Agricultural Technology Expo

The Agricultural Technology Expo began in 1948 and is sponsored by the Student Engineering Branch of ASABE and the Bison Antique Tractor Club. This is the largest student activity in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering. Participation includes selecting, researching, and presenting a project at the Expo. The Expo experience is an important element to becoming a well-rounded student. It gives students an opportunity to become better acquainted with and enjoy their intended field of work and to develop communications, team work, and organizational skills which are in great demand by employers.

Over $1000 in scholarships are typically awarded. Scholarships include Grand Champion project, division winners, Best Freshman project, and a People's Choice award. Prizes are also given for the top three projects in each division.

Participation and registration for one credit is required of everyone in the ASM, ABEN, and PAG majors. One additional credit may be counted toward degree requirements as a technical elective for ABEN students or as a Program Option elective or free elective for ASM or PAG students. It is only mandatory to register once for credit and a maximum of two credits can be used for graduation. However, students can participate without registering for credit, or they can register each time so participation is identified on their transcript.