Dr. Julie Cotton

Instructor

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Biography

Julie Cotton, M.S. is an instructor and program coordinator at Michigan State University in the Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences, specializing in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems. She has degrees in Bioenvironmental Science from Texas A&M University and Natural Resources and Environment from the University of Michigan, focusing on sustainable agriculture and food systems. Julie coordinates and teaches courses related to Sustainable Agriculture Food Systems, contributing to both the undergraduate and graduate specializations in the ecological food farming systems. Her work emphasizes creating an engaged learning environment that helps students navigate the socio-economic contexts of food systems and ensures they have a solid understanding of the biological principles underlying agricultural practices. Julie has contributed to various publications exploring aspects of sustainable agriculture, urban ecology, and community engagement, showcasing her commitment to academic development and active participation in both university and local farming communities.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture Food Systems Sustainable Farm Food Systems Field Studies Sustainable Agriculture Food Systems: Integration and Synthesis Select Topics in Horticulture: Urban Agriculture Ecological Food Farming Systems Graduate Seminar

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology