College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is an urban land--‐grant University that offers associate, baccalaureate, graduate and professional degree programs and certificate programs to learners of all ages. The College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) embodies the land--‐grant tradition of UDC. In addition to offering innovative academic programs in architecture & community development, environmental science & urban sustainability, health education, nursing, nutrition & dietetics, we also offer a wide range of community education programs through our fine land--‐grant centers (1) the Center for Urban Agriculture & Gardening Education, (2) the Center for Sustainable Development which includes the Water Resources Management Institute, (3) the Center for Nutrition Diet & Health which includes the Institute of Gerontology, (4) the Center for 4H & Youth Development and (5) the Architectural Research Institute.

CAUSES programs recognize that we are connected to people and places right here in our own neighborhoods and to those halfway around the world. Pollution travels, resources are not always consumed where they are generated, and job markets are increasingly global and knowledge--‐based. Given these realities, we aspire to learn with our students and community partners, to work in diverse teams, and to focus on systems connections and innovation.

We apply these principles to all of our programs, including Master’s and Bachelor’s degree programs, professional development certificates, and community outreach and youth programs. For additional information about CAUSES, please visit our website at www.udc.edu/CAUSES. We look forward to serving you.

Our Mission The College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) offers research--‐based academic and community outreach programs that improve the quality of life and economic opportunity of people and communities in the District of Columbia, the nation, and the world.

Our Vision The College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) will be a world leader in designing and implementing top quality, research--‐based academic and community outreach programs that measurably improve the quality of life and economic prosperity of people and communities in the District of Columbia, the nation, and the world.

Our Aspiration for CAUSES Graduates CAUSES graduates are exceptionally well--‐prepared to succeed in their chosen field of study. Our graduates stand out by having distinctive attributes and competencies. CAUSES graduates are:

1. Global citizens committed to local relevance
2. Adept at solving urban problems
3. Committed to health & wellness and food & water security
4. Skilled at navigating diverse social, cultural, built and natural environments
5. Independent thinkers and collaborative team players; and
6. Adaptive lifelong learners.