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"Serving animal agriculture through dynamic networks of discovery and education."
Animal Science Department's Mission
"To promote world-wide leadership in animal research and education in support of sustainable use of domestic animals for food, fiber, work and recreation, and to educate students for careers in the animal sciences."
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From left to right: Kelsey Horner (vice president), Megan Brincks (PR chair), Sam Cajka (treasurer), Cassie Sell (fund-raising co-chair), Hali Jorgensen (fund-raising co-chair), Kim Corradi (team captain), and Mindy Leach (president)
The UNL Equestrian Team hosted three Western Horsemanship shows this past weekend (Nov. 14 and 15) in the R.B. Warren Arena. The team competed against teams from Laramie County Community College, Colby Community College, NCTA, UNO, University of Wyoming, University of Colorado - Boulder, and Oklahoma State Panhandle University. The UNL team finished as high point team at two of the shows.
Left to Right: Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky; Christine Skelly, Michigan State University; Kathy Anderson, University of Nebraska; Carey Williams, Rutgers University; Betsy Greene, University of Vermont; Karen Hinton, Extension Director-University of Nebraska HorseQuest Program Receives National Recognition
Dr. Ernest R. Peo, Jr.
Dr. Ernest "Ernie" R Peo Jr., 84, died Tuesday, November 10, 2009, in Lincoln. Dr. Peo was born April 21, 1925, in Watertown, New York, to Ernest Sr. and Mattie (Oney) Peo. He joined the Animal Science faculty at UNL as a professor in 1956 and continued affiliation with the Department as Professor Emeritus after his retirement in 1988. His teaching at UNL was at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. He served as a major advisor for 15 Ph.D., and 27 Masters degree candidates. Dr. Peo's efforts in his profession were recognized numerous times. He received the All-University Distinguished Teaching Award in 1972; the Distinguished Teaching and Service Awards in 1972 and 1977, respectively, from the Nebraska Chapter of the agriculture honor society, Gamma Sigma Delta; the Nebraska Livestock Service Award in 1976; the L.K. Crowe Outstanding Undergraduate Student Advising Award in 1985, and the Burlington Northern Foundation Outstanding Teacher-Scholar Award in 1987. In 1986, Dr. Peo was selected the Graduate of Distinction in Animal Science, Oklahoma State University. He was awarded the title of Fellow of the American Society of Animal Science in 1984. The Nebraska Agribusiness Club honored two long-time Animal Science faculty members with their Public Service to Agriculture Awards.
Honored were Charles Adams (posthumously) and Ivan Rush, Professor Emeritus. The award presentations were made at the organization’s annual banquet, November 5, in Lincoln. UNL Named Champion Swine Team at 2009 American Royal
On October 31st the team traveled to Kansas City, MO to compete at the American Royal. At one of the highest scoring contests in recent history the UNL team finished solid in cattle and was named high team in swine, only to fall short because of sheep in the most competitive contest of the year. The senior team is currently preparing for their final contest on November 16, 2009 in Louisville, KY. Team members include: McKenzie Chambers, Colorado; Shellie Intermill, Aliance; Trey Kellner, Kansas; Clint Mickey, Aurora; Tom Murphy, Elkhorn; Jay Nordhausen, Ogallala; Mitch Novacek, Schuyler; Todd Ostermiller, Wyoming; Carrie Saur, Wyoming; Jason Star, North Platte.
The 2009 Senior Meat Judging Team coached by Ace VanDeWalle and Derek Schroeder, has competed in three contests so far this fall. The results are listed on the Meat Judging page . The teams last contest is the International at Tyson in Dakota City, NE on November 15th. Team members include: Tacy Langemeier, Elizabeth Wilhelm, Jared Williams, Jessica Corneilus, Lisa Watermeier, Jessica Clowser, and Emily Arkfeld.
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3D teaching
Oct 15th, 2009 | By admin | Category: Campus News, Issue, October 15, 2009
Students in Steven Jones’ Animal Products course use 3D glasses during a lecture on Oct. 8. Jones, an Animal Science professor, developed the technology with Vishal Singh, a multimedia design specialist, and others in UNL’s Communications and Instructional Technology team. Photo by Craig Chandler/University communications.
With lights dimmed, a big screen at the front of the room glows with a blurry, rotating image of a beef carcass. A navigation bar, featuring the names of dozens of bovine muscles, is on the left side of the screen. 
Steve Jones teaches in an East Campus classroom fitted to feature three-dimensional images. 
“Pushing against (virtual) muscle, for example, would create a different sensation for the user than, say, pushing against bone,” he said.
Paul Engler Receives Alumni Association Award
Pictured at the award presentation are: John Owens (IANR Vice Chancellor), Duane Kristensen (President of the CASNR Alumni Association), Paul Engler, and Steve Waller (CASNR Dean).
Pictured are Animal Science graduate students who were recognized at the Annual IANR Distinguished Fellowship Award Luncheon held September 3:
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On-Campus Interview. For Interview Dates and Resume Submission Deadlines, go to: www.unl.edu/careers . Click here for more information. Animal Science Faculty, Staff and Student Recognition Page
Animal Science BS Graduates attending the May 9 Animal Science Reception: First row: Kyle Kohout, Emily Tschida, Spencer Eisenmenger, Meredith Jordan Second row: Shantille Kruse, Jennifer Schuckman Third row: Kathryn Farris Fourth row: Brian Petersen, Paul Schmid Fifth row: Joshua VanDeWalle, Jacob Geis, Lance Dahlquist Sixth row: Kassandra Ketteler, Brigham Scott, Jeremy Haack Seventh row: Ajak Majak Kuai
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LINCOLN, Neb. -- Larry Berger, professor of animal science at the University of Illinois, has been named the Marvel L. Baker head of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Animal Science.
He will begin his new position Aug. 17, succeeding interim head Sheila Scheideler.
The Dr. Marvel L. Baker professorship was created by an endowment from Robert and Ardis James of Chappaqua, N.Y. Baker started his career in 1924 at the institution that is today's Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. He then became a professor of animal science at UNL and served until his retirement in 1963. Mrs. James worked for Baker at UNL after graduating from high school, and he was a positive force in her experience at the University of Nebraska.
Berger, a northeast Kansas native, began his faculty career at Illinois after receiving his doctoral degree in ruminant nutrition from UNL in 1978. He has been at Illinois for 31 years, serving as professor since 1986.
Though he had been interested in becoming a department head and had opportunities to apply for such positions at other institutions, Berger did not, instead waiting for the right one to materialize. UNL was that right one, he said.
"This is the first one I've applied for. It speaks to the admiration and respect for the people here and the livestock industry in the state of Nebraska," Berger said.
Although Berger and his wife are pulling up deep roots to move to Lincoln, he said he felt like he has accomplished everything he set out to accomplish at Illinois.
"I am impressed by Dr. Berger's strong commitment to teaching, research and extension education," said John Owens, NU vice president and IANR Harlan vice chancellor. "The fact that Larry's current department is the United State's second-ranked animal science department for faculty scholarly productivity means he will bring a deep appreciation for academic excellence to UNL."
Berger has received numerous awards for teaching and research, where his emphasis has been on the use of protein and energy nutrition and animal management techniques to improve the production efficiency of beef cattle.
Scheideler has been interim department head for two years, succeeding Don Beermann, who became director of the Institutional Animal Care Program in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Economic Development.
Berger received an associate's degree in agriculture from Cloud County Community College in Concordia, Kan., and bachelor's and master's degrees in animal science from Kansas State University.
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7/9/09-LM Source: John Owens, Harlan vice chancellor, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, (402) 472-2871 (402) 472-2871, jowens@nebraska.edu Writer: Lori McGinnis, IANR News Service, (402) 472-3030 (402) 472-3030, lmcginni2@unl.edu
Scott Brady Retires
Scott Brady, UNL Extension Educator in the Central IV Area and a member of the Animal Science Alumni (M.S. 1976), retired in October, 2009. A consistent part of Scott’s Extension work was the time and effort he put into working with 4-H youth in the many different aspects of 4-H livestock programs. From livestock judging to showing cattle, to newer events such as livestock quiz bowl and skillathon, Scott generated interest in kids and parents alike. The short-term result was a lot of success in 4-H competitions, but the long term result was having a lot of youth choose to become involved in some aspect of the livestock industry for their careers.
Two Animal Science Faculty Members receive ASAS Awards
Two University of Nebraska-Lincoln animal scientists were honored by the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS) at the organization's annual meeting held in Montreal, Canada, on July 12-16, 2009.
Dr. Terry J. Klopfenstein, Professor of Animal Science, is recipient of the 2009 ASAS Morrison Award, the organization's most prestigious award, presented each year to a member of ASAS who has conducted outstanding recent research that has been of direct importance in livestock production. To be eligible, a nominee shall have made meritorious scientific contributions or discovery in research in the field of animal science.
Terry Klopfenstein earned his BS, MS, and PhD at The Ohio State University (OSU). He joined the University of Nebraska Animal Science faculty in 1965. His contributions in teaching and development of scientists are widely known. Klopfenstein served as president of the ASAS Midwestern Section, ASAS, and the Federation of Animal Science Societies. He has been awarded the USDA Secretary of Agriculture Honor Award; Honorary Membership in the Mexican Association of Animal Production; acceptance into the OSU Animal Science and College of Agriculture Halls of Fame; and the ASAS Nutrition, Teaching, and Fellow Awards. At the University of Nebraska, he received the Alumni Association Graduate Education Award, Walnut Grove Service Award, College of Agriculture and Holling Teaching Award, Nebraska Hall of Agriculture Achievement, Gamma Sigma Delta Teaching and Research Awards, and Omtvedt Innovation Award. He has given the livestock industry outstanding leadership and is a highly productive and respected scientist and teacher.
Dr. Galen E. Erickson, Associate Professor of Animal Science, is recipient of the ASAS Early Career Achievement Award that recognizes achievement of young scholars working toward the mission of the ASAS which is to foster the discovery, sharing, and application of scientific knowledge concerning the responsible use of animals to enhance human life and well-being.
Galen Erickson received his BS from Iowa State and his MS and PhD from Nebraska, where he has been on the faculty since 2001 working in the feedlot cattle nutrition area. In his short career, Erickson has supervised over 40 graduate students and has published numerous refereed publications and coauthored four book chapters. Erickson has an exemplary record of extramural support. Outstanding motivation, dedication to excellence in fulfilling position responsibilities, and effective leadership are hallmarks of his performance. In recognition of his program, he has received the Midwest ASAS/ADSA Outstanding Young Researcher Award and the University of Nebraska's Dinsdale and Wendall Burgher Awards.
Dr. Rick Rasby is Presented the 2009 Burgher Award.
Photo: Dr. John Owens, NU Vice President and IANR Harlan Vice Chancellor, Dr. Rick Rasby , and Dr. Louis W. Burgher, donor of award, at the July 24 award presentation.
Dr. Richard (Rick) Rasby, Professor of Animal Science at the University of Nebraska, is recipient of the "Wendell Burgher Beef Industry Award," in recognition of his excellent research, teaching, and extension efforts in the beef industry. The award is made possible through the generosity of Dr. Louis W. Burgher through gifts to the University of Nebraska Foundation in memory of his late father, Wendell. The beacon and most significant contribution to the beef industry of Dr. Rasby's extension program has been development of the Beef Web site (http://beef.unl.edu). This comprehensive site contains a plethora of information including a production calendar, FAQs, Nebraska Beef Report, and a searchable data base. This Web site is recognized as the leading beef Web site in the world and consistently attracts in excess of 2 million visitors annually. The Web site features an "Ask a Specialist" service to which Dr. Rasby responds to submitted questions. Dr. Rasby has developed a research base to support his extension programming. This is most evident in recent years as he has investigated and determined the best use of co-products (distiller's grains) from the ethanol industry as feedstuffs for the cow herd. Dr. Rasby also teaches a senior-level cow/calf management class. With his extension appointment, he is able to bring questions and management problems that he receives into the classroom for students to solve using a holistic, multi-disciplinary approach. The award presentation was made at a luncheon on Friday, July 24.
Dr. Bryan Reiling, Receives the NACTA Teacher Fellow Award
Dr. Bryan Reiling, Associate Professor of Animal Science, received the 2009 Teacher Fellow Award from the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) at their 55th Annual Conference held at Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, on June 17-20, 2009.
Dr. Reiling was raised on a grain and livestock farm in northeast Iowa, attended Iowa State University and received a BS in Animal Science (1987). After working with industry, Dr. Reiling returned to Iowa State where he received an MS in Meat Science (1991), and in 1996, he earned a PhD in Ruminant Nutrition from the University of Illinois. Dr. Reiling then accepted a faculty position in Animal Science at the University of Florida where he developed an experiential learning livestock management practicum designed to provide urban-backgrounded students hands-on animal experience. In 2000, Dr. Reiling accepted a teaching/extension position in Animal Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he teaches undergraduate courses in Fundamentals of Animal Biology and Industry, Animal Production Skills, Animal Management, and Animal and Carcass Evaluation. He coaches the UNL Meat Animal Evaluation Team and advises approximately 35 undergraduates. Dr. Reiling has been recognized by the UNL Parents' Association and Teaching Council for contributions to students, received the Nebraska Gamma Sigma Delta Teaching Award of Merit, the CASNR Outstanding Teaching Award, the UNL Student Government Outstanding Teacher Award for small classes, and the Midwest ASAS Young Teacher Award.
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