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Sarah Hagenow named 78th Alice in Dairyland
Sarah Hagenow, a class of 2025 CFANS grad majoring in Agricultural and Food Business Management and a student worker in the Department of Animal Science, has been named the 78th Alice in Dairyland!
Study shows gorillas with heart disease have altered gut microbiomes
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in zoo gorillas, but its origins are unknown. Researchers, including Animal Science associate professor Andres Gomez, studied the gut microbiome of gorillas to explore a possible link to heart disease. Their findings could impact how we address cardiovascular issues in humans.
From 4-H to the meat lab: A journey to ag industry leadership
Animal Science alum Jordan McCallum turned her passionate involvement in 4-H into a career as the supervisor of the Meat Lab.