Auburn considers graduate-level program in brewing - WAFB 9 News Baton Rouge, Louisiana News, Weather, Sports

AUBURN, Ala. (AP) - Auburn University officials are considering offering a graduate-level degree in brewing sciences.

The degree is among issues expected to be discussed at the school's board of trustees meeting Feb. 1.

The Opelika-Auburn News reports that the program would provide graduate-level coursework for students and professionals interested in learning about brewing, including malting, mashing, brewing and fermentation.

The trustees are also expected to discuss a possible graduate-degree program in turf grass management.

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