MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology

Spring 2025 IAT Graduation Ceremony

April 6, 2025 1:00PM - 3:00PM

MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology, Bay College provide on-ramp to careers in forestry

Published on January 31, 2024
Forest Technology Certificate Program provides two-year degree, career-ready skills

Gain career-ready skills through hands-on training and professional experience in the Institute of Agricultural Technology. Certificate programs are offered on the campus of Michigan State University, East Lansing and in partnership with several Michigan community colleges.

Check out the individual program videos at the MSU IAT YouTube Channel!

Term	Deadline to submit application	Deadline for admits to submit deposit	First day of classes
Fall 2025	August 15, 2025	August 20, 2025	August 25, 2025
Spring 2026	December 15, 2025	January 7, 2026	January 12, 2026
Fall 2026	August 20, 2026	August 26, 2026	August 31, 2026

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IAT News

CANR Alumni Board announces 2025 Alumni Association student scholarship recipients

Published on August 11, 2025
Each year, the CANR Alumni Board awards scholarships a group of exceptional students who demonstrate leadership, excel in the classroom, serve their communities and articulate a clear vision for their future career aspirations.
MSU hosts tour of new Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center

Published on July 28, 2025
Modernized facility will increase research output and impact, improve educational opportunities, serve as a hub for Michigan dairy industry
The Agricultural Short Course at Michigan Agricultural College

Published on June 4, 2025
Over a century ago, Michigan Agricultural College offered short courses to teach the latest ag knowledge. Dr. Jeno Rivera, IAT Director, reflects on what student life was like in those early programs.
MSU IAT program coordinators receive Collaborative Excellence in Advising Award

Published on March 5, 2025
MSU's Institute of Agricultural Technology Community College Program Coordinators have been awarded the 2024 Collaborative Excellence in Advising Award, recognizing their outstanding teamwork and commitment to student success
IAT welcomes new staff

Published on October 7, 2024
MSU's IAT is pleased to welcome Justin Kunkle as the Academic Affairs and Recruitment Coordinator beginning January 1, 2025, and Kristen Brown as the Program Coordinator at Monroe County Community College.
Spartan staff essential to efforts of award-winning MSU Dairy Farm

Published on August 7, 2024
MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center named best nationally by National Quality Dairy Awards

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Events

Aug 28

2025 CANR OCAB Graduate Student Welcome

August 28, 2025 6:00PM – 8:00PM Michigan State University Microbial Atrium

Join us for the OCAB Graduate Student Welcome with the CANR Office of Culture, Access and Belonging
Sep 18

2025 OCAB Fall Welcome Reception

September 18, 2025 11:30AM – 2:00PM Michigan State University Microbial Atrium

Join us for the OCAB Fall Welcome Reception with the CANR Office of Culture, Access and Belonging
Sep 30

MSU Agriculture & Food Industry Fair 2025

September 30, 2025 3:00PM – 6:00PM Munn Ice Arena

MSU will host an Agriculture & Food Industry Career Fair at the Munn Ice Arena on Sept. 30, 2025.