Department of Animal Science

cow sculptures in front of Haecker Hall
a woman reaches out towards a turkey
a group of calves looking through a wire fence
pigs in a barn
horses in a snowy field
a black beef cow

Welcome!

The Department of Animal Science is recognized nationally and internationally for its excellent research, teaching, and extension programs in animal agriculture and animal biology. Our faculty members have received national recognition for the quality of their classroom instruction and attention to student needs and concerns.

News

From 4-H to the meat lab: A journey to ag industry leadership

April 4, 2025

 

Animal Science alum Jordan McCallum turned her passionate involvement in 4-H into a career as the supervisor of the Meat Lab. 

 

ANSC Grad Club Clothing Sale

March 11, 2025
Each semester, our Grad Club organizes a clothing sale of Animal Science Apparel to raise funds that support the professional and academic development of our graduate students, as well as events that foster student engagement. We're excited to announce that sales are now open!

Register for the 2025 AnSci Showcase

February 5, 2025

Registration for the 2025 Connecting with U - Animal Science Showcase is open! The showcase will take place on Thursday, April 24, 2025 in the Cargill Building on the St. Paul Campus. Secure your spot to connect with alumni, students, staff, and faculty by Monday, April 15 at this link