NMSU Entomology Plant Pathology and Weed Science Department

02/17/2026

See Dr. Caleb Hubbard faculty member from Entomology, Plant Pathology and W**d Science on Ep. 835 Attack of the Screw Worms!

Watch the video here:
https://youtu.be/9pNYp6n4A6o?si=6RhXBozT4VyGDdTk

02/17/2026

Dr. Caleb Hubbard of the Hubbard Urban Entomology Lab at New Mexico State talks with Steven Rinella from MEATEATER podcast. "EP. 835 Attack of the Screw Worms"

Steven Rinella talks with Caleb Hubbard of the Hubbard Urban Entymology Lab at New Mexico State University and "Bubbly" Doug Duren. Topics discussed: Stay tuned for twice a week MeatEater Podcast drops starting in March; come to the Safari Club International 2026 Convention on Feb. 19th to see Steve...

02/13/2026

CONGRATULATIONS RAM! Ph.D. student of Applied and Agricultural Biology in EPPWS. He placed 1st in the New Mexico Chile Conference Student Poster Presentation 2026! 🥳👏

02/04/2026

The Department of Entomology, Plant Pathology and W**d Science is proud to announce the launch of a Ph.D. in Applied and Agricultural Biology—a major milestone for the department and the university.

This new doctoral program expands graduate opportunities and reflects the department’s commitment to advanced, interdisciplinary research that addresses real-world challenges in agriculture and biological sciences. The Ph.D. in Applied and Agricultural Biology provides rigorous training in areas such as insect science, plant disease management, w**d science, and integrated agricultural systems, preparing graduates for leadership roles in research, teaching, extension, and industry.

With this program, students will engage in innovative, applied research while working closely with faculty mentors to develop solutions that support sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental stewardship.

We are excited to welcome the first cohort of Ph.D. students and look forward to the impactful research and scholarship this new program will foster.

01/07/2026

Graduation Fall 2025 was wonderful! Congrats to all the students who graduated this past fall! 🥳👏🤩

01/07/2026

If you haven't seen this awesome art wall in Skeen Hall definitely recommend stopping by and seeing the students work! 😀

https://newsroom.nmsu.edu/news/insect-inspired-student-art-takes-flight-in-nmsu-s-skeen-hall/s/24c37ee2-1ca0-41b9-a1ba-3cf7a296f71c?cat=news|headlines-by-college

Whether they have colorful wings, multiple legs or eyes, or even stingers on their behinds, insects serve an essential purpose – and their beauty has inspired a new permanent wall exhibit in...

01/07/2026

Meet Hank! One of our awesome first year students in Agricultural Biology. We are glad to have you join us Hank! 😀

01/07/2026

Dr. Sanogo from the EPPWS department works with his Diagnosing Plants Disorders class to help improve their skills while also helping the community in with their plant issues and strategies to assists in managing plant diseases!

https://youtu.be/r1PTeDK88Pg?si=kuC7ZswnmMTEKqUG

11/19/2025

The 2025 EPPWS Alumni Nominee was Ivan Iniguez - EPCC Biology Professor. He came and gave a great talk and helped some graduate students with advice on how to prepare for their upcoming interview. The day was great!

11/19/2025

Dr. Sanogo's class held an event for the Diagnosing Plant Disorders Community Outreach! Watch the video below to see more information about this 😊

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11/11/2025

The Monster Movie Night was a blast! Live critters, movies, popcorn and you guessed it the infamous insect displays. Featuring new light up ones from our graduate student Eva!

10/23/2025

Join us today for the 10th Annual EPPWS Insect Monster Movie Night on October 23rd in the Corbett Center Auditorium. This is a FREE family event with FREE popcorn! We will be showing Ant Bully (6:00pm) and Tremors (7:45pm). See cool arthropod displays and live insects. Doors open at 5:30pm.
We hope to see everyone there! 😀🐜🐞🦋