Through the application of emerging technologies like big data, remote sensing, gene editing and nanotech, we translate our research from the lab to the field to the food on your table.
Masters Programs
The Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology offers Master of Science (M.S.) degree programs in both entomology and plant pathology. Assistantships are available for graduate students looking for assistance in funding their advanced degrees.
Ph.D. Program
The department offers a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences (AFLS) with the option to concentrate in either Entomology or Plant Pathology. Assistantships and fellowships are available to assist with funding the AFLS Ph.D. program.
Find an Expert
Our department is staffed with award-winning, nationally-recognized faculty members who not only serve students on campus, but also conduct research that benefits industries and communities across the state, nation and globe.
Our Purpose
Vision
The Department is a global leader in entomology and plant pathology; promoting human, animal, and plant health, environmental sustainability and food security.
Mission
The Department serves science and society through discovery, translation and dissemination of knowledge and resources to promote human, animal, and plant health, environmental sustainability and food security.
Core Values
- Foster interdisciplinary and synergistic collaboration.
- Champion a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment.
- Support innovation and excellence.
- Ensure scientific integrity.
- Engage and serve our stakeholders.
ENPL Highlights
Recent Events and Recognitions:
- Alejandro Rojas received the award for Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year for 2020-2021 Academic Year
- Clemencia Rojas, assistant professor, and Fiona Goggin, professor, both in the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, together with a group of faculty in their department (assistant professors Alejandro Rojas and Martin Egan) and the departments of crop, soil and environmental sciences (professors Vibha Srivastava and Mary Savin), animal science (associate professor Jiangchao Zhao) and poultry science (professor Sami Dridi), received a $481,121 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
- The Isely Baerg Entomology Club was recently featured in the Democrat Gazette regarding the booth they hosted during the yearly Bumpers Bash held at the University of Arkansas.
- Due to COVID-19 related concerns, the Insect Festival has been tentatively postponed until October of 2022.
Current Job Postings:
- Assistant Professor - Crop Entomologist. More information and application can be found here.