Discover the fascinating lives of insects and their close relatives, and their roles as pests, pollinators, parasitoids, and predators
Students
If you're an intellectually curious, motivated student looking to explore all facets of insect biology, consider studying Entomology at Oregon State.
The Entomology Program is an interdisciplinary program involving many faculty from across campus, comprising areas of entomology relating to:
- Aquatic & riparian ecology
- Pollinator conservation
- Integrated pest management & applied Entomology
- Temporal and spatial patterns In large species assemblages
- Ecology and evolution of plant-insect interactions, and more
In the News
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is a significant pest in Oregon, particularly affecting small and stone fruit crops like cherries, blueberries and raspberries. SWD continues to be a challenge for Oregon's fruit industry, but ongoing research and...
Emily Carlson went on to work in natural resources nonprofits and local governance as she figured out what bug to devote her time to. This experience set her up well to pursue a doctorate at Oregon State University, where she conducted research...
Alexander Butcher’s passion for food — which led to culinary school and a 10-year career as a professional chef — has now brought him to Oregon State University to pursue a Ph.D. in entomology.