of 19 high school students and graduates received…
Future chefs hone their cooking skills at Fort Valley State
Wed, July 25, 2018
A new generation of chefs learned the basics of food preparation…
Fort Valley State University’s 4-H Club to host STEM clinic
Thu, July 12, 2018
Students in fourth through sixth grades can attend a low cost, t…
Small business workshop promotes innovation
Thu, July 12, 2018
Aspiring innovators looking to implement a new product or servic…
Professor from Puerto Rico conducts lecture at Fort Valley State University
Tue, July 10, 2018
Dr. Prachi Tripathi, a visiting professor from the Interamerican…
Macon County residents learn about forestry health at workshop
Tue, July 10, 2018
A crowd of more than 35 farmers and Macon County residents seeki…
Thinking nanoscale: FVSU researcher uses training to help students, farmers
Thu, July 05, 2018
An 1890 Capacity Building Grant is helping Fort Valley State Uni…
Discovering veterinary science: High school students experience AgDiscovery
Mon, June 25, 2018
Fort Valley State University hosted the annual AgDiscovery progr…
Love & Agriculture
Mon, June 18, 2018
A love and agricultural connection that began at Fort Valley Sta…
Mastering the juggling act: FVSU retiree reaches milestones serving students, local communities
Wed, June 13, 2018
Wearing multiple hats can often be referred to as a juggling act…
FVSU graduate student wins food safety award
Tue, June 12, 2018
A Fort Valley State University graduate student received recogni…
Agricultural students earn top awards at national conference
Tue, June 12, 2018
A national organization that empowers minorities in agriculture,…
Mobile market visits FVSU Head Start facilities
Wed, June 06, 2018
Families in Fort Valley can enjoy meals cooked with fresh fruits…
Retiree leaves university in good standing
Tue, June 05, 2018
Danetta Jones, head of management/fiscal operations for Fort Val…
FVSU researcher uses natural approach to combat harmful bacteria on goat meat
Mon, June 04, 2018
The recent outbreak of Escherichia coli (E. coli) in romaine let…
College of Agriculture professor selected as university fellow
Mon, June 04, 2018
A professor in the College of Agriculture, Family Sciences and T…
Laurens County residents learn valuable land ownership information
Mon, June 04, 2018
Farmers and landowners seeking information about forestry health…
Retired Fort Valley State professor presented with a cabin named in his honor
Tue, May 29, 2018
Officials representing Georgia Agricultural Education presented …
County program assistants help small farmers improve goat health
Thu, May 24, 2018
County program assistants help small farmers improve goat health
Stepping to the challenge: FVSU family and consumer sciences student first to receive new scholarship
Thu, May 10, 2018
When encouraged to apply for the Coveris Georgia Association of …
Trusting the process: Wildcat Kiamata Dukes fights through the storm and emerges as a FVSU graduate
Wed, May 09, 2018
Everyone has a story to tell. For 23-year-old Kiamata Dukes, her…
FVSU family and consumer sciences professor wins state award
Wed, May 09, 2018
A Georgia Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (GAFCS) aw…
National organization awards FVSU dairy scientist
Fri, May 04, 2018
The American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) is honoring Dr. Yo…
Veterinary students receive honors for animal husbandry work
Thu, May 03, 2018
Ashlynn Yack and Ebony Bays, FVSU junior veterinary technology m…
FVSU veterinary science professor appointed to a national committee
Wed, May 02, 2018
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recently appo…
Fulbright scholar visits FVSU
Tue, May 01, 2018
A biotechnologist who specializes in molecular plant-pathogen in…
Loving people, changing lives
Wed, April 25, 2018
Dr. Samuel Taylor shares his passion for people and his journey …
Agricultural students honored for academic achievements at Agri-Demic Forum
Mon, April 23, 2018
Fort Valley State University students, parents and their support…
Eating healthy on a dime
Thu, April 19, 2018
Family learns how to prepare nutritious recipes with a budget
Horticulturalist provides tips to jumpstart National Gardening Month
Mon, April 16, 2018
April is National Gardening Month, and spring is usually the sea…
FVSU graduate students investigate the versatility of a 'royal' plant
Mon, April 16, 2018
A native of China, the "royal empress" tree called paulownia cou…
Twiggs County residents “keep jamming” at walkathon
Fri, April 13, 2018
More than 36 residents of Twiggs County decided to spend the noo…
Driving for success
Tue, April 10, 2018
Christina Sanders did not grow up on a farm, but as she grew to …
Georgia agricultural issues and updates discussed at 36th Ham and Egg Legislative Breakfast
Tue, April 10, 2018
More than 180 guests flocked to Fort Valley State University’s…
Transforming communities through technology
Thu, April 05, 2018
A new program may soon help communities become innovative thinke…
Preparing for the future
Tue, April 03, 2018
Two Fort Valley State University agricultural science majors rec…
4-H Expo week comes to a close with awards banquet
Mon, April 02, 2018
Fort Valley State University’s 4-H Club members gathered at th…
Free conference attracts hundreds to Fort Valley State University
Mon, April 02, 2018
People interested in farming, modern technology, current events …
Fort Valley State University’s outreach coordinator selected for BALLE Fellowship
Mon, April 02, 2018
Fort Valley State University employee Brennan Washington will se…
FVSU professor helps develop new system in South Africa
Mon, March 26, 2018
Fort Valley State University associate professor of animal scien…
People, Passion, Pursuit
Mon, March 19, 2018
Ghangela Jones, a 2010 Fort Valley State University agricultural…
Mobile unit used to teach farmers, gardeners recordkeeping
Thu, March 15, 2018
Farmers, gardeners and homeowners from southwest Georgia concern…
Reviving a lost art
Mon, March 12, 2018
On any given day, if the urge is there, Lillie Fowler Singleton …
Development workshop enlightens farmers, Extension agents
Tue, March 06, 2018
Farmers, Extension agents and individuals interested in acquirin…
Growing small farms, addressing big issues
Mon, March 05, 2018
In an effort to support small farmers in rural America, Dr. Xuan…
Serving small farmers on a big scale
Fri, March 02, 2018
Fort Valley State University will soon open the door for small-s…
FVSU exposes Terrell County students to agricultural opportunities
Mon, February 26, 2018
Students at Terrell County Middle and High School in Dawson cele…
Fulbright visiting scholar shares research with FVSU’s College of Agriculture
Fri, February 23, 2018
Dr. Purna B. Nepali, a Fulbright visiting scholar, recently spen…
Breaking through a glass barrier
Fri, February 09, 2018
FVSU graduate is the first African-American female to serve as f…
Twiggs County residents participate in lunch hour walkathon
Wed, February 07, 2018
More than 50 residents of Twiggs County spent their lunch hour b…
FVSU Peace Corps Prep graduate makes history
Thu, January 25, 2018
A recent Fort Valley State University graduate is the first to c…
Residents meet in Sylvester to receive information about farming methods
Tue, January 23, 2018
More than 126 small farmers, gardeners and people interested in …
Cooperative Extension, research ‘re-engaging the mission’ for 2018
Thu, January 18, 2018
Fort Valley State University research and Cooperative Extension …
Plant science student earns outstanding presentation award
Thu, January 18, 2018
Fort Valley State University senior Courtney Lester recently ear…
Researcher contributes expertise to improve row crop production
Fri, January 12, 2018
Winter cover crops could provide a sustainable solution for cott…
Agricultural economics program exposes students to worldwide opportunities
Fri, January 05, 2018
Four Fort Valley State University agricultural economics student…
Professor awarded sweet opportunity to study stevia
Tue, December 19, 2017
Dr. Bipul Biswas, a Fort Valley State University assistant profe…
Improving food quality one light at a time
Wed, December 06, 2017
Fort Valley State University aims to make a mark in food safety …
Growing things is just in his nature
Mon, November 27, 2017
Cobb County, Georgia, once a sparsely populated suburb located i…
Biotechnology students receive role model awards
Tue, November 21, 2017
A national organization committed to recognizing high achievers …
Fort Valley State University student awarded Georgia Crop Production Alliance Scholarship
Wed, November 01, 2017
The Georgia Crop Production Alliance (GCPA) awarded a Fort Valle…
Research at Fort Valley State University aims to improve small ruminant products
Tue, October 31, 2017
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States…
Dr. Mark Latimore Jr., elected to serve as member of the Policy Board of Directors Board of Agriculture Assembly
Fri, October 27, 2017
Fort Valley State University students prepare for graduate school through pathway program
Thu, October 26, 2017
Four Fort Valley State University upperclassmen gained new skill…
The National Black Farmers Association awards FVSU students scholarships
Fri, October 20, 2017
The National Black Farmers Association (NBFA) awarded two Fort V…
Agricultural economics student has once in a lifetime experience in Honduras
Fri, October 13, 2017
Traveling to another country can be intimidating for some indivi…
Senior canines enjoy their golden years with help from FVSU
Thu, October 05, 2017
Two Fort Valley State University employees are helping senior ca…
Ghana farmers receive help from Fort Valley State University expert
Thu, September 28, 2017
A $40,000 grant provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's…
Professor receives first Fulbright assignment in South Africa
Thu, September 28, 2017
Fort Valley State University professor Dr. Thomas Terrill will s…
Fort Valley State University researcher contributes to genomic discovery
Fri, September 22, 2017
Frequent extreme climate episodes in many parts of the world and…
Summer program to offer Fort Valley State University students training in atmospheric sciences and meteorology
Thu, September 21, 2017
Two Fort Valley State University rising sophomores will have the…
Agricultural Field Day draws large crowd
Thu, September 21, 2017
More than 530 farmers, students and interested spectators lookin…
Fort Valley State University’s SAFE Center provides shelter for Savannah zoo
Fri, September 08, 2017
As Hurricane Irma causes many people to flee Florida and parts o…
Guatemalans benefit from the expertise of Fort Valley State University research scientist
Wed, August 30, 2017
Fort Valley State University food science professor trained smal…
Work hard and dream big
Fri, July 21, 2017
Road to success met with hard work and degree from Fort Valley S…
Taking a chance for a new beginning
Mon, July 10, 2017
The thought of giving up a steady profession and re-enrolling in…
New growing technology helps youth S.E.R.V.E. Georgians
Fri, July 07, 2017
More than 2000 youth from across the state of Georgia are growin…
FVSU 4-H’er becomes a farm manager at 13
Fri, June 23, 2017
An inquisitive mind and a love for nature transformed one adoles…
College of Agriculture faculty and staff contribute information to textbook
Wed, May 10, 2017
Students studying veterinary technology across the country will …
FVSU professor makes use of soilless method to grow plants
Wed, May 03, 2017
Growing crops without the use of soil is not the work of science…
It’s not just a man’s world
Fri, April 21, 2017
The Macon Water Authority (MWA) is tasked with providing clean, …
Fort Valley State University professor earns $100,000 grant to conduct research
Thu, April 20, 2017
A federal grant is making it possible for a Fort Valley State Un…
Annual Ham and Egg Legislative Breakfast serves as platform to discuss Georgia agriculture
Wed, April 19, 2017
Country ham and southern style scrambled eggs brought more than …
Fort Valley State University College of Agriculture dean honored with leadership award
Tue, April 18, 2017
Dr. Govind Kannan, dean of Fort Valley State University’s Coll…
Fort Valley State University professor lands solar energy grant
Mon, April 03, 2017
Dr. Cedric Ogden, assistant professor of engineering technology …
Fort Valley State University scientist selected as Fulbright Specialist
Mon, March 27, 2017
Fort Valley State University research scientist Dr. Thomas Terri…
Fort Valley conference promotes faith, farming and families in 21st century
Wed, March 22, 2017
Free sessions concerning farming, health, wellness and technolog…
Farmers, Extension agents participate in soil fertility workshop
Wed, March 22, 2017
Farmers and Extension agents looking to improve soil fertility a…
Sowing seeds to reap a harvest
Wed, March 22, 2017
Harrison Rucker, 82, considers himself to be a “native son” …
Childhood dreams become reality
Fri, March 03, 2017
Dr. Terrence Ferguson (veterinary science c/o '92) shares how hi…
Mastering a growing craft
Tue, February 14, 2017
Fort Valley State University’s Cooperative Extension Program i…
LEAD21 helps FVSU employees hone leadership skills
Fri, January 13, 2017
Two Fort Valley State University College of Agriculture employee…
Students receive awards at the International Environmental Youth Symposium
Mon, November 21, 2016
Fort Valley State University biotechnology graduate students rec…
Peace Corps makes information stop at FVSU
Fri, November 11, 2016
Representatives from the Peace Corps and other agencies such as …
New food science degree aims to prepare students for demanding careers
Tue, November 08, 2016
Fort Valley State University is offering a new innovative degree…
Interactive HungerU exhibit stops at Fort Valley State University
Tue, November 08, 2016
Students at Fort Valley State University will have the opportuni…
FVSU Master of Public Health students enlightened on lupus
Fri, November 04, 2016
Several Fort Valley State University students will better unders…
Peace Corps Prep Program meeting to be held at FVSU
Tue, November 01, 2016
Students interested in participating in an overseas experience a…
James Harrison Hill, Sr. Book Scholarship awarded to agriculture student
Tue, October 25, 2016
Keavoydre Buchanan, a Fort Valley State University freshman agri…
Fort Valley State student earns scholarship from insurance company
Fri, October 14, 2016
A Fort Valley State University student will receive $1,250 per s…
FVSU continues to develop study abroad learning opportunities for students
Wed, October 12, 2016
Students matriculating in Fort Valley State University’s Depar…
Fort Valley State students learn import-export methods in China
Fri, September 30, 2016
China, the world’s most populated country with more than 1.3 b…
Students enjoy outdoor activities at 4-H FFA Agriculture Youth Field Day
Wed, September 21, 2016
More than 248 students in grades 4-12 from across middle Georgia…
Fort Valley State University’s Mobile Information Technology Unit featured on newscast
Thu, September 15, 2016
FVSU's Mobile Information Technology Unit traveled to the Chatta…
FVSU receives renewal funding from the USDA 1890 Facilities Grant Program
Wed, September 14, 2016
Fort Valley State University recently received grant renewal fun…
Ghana civil servants visit FVSU’s Meat Technology Center
Mon, August 29, 2016
Three civil servants from Ghana visited Fort Valley State Univer…
Fort Valley State University research scientist helps farmers in Bangladesh address food security, land use efficiency
Thu, August 04, 2016
Dr. Hari Singh, a Fort Valley State University researcher and as…
Communicators earn top awards from an international organization
Tue, July 12, 2016
The Association of Communication Excellence (ACE) in Agriculture…
Teens participate in AgDiscovery program at Fort Valley State University
Fri, July 01, 2016
Sixteen 14-17 year-old high school students from across the U.S.…
Georgia high school students selected for TEAM Success program
Fri, June 10, 2016
Before 17 middle Georgia students enroll in classes for fall 201…
Fulbright Scholar addresses scientists at Fort Valley State University
Wed, June 08, 2016
Dr. Babul C. Sarker, a visiting Fulbright Scholar from Banglades…
Hoop house tour educates small farmers looking to extend the growing season
Fri, May 13, 2016
More than 40 farmers, educators and Extension agents traveled th…
Agriculture alumnus receives honor from Purdue University
Thu, April 28, 2016
Purdue University officials recently honored Dr. Dexter Wakefiel…
Peace Corps and Fort Valley State University Announce New Peace Corps Prep Program
Tue, March 29, 2016
Fort Valley State University is the first HBCU to launch a Prep …
Ham and Egg Breakfast returns
Thu, March 17, 2016
Engage in conversation, eat a hearty breakfast and enquire about…
Peace Corps director to visit Fort Valley State University
Fri, March 11, 2016
A head of an independent federal agency is coming to Fort Valley…
Openings available for agriculture students to study in Honduras
Mon, March 07, 2016
A free trip to Central America awaits Fort Valley State Universi…
College of Agriculture holds official ribbon cutting for family development complex
Thu, March 03, 2016
On March 3 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., personnel from FVSU's Coll…
Free conference provides information about agriculture, technology, health
Wed, February 24, 2016
Free workshops about farming, health, wellness and technology ar…
FVSU to celebrate America Saves Week
Mon, February 22, 2016
Persons interested in saving money and achieving financial freed…
U.S. Department of Agriculture personnel receive training at FVSU
Fri, February 19, 2016
From as far north as Bellingham, Wash., and as far south as Miam…
Student shares summertime trek in China
Wed, January 27, 2016
A Fort Valley State University student can add his name to the l…
Agriculture students share study abroad experiences in China, Honduras
Wed, January 06, 2016
Visiting a foreign country, learning about a new culture and tas…
Farmers learn information, share experiences at meeting in Albany
Tue, November 24, 2015
Loans, crops and farming methods dominated the topics of discuss…
FVSU to serve as site for disaster response training
Wed, November 11, 2015
More than 50 veterinary professionals from across the U.S. will …
FVSU professor honored at largest agricultural exposition in US
Tue, November 03, 2015
Officials of the Sunbelt Agricultural Exposition honored Dr. Wil…
FVSU to offer international career training program spring 2016
Tue, November 03, 2015
The Peace Corps and Fort Valley State University are collaborati…
Grant funding to aid new bioinformatics courses, laboratory
Tue, November 03, 2015
Fort Valley State University's College of Agriculture, Family Sc…
Monsanto awards biotechnology student $10,000 in scholarship funds
Tue, November 03, 2015
With the help of a $10,000 scholarship, Madalyn Bryant, a Fort V…
Mobile unit provides site for record keeping training
Mon, October 05, 2015
Fort Valley State University’s Mobile Information Technology C…
Training promotes chemical free crop growing methods
Fri, September 25, 2015
A crowd of more than 50 county agents, small farmers, Fort Valle…
Fort Valley State University’s Head Start Program receives additional funding
Mon, September 21, 2015
The additional funding will serve as start-up money to provide s…
Dr. Kannan selected to chair the 1890 Association of Research Directors
Wed, September 16, 2015
For the next two years, Kannan will serve as chair of the 1890 A…
County agent earns award from the Georgia Traffic Injury Prevention Institute
Thu, September 03, 2015
A county extension agent's commitment to educate diverse communi…
FVSU professor oversees international journal
Wed, September 02, 2015
Dr. Young W. Park, a professor of food science at Fort Valley St…
Mobini named College of Agriculture interim assistant dean for academic programs
Wed, September 02, 2015
A veteran Fort Valley State University professor is taking on a …
Nigerian university looks to build collaborative partnership with FVSU
Tue, August 18, 2015
Fort Valley State University and Gregory University, Uturu (GUU)…
FVSU provides site for avian influenza training
Thu, July 30, 2015
Georgia’s $28 billion poultry production industry, the largest…
President Bailey to address policymakers in Washington D.C.
Wed, July 08, 2015
ort Valley State University Interim President Dr. Jessica Bailey…
Cooperative Extension Program collaborates with non-profit to educate south Georgia farmers
Thu, July 02, 2015
South Georgia farmers seeking information to improve their opera…
FVSU 4-H camp exposes participants to sciences and healthy living practices
Wed, June 17, 2015
Making new friends, participating in hands-on activities and lea…
Georgia high school students begin TEAM Success program
Fri, June 05, 2015
Before high school classes begin in the fall of 2015, 17 young p…
AgDiscovery Program exposes students to unique career paths
Fri, June 05, 2015
Excitement filled the Wildcat Commons Clubhouse as 16 high schoo…
FVSU SAFE Center provides shelter for puppies headed to Colorado
Wed, May 27, 2015
Four abandoned puppies escaped certain death courtesy of living …
County agent shares agriculture production practices with members of an exchange program
Wed, May 27, 2015
Charlie Grace, Fort Valley State University’s Dougherty County…
U.S. Department of Agriculture administrator to visit Fort Valley State University
Thu, May 21, 2015
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Assistant Secretary of Adm…
Accreditation renewed for veterinary technology program
Tue, May 19, 2015
This year's accrediting process consisted of several steps to in…
FVSU Family and Consumer Sciences programs earn reaccreditation
Mon, May 18, 2015
Fort Valley State University students majoring in programs withi…
Students honored for academic achievements at annual Agri-Demic Forum
Thu, May 07, 2015
Fort Valley State University students majoring in agricultural d…
Local children enjoy outdoor fun at Fort Valley State University
Wed, April 29, 2015
More than 200 children from local child care and kindergarten ce…
Georgia Youth Ka’Shawn Burke Talks Poverty, Hunger with President Obama in the Oval Office
Mon, April 27, 2015
Georgia youth Ka’Shawn Burke joined a delegation of eight 4-H…
FVSU celebrates the national Week of the Young Child
Tue, April 21, 2015
Fort Valley State University’s Child Development Center and He…
FVSU students showcase research at national convention
Tue, April 21, 2015
Senior agricultural economics majors TaNia Rowland and Oneisha G…
Head Start programs awarded a $5.8 million dollar grant
Tue, April 14, 2015
More than 500 children in middle Georgia will soon reap the bene…
International crowd visits campus to attend annual paulownia conference
Wed, April 01, 2015
More than 100 people from across the U.S. and internationally tr…
Students study abroad for spring break in the Caribbean
Wed, April 01, 2015
Exploring tropical waterfalls, experiencing Caribbean culture an…
Green Up, Clean Up activity helps nearly 30 household’s jumpstart spring cleaning
Mon, March 30, 2015
Nearly 30 middle Georgia households kicked off spring cleaning b…
Farm, Home and Ministers' conference connects community to resources
Mon, March 23, 2015
Three days of learning and sharing came to a close on Saturday M…
Farmers learn how to increase crop yields in soil fertility workshop
Fri, March 06, 2015
Irwin County Extension agent Stinson Troutman, organized a works…
FVSU Agricultural Economics Club members compete at national conference
Mon, February 23, 2015
Seven members of Fort Valley State University’s Agricultural E…
4-H Club members discuss drug abuse, careers in science with experts over the Internet
Wed, February 04, 2015
More than 16 young people from Fort Valley received a chance to …
High school student conducts experiments at Fort Valley State University
Mon, January 26, 2015
Auriel Wright, a senior attending Northeast High School in Macon…
Fort Valley State’s 4-H Program to participate in national drug awareness discussion
Tue, January 20, 2015
Fort Valley State University’s 4-H Healthy Living Club members…
FVSU provides care to local stray dogs before they travel north
Fri, January 09, 2015
Employees of Fort Valley State University's Department of Veteri…
College of Agriculture reorganizes academic units, appoints department heads
Wed, December 10, 2014
Two related programs were brought together recently to form a ne…
Fort Valley State University professor presents at a national conference
Wed, November 26, 2014
Dr. Hari Singh, research assistant professor at Fort Valley Stat…
Peace Corps recruiter exposes students to global opportunities
Thu, November 06, 2014
Some Fort Valley State University students may have an opportuni…
U.S. Congressman Austin Scott tours campus, learns about FVSU strategic initiatives
Tue, November 04, 2014
United States Congressman Austin Scott, Rep. for Georgia's 8th C…
Students assist Habitat for Humanity with canine census in Macon
Fri, October 31, 2014
A recent community service project involving Fort Valley State U…
Student receives scholarship from local church
Wed, October 29, 2014
A scholarship can serve as a life jacket for students trying not…
Macon-Bibb County Animal Shelter partners with FVSU SAFE Center
Fri, October 24, 2014
The Macon-Bibb County Animal Shelter brought 19 dogs and eight c…
Students from Honduras visit campus, learn about North American agriculture
Wed, October 22, 2014
Visiting a foreign country, seeing new structures and practicing…
Fort Valley State University exhibits at Sunbelt, participates in spotlight state activities
Tue, October 21, 2014
Fort Valley State University's College of Agriculture employees …
FVSU Ag animal science graduate program recognized
Tue, October 21, 2014
Graduateprograms.com recently released their rankings of grad pr…
College of Agriculture earns approximately $700,000 in grant funds
Fri, October 17, 2014
Students, community members and farmers may soon reap benefits f…
Cooperative Extension employee named to national committee appointments
Wed, October 08, 2014
Woodie Hughes Jr. is looking to play a positive role in empoweri…
Teachers visit campus to participate in STEM Academy
Wed, October 01, 2014
To assist local middle school teachers in helping students becom…
FVSU Ag Researchers featured on newscast
Thu, September 25, 2014
Drs. Bharat Singh and Hari Singh were recently featured on WGXA …
Agriculture students earn full scholarships from a national program
Thu, September 25, 2014
Five Fort Valley State University students have beaten the odds …
Extension personnel earn regional, state and national awards
Mon, September 22, 2014
Extension employees received awards at the annual Georgia Extens…
South American trip exposes student to international opportunities
Tue, September 16, 2014
Jasmine Hughes, a senior at Fort Valley State University, travel…
Extension specialist elected president of a national coalition
Mon, September 08, 2014
Kena Torbert, family life specialist for FVSU’s Cooperative Ex…
Centennial Celebration attracts hundreds to Fort Valley State
Mon, September 08, 2014
While Fort Valley State University alumni and students were fill…
Upcoming centennial celebration commemorates service to Georgians
Tue, August 26, 2014
Georgians from across the state are invited to attend a celebrat…
Family and consumer sciences student recognized as “Most Outstanding” by a national coalition
Thu, August 14, 2014
Academic excellence, dedication and a commitment to service help…
Extension agent named regional director for Georgia’s Future Farmers of America
Tue, August 12, 2014
A Fort Valley State University county extension agent is filling…
TEAM Success 2014 run comes to an end
Wed, July 30, 2014
An internship at Fort Valley State University provided 16 Georgi…
Workshop shows financial potential of aquaculture
Tue, July 29, 2014
The high demand for seafood in the U.S. suggests that aquacultur…
Growers learn about organic gardening from FVSU
Fri, July 25, 2014
A 2011 survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (U…
New pre-kindergarten program available in Macon County
Fri, July 25, 2014
A new pre-kindergarten program is now available at no charge for…
Young Scholars Progam holds closing ceremony
Wed, July 16, 2014
Six weeks of research and workshops ended for 19 students from a…
University SAFE Center opens, saves the lives of 20 dogs
Mon, July 14, 2014
On July 11, FVSU's State Animal Facility for Emergencies (SAFE) …
Agriculture Discovery summer program ends
Wed, June 18, 2014
A select group of high school students from across the United St…
Exchange program may offer students opportunities in Puerto Rico
Wed, June 18, 2014
Ocean breezes, sunny skies and palm trees may soon be a backdrop…
Students participate in the Young Scholars Program
Fri, June 06, 2014
Nineteen high school students from across Georgia will be tempor…
Florida farmer wins $300 prize for answering survey
Tue, June 03, 2014
Rod Land, a dairy farmer from Mayo, Fla., won $300 for participa…
Natural Resources Conservation Service appoints FVSU alumna as assistant state conservationist
Thu, May 22, 2014
One of Fort Valley State University’s own is returning home to…
FVSU participates in statewide hurricane preparedness exercise
Wed, May 07, 2014
In preparation for the upcoming season, the Georgia Emergency Ma…
Agri-Demic Forum Awards Dinner honors students’ achievements
Wed, April 30, 2014
Fort Valley State University conducted its “Academy Awards” …
Residents receive free legal services during Free Wills Clinic
Fri, April 25, 2014
More than 26 local residents took advantage of legal services of…
Alumna named first African-American female to head U.S. Department of Agriculture Area One office in Georgia
Wed, April 23, 2014
A Fort Valley State University alumna recently received a histor…
Legislative breakfast informs residents, commemorates Extension
Tue, April 15, 2014
An agricultural tradition allowing Georgia’s elected officials…
FVSU celebrates the Week of the Young Child
Tue, April 15, 2014
Fort Valley State University’s Department of Family and Consum…
Scholars travel to Dubai for international conference, cultural experience
Thu, April 03, 2014
Plant science biotechnology majors' presented research in Dubai …
FVSU holds 37th annual Farm Home and Ministers Conference
Mon, March 17, 2014
Fort Valley State University’s Cooperative Extension Program h…
College of Agriculture employees participate in leadership program
Thu, March 13, 2014
An elite leadership program selected two Fort Valley State Unive…
Future researchers attend conference in Washington D.C.
Tue, March 11, 2014
Twenty-two Fort Valley State University students traveled to Was…
Georgia Farm Bureau committee holds meeting at FVSU
Tue, March 11, 2014
The Georgia Farm Bureau’s Goat and Sheep Commodity Advisory Co…
Agriculture committee chair touts merits of 2014 farm bill at FVSU
Fri, February 21, 2014
Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chairwoman of the Senate Committ…
FVSU named to national top-ten list of affordable, low-debt universities
Fri, February 14, 2014
According to The Institute of College Access and Success (TICAS)…
Delegation from Tobago visits FVSU’s Meat Technology Center
Thu, January 23, 2014
Fort Valley State University, an 1890 land grant institution int…
Accreditation renewed for Fort Valley State University’s veterinary science programs
Mon, December 09, 2013
Students looking to pursue careers in a growing profession can l…
FVSU Extension plugs up with Georgia Power in Cochran
Mon, December 02, 2013
Fort Valley State University’s Cooperative Extension Program a…
Workshop introduces attendees to the potentials of aquaculture
Mon, December 02, 2013
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the demand for …
Youths learn tips about healthy lifestyles
Mon, October 21, 2013
Lack of physical activity among young people is a growing concer…
GREEN program promoted at Home Help Resource Fair in Macon
Tue, October 01, 2013
Middle Georgia residents looking to receive information about ho…
U.S. Department of Agriculture officials visit Fort Valley
Mon, September 30, 2013
Fort Valley State University’s land grant mission of providing…
Animal science professors assist sheep industry with educational webinar
Fri, September 13, 2013
A recent webinar conducted by Fort Valley State University anima…
Veteran employee earns award for volunteer work overseas
Tue, September 03, 2013
Performing acts of volunteerism can sometimes garner attention. …
Extension agent earns award for children’s car seat safety
Tue, August 20, 2013
Fort Valley State University’s Cooperative Extension Program i…
Research project aims to improve food security in Belize
Wed, August 14, 2013
Dr. Nirmal Joshee, FVSU associate professor of plant biotechnolo…
Fort Valley State Cooperative Extension hits the road with agricultural tour
Tue, August 13, 2013
Fort Valley State University's Cooperative Extension Program alo…
Young Scholars Program exposes students to FVSU's STEM programs
Fri, June 28, 2013
Thanks to the Young Scholars Program, a project run by Fort Vall…
FVSU hosts organics seminar to assist small-scale farmers
Fri, June 28, 2013
Dr. James E. Brown, professor of horticulture and interim assist…
Nigerian policymakers visit FVSU for agriculture advice
Fri, June 28, 2013
A group of 30 delegates representing Cross River State, Nigeria,…
Nigerian lawmakers seek Fort Valley State University for agriculture advice
Wed, June 19, 2013
As a part of an eight-day U.S. tour, political officials represe…
New changes within FVSU’s College of Agriculture
Fri, June 14, 2013
Two related programs recently merged to form a new department wi…
Singh appointed head of international programs in College of Ag
Fri, May 31, 2013
FVSU's College of Agriculture, Family Sciences and Technology re…
FVSU's 4-H program to promote science and technology
Fri, May 24, 2013
Middle and high school students interested in the fields of scie…
New book serves health professionals, consumers internationally
Fri, May 17, 2013
The research efforts of Dr. Young Park, a Fort Valley State Univ…
Workshop participants introduced to aquaponics at Fort Valley State
Fri, May 17, 2013
Farmers and individuals seeking to diversify crop production are…
Caribbean farmers tour FVSU's small ruminant facilities
Fri, May 03, 2013
Dr. Brou Kouakou, director of the Georgia Small Ruminant Researc…
Children visit FVSU for Kiddie Field Day
Wed, May 01, 2013
Approximately 190 local children got a chance to take part in ph…
Ham and Egg tradition continues
Wed, May 01, 2013
Hot topics and a hot breakfast lured Georgians to Fort Valley St…
Students taught safe behavior tips for prom, graduation
Wed, May 01, 2013
Thanks to “Prom Health and Safety Week,” (April 15-19), jun…
Agricultural Economics students participate in quiz bowl
Wed, February 27, 2013
The Agricultural Economics Club at Fort Valley State University …
Workshop exposes seniors to technology trends and everyday living
Tue, February 12, 2013
At Fort Valley State University, Shirlee Kempf-Symicek tries the…
Agriculture scholar to participate in diversity forum
Tue, February 12, 2013
Candice Harvey, a senior agricultural economics major at Fort Va…
Scholarships available for agricultural economics majors
Wed, January 30, 2013
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food …
Fluellen named interim head of FVSU's Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
Thu, January 10, 2013
Vivian Fluellen will serve as the interim head of the Fort Valle…
FVSU goat experts help Asian communities
Wed, January 02, 2013
In a country far away there is a potential business idea that co…
Marion County residents receive free car seats
Mon, December 10, 2012
Residents walk away with free car seats after attending a safety…
Farmers gather to share ideas on crop production in Albany
Fri, December 07, 2012
Approximately 85 people packed into the Dougherty County Extensi…
Student's research could impact several industries
Tue, December 04, 2012
The research of one Fort Valley State University student has the…
County agents train to teach energy saving workshops
Fri, November 30, 2012
Training prepares county agent to teach energy saving workshops …
Cooperative extension receives additional funding for community development
Fri, November 30, 2012
Community leaders looking to improve economic and social conditi…
FVSU Extension team receives first place national and regional awards
Tue, November 06, 2012
A national organization recently awarded Fort Valley State Unive…
Honduran students visit Fort Valley State
Wed, October 24, 2012
Honduran students majoring in food technology got a glimpse of h…
Fort Valley State discusses food safety and consumption
Mon, October 08, 2012
Scientific research can often provide useful data when it comes …
Newly Appointed USDA Official Visits Fort Valley State
Thu, August 02, 2012
The director of a government agency with ties to Fort Valley Sta…
Kids Learn About Careers During FVSU Summer Camp
Sun, July 15, 2012
The 4-H STEAM Summer Day Camp provided learning opportunities in…
Arora Says Goodbye To FVSU
Thu, July 05, 2012
A highly regarded veterinary science professional is saying fare…
International Organization Honors FVSU's Agricultural Communicators
Tue, July 03, 2012
Hard work often reaps benefits, as Fort Valley State University'…
Kannan named FVSU agriculture dean
Wed, August 03, 2011
Fort Valley State University President Larry E. Rivers has named…
Grad students promote biotech program at research symposium
Sat, June 11, 2011
Fort Valley State University biotechnology graduate students con…
Fort Valley State University's Head Start earns national accreditation
Wed, June 01, 2011
For early childhood experts, receiving the seal of approval from…