MINORITIES IN AGRICULTURE, NATURAL RESOURCES, AND RELATED SCIENCES

Changing the face of agriculture by linking hands around the world.

The Purdue University Chapter of MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences) is a part of a national non-profit organization. We strive to promote diversity through empowerment, education, and opportunities to serve as a springboard into careers and advancements. Our efforts reverberate through the campus of Purdue University and beyond.

HISTORY

1982: MANRRS got its start at Michigan State University,

seeking to combat the lack of support for students from historically excluded backgrounds.

1986: The first National Conference

was held at Michigan State University in 1986. Six colleges were in attendance.

1989: The official name of the organization became the

National Society for Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences (MANRRS).

1990: The Purdue University Chapter of MANRRS

was established within Region V of the National Society.

TODAY: MANRRS continues to grow, including members from over 75 universities.

Our Mission at MANRRS is to promote academic and professional advancement by empowering minorities.

We welcome all people,

especially those with interests in promoting diversity and inclusion in agricultural and related sciences disciplines and beyond. Our members include undergraduate students, graduate students, professionals and alumni.

MANRRS - Purdue offers opportunities and access to travel, role models

scholarships, internships, community service, professional skills enhancement

community, direct industry engagement, attendance to conferences, and more!

MANRRS - Purdue offers opportunities and access to travel, role models

scholarships, internships, community service, professional skills enhancement

community, direct industry engagement, attendance to conferences, and more!

Each fall, MANRRS holds regional cluster meetings, serving as premier recruitment events. Each cluster offers attendees access to an opportunity fair, student competitions, mixers, and professional and leadership development. Regional clusters encourage diversity and inclusion and promote the development of professional skills.

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Every spring, all regions of the society are united. Attendees experience educational training sessions, hear from inspirational speakers, and make powerful connections with industry partners, professionals, and students from more than 65 colleges and universities. There are also opportunities to compete in national competitions, including the business pitch, quiz bowl, and research presentation.

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CHAPTER OF THE YEAR

Purdue MANRRS receives Chapter of the Year Award at National Conference, making history

For the first time since its founding in 1990, the Purdue University College of Agriculture’s Minorities in Agricultural, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) organization received the coveted Chapter of the Year Award. They...

ALL IS MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR SPONSORS,

who see the value in supporting and engaging with members of the Purdue University Chapter of MANRRS. We thank countless groups who provide meaningful sponsorship, powerful connections, and insightful wisdom to us. Past sponsors include: