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Category: Department of Animal Science

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Department of Agricultural Education & Communication / Department of Animal Science / Department of Wildlife & Natural Resources / Students

Outstanding Graduating Students Selected for Spring 2025 Term

Posted on May 10, 2025May 10, 2025 by swdmcelyea

The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources is proud to recognize its Spring 2025 outstanding graduate and undergraduate students from each department. Selected by each department head, these students have …

Department of Animal Science / In the News / Students

Department of Animal Science Hosts Fall 2024 Graduate Achievement Recognition Ceremony

Posted on December 17, 2024December 17, 2024 by swdmcelyea

The Department of Animal Science at Tarleton State University hosted the Fall 2024 Graduate Achievement Recognition Ceremony to honor the accomplishments of its graduates. The event celebrated all Fall 2024 …

Department of Agricultural Education & Communication / Department of Animal Science / Department of Wildlife & Natural Resources / In the News / Students

College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Outstanding Fall 2024 Graduates

Posted on October 29, 2024October 29, 2024 by jpartin
Alumni / Department of Agricultural Education & Communication / Department of Animal Science / Department of Wildlife & Natural Resources / Faculty

Welcoming New Faculty

Posted on August 27, 2024September 11, 2024 by jpartin

Dr. Luke Linhoff – Assistant Professor, Department of Wildlife and Natural Resources

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Department of Agricultural Education & Communication / Department of Animal Science / Department of Wildlife & Natural Resources / In the News / Students / Study Abroad

Tarleton State Explores the UK

Posted on August 24, 2024September 9, 2024 by jpartin

By: Dr. Jean Lonie In June, 24 students and faculty members spent 20+ days exploring agricultural production and policy across England and Scotland. The group was able to blend academic …

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Department of Animal Science / Faculty / In the News / Scholarships

Tarleton State, AQHA Visit Mexico City

Posted on April 5, 2024April 12, 2024 by jpartin

Animal Science Assistant Professor, Dr. Rafael Martinez recently visited Mexico City with a distinguished group from the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). Dr. Martinez was joined with esteemed professionals such …

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Department of Animal Science / Faculty / Research

Animal Science Attends Kentucky Equine Research Conference

Posted on February 13, 2024March 5, 2024 by jpartin

Animal Science’s Dr. Jessica Leatherwood and Ms. Paxton Turner attended the Kentucky Equine Research 27th Equine Health and Nutrition Conference in Ocala, FL. February 5-6th. The two-day scientific symposium attracted over …

Department of Animal Science / Faculty

Dr. Rafael Martinez joins Animal Science

Posted on February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 by jpartin

Tarleton State University’s Department of Animal Science has announced Dr. Rafael Martinez as a new faculty member. His dedication to equine reproduction and performance, cultivated through his academic journey, brings …

Department of Animal Science / In the News / Scholarships / Students

Pre-Vet. Students Receive Scholarships during FWSSR

Posted on February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 by jpartin

On January 27-28, 2024, the first-ever Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Youth Escaramuza and Charro Cala competition was held. On the 27th, Freshman and Pre-Veterinary Medicine major Liliana Perez’s …

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Department of Animal Science / Faculty / In the News

COANR Names Second Associate Dean

Posted on January 1, 2024February 8, 2024 by jpartin

After more than eight years of outstanding service as the Department Head for the Department of Animal Science, Dr. Frank Owsley has accepted a new role as an Associate Dean …

Department of Animal Science / Students

Tarleton Department of Animal Science Academic Quadrathalon 

Posted on December 2, 2023December 6, 2023 by

November 10th and 11th The Department of Animal Science hosted the Academic Quadrathalon involving the undergraduate students listed below. A total of four teams competed in four events: Practicum, Written Exam, …

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Department of Animal Science / In the News / Students

Continued Growth for the Tarleton Meat Judging Team

Posted on December 1, 2023December 6, 2023 by

By: Andrew Cano, Coach Tarleton State University’s Meat Judging Program continues to see growth, indicating no sign of slowing down! This fall, the 2023 Tarleton State Meat Judging Team crossed …

Department of Animal Science / Giving / In the News

Block & Bridle Philanthropic Initiative

Posted on November 30, 2023December 6, 2023 by

By: Dr. Cheyenne Runyan, Advisor The Block and Bridle Club embarked on a philanthropic initiative this Fall, seizing the month of November as an opportunity to give back to two …

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Department of Animal Science / Students / Thank You!

Equine Sales Prep & Marketing Class

Posted on November 29, 2023December 6, 2023 by

Students from the Equine Sales Prep & Marketing class took their class horse projects to the Triangle Horse Sale held during the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) World Show in …

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Department of Animal Science

Raising The Steaks

Posted on October 30, 2023October 31, 2023 by

By: Alison Chaney Dill pickle beef jerky: one of many products that come from the Tarleton State University Meats Lab. The meats lab is a state-inspected meat processing facility located …

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Alumni / Department of Animal Science / Students

Alumni Across the Seas

Posted on October 17, 2023October 30, 2023 by

By: Bella Becerra Tarleton alumni, Darcy Matson, is doing big things across the seas. Matson graduated from Tarleton last year with an animal science degree focused on production. Since graduation, …

Department of Animal Science / In the News / Students

Block and Bridle Volunteers at Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo

Posted on September 26, 2023October 3, 2023 by

By: Heather Ruemke Over the Pro Rodeo weekend, a group of 30 students from the Department of Animal Science and Tarleton State Block and Bridle received a special opportunity to …

Department of Animal Science / Students / Uncategorized

The Department of Animal Science Hosts Fall Social 

Posted on September 21, 2023October 3, 2023 by

By: Heather Ruemke The Department of Animal Science hosted their Fall Social on September 20th. Animal Science has seen tremendous growth over the last few years, which was evident with …

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Department of Animal Science / Scholarships / Students

Tarleton Meat Science had a summer filled with awards winners, conferences, and workshops

Posted on September 1, 2023September 1, 2023 by

By: Dr. Drew Cassens We had an amazing week at the 2023 AMSA Reciprocal Meat Conference! Connecting with our alumni, meeting new friends, and enhancing our knowledge of Meat Science. …

Department of Animal Science / Department of Wildlife & Natural Resources / In the News / Updates

Welcoming New Faculty

Posted on August 31, 2023September 8, 2023 by

With the start of a new academic year, the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources would like to welcome our new faculty members! Animal Science also welcomes Mr. James Cano …

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