Dr. Florence Becot

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Florence Becot is an expert in Agricultural Health and Safety, serving as the Nationwide Insurance Early Career Professor and the Agricultural Safety Health Program Lead at Penn State University's Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering. She earned her Ph.D. in Environment and Natural Resources with a specialization in Rural Sociology from The Ohio State University in 2020, and has a Master's degree in Community Development from the University of Vermont. In her role, she focuses on understanding and supporting farm families' needs, particularly regarding health, safety, and economic viability. Her research examines factors affecting the adoption of safety practices and access to medical care among farm families. She utilizes mixed-methods research approaches to investigate the influence of social policies on rural families and lead initiatives in community development. Her commitment to education and outreach aligns with the program’s long-standing reputation for identifying and mitigating safety hazards through engineering and educational solutions. Florence is actively engaged in bridging gaps in knowledge and practices in agricultural safety and health, contributing significantly to her field.

Research Interests

Courses

ABSM 426 - Safety Health Agriculture

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.