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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.
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Nominations are open for the 2025 Golden Alumni Awards!
Each year, the Department of Animal Science hosts its annual Connecting with U - Animal Science Showcase to celebrate the accomplishments of faculty, students, and alumni in the Department who have made contributions to our field of study. An important aspect of this event is the recognition of the Golden Alumni Award recipients. Nominations for the 2025 Golden Alumni Awards are now being accepted. You can find more information and the link for nominations here.
Fundraising goal surpassed for 2024 Give to the Max Day
Thank you for your support of the Animal Science Department on the 2024 Give to the Max Day! With your help, we raised $2,020 to go towards the Student Fund for Study Abroad Learning Opportunities, which helps students gain a global perspective of animal science and maximize their college experience. We are humbled and honored to have exceeded our goal, which would not have been possible without our generous community.
Save the Date: CFANS Give to the Max Day on November 21
Mark your calendars for Give to the Max Day, Minnesota’s state-wide day of giving where we band together to make our state a better place. This year, the Department of Animal Science is raising money towards study abroad programs for Animal Science students. To find more information please click this link.