Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences [Dept. of Animal Sciences]
Photo of two students holding piglets.

Congratulations to the Class of 2012 – especially all of our Animal Science graduates!

Welcome

The Department of Animal Sciences, with strong roots in the Land Grant tradition, has as its mission “to improve the health and well-being of animals, including humans, through integration of teaching, research, and outreach.” Our department aspires to be a global leader in training the next generation of scholars in the areas of comparative endocrinology and integrative physiology, equine science, and companion and laboratory animal science.

Ag Field Day 2012 Animal Shows and Petting Zoo: Fun for All Ages!

This year marked the 41st year of Animal Shows at the Cook Campus Farm. The Society of Animal Science students organized and led the annual Animal Shows, which give students the opportunity to work with a cow, horse, sheep, pig, goat, or dog and learn how to work with and care for them in preparation for showing them and being judged on their look and performance in the show ring. This year, over 200 students from all over the University participated, assisted by more than 40 student coordinators and supervisors. The Veterinary Science Club’s Petting Zoo was a big hit (as usual) with families. We applaud the hard work and dedication of all our students, staff, and faculty to make these events so successful every year!

Seniors Recognized for Excellence in Academics, Research, and Service

At the annual Baccalaureate Ceremony on May 10, four students were awarded the Department’s Endowed Scholarship Awards in recognition of their excellence in academics, research, and service: Dale Levitt, Susan Eastman, Divya Ramnath, and Amanda Cloke. In addition, Leon Schermerhorn was awarded the Rex Gilbreath Memorial Award in recognition of his involvement in undergraduate teaching, leadership, and dedication to the field of animal sciences. Cynthia Xue and Janet Peralta were also honored for their dedication to the Animal Science program.

Farm tours now available!

The Department of Animal Sciences has developed a Farm Tour Program aimed at guiding small groups of children and/or adults around the cattle, goat, horse, pig, and sheep facilities on Sheepfold Lane.

Alums and Friends

I would love to hear from you! Send me your story or a photo (with a detailed caption) for our website and/or next newsletter. See the News and Events webpage and the current issue of Animal Science Update for recent accomplishments of our students, faculty and staff.

Support Animal Science

Your generous support of our department will help us maintain the excellence of our undergraduate program and strengthen our graduate training programs. Whether you choose to support Animal Sciences scholarships, graduate fellowships, or our Academic Excellence Fund, your contribution is greatly appreciated. In addition, when the Rutgers Annual Giving Fund contacts you, please consider earmarking all or part of your gift to the Department of Animal Sciences.

To make a gift, please contact the SEBS Development Office.

Warmest regards,

Carol Bagnell, Chair
Dept. of Animal Sciences

Seminars

Our Spring 2012 Endocrinology and Animal Biosciences Seminar Series has concluded. Please check back here for announcements of special summer seminars.

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