Dairy Science Club at Iowa State University

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our country. 🇺🇸 From all of us in Dairy Science Club, thank you for your sacrifice. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/17/2026

Congratulations to our very own advisor for her accomplishment!

🏆 Announcing the 2026 ADSA Award Winners! 🏆 Christen Burgett (Iowa State University-Animal Science) is the 2026 recipient of the Hoard’s Dairyman Youth Development Award, generously sponsored by Hoard's Dairyman ➡️ https://ow.ly/CMCk50Z0zUu

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05/14/2026

Our next spotlight is…🎉HARLEY BAUMLER🎉

Harley is completing her double major in Agriculture and Rural Policy and International Agriculture. After graduation, she will be working as an Admin Coordinator at Poet Bioprocessing

Her favorite memories are meetings with Delana!

Her advice to other members is to go to the socials!!

Congratulations Harley!

05/13/2026

Our next senior is...🎉EMILY ZILISCH🎉
Emily is graduating with a double major in Dairy Science and Agronomy, and after graduation, she will work as a Ration Analyst with Agri-King Inc.

Her favorite memory is the industry tours and socials our club hosts. She enjoyed getting to know other members, and it built lasting friendships.

Her advice to members is to say yes to everything. You never know what you will enjoy until you try it. You will get to meet so many new faces this way and potentially find your passion.

Congratulations, Emily, and best of luck in your future!

05/12/2026

Our next spotlight is...🎉JADYN BELAND🎉
Jadyn will be graduating with her Bachelor's degree in Animal Science and will be attending Iowa State's College of Veterinary Medicine this fall.

Her favorite memory in the Dairy Science Club was working IMAC and "getting milkshakes 5 million times a day"

Her advice to younger members is "Get Facebook. Build friendships in the club, go to socials, and attend all you can because these years go by fast."

Congratulations, Jadyn, and good luck in Vet School!

05/11/2026

Our next senior is...🎉LOUIS HAMLETT🎉
Louis is graduating with a double major in Dairy Science and Agronomy. After graduation, he plans to return to the family farm!

His favorite memory was the ice skating social. It was by far his favorite club social, meeting with everyone, having fun, and laughing!

His advice to members is, "It’s never too late or too early to be involved. Go outside your comfort zone and try something new."

Congratulations, Louis, you have left a lasting impact on our club!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful mothers leading our herds. Your love and care is appreciated beyond words. 🩷

05/08/2026

Our next Senior is…🎉TESSA TAUKE🎉

Tessa is graduating with a bachelors degree in Animal Science and will be attending Iowa State Veterinary school in the fall.

Her favorite memories are the Food at First shifts. Helping the community is rewarding, and watching us attempt to cook is the real entertainment. Plus, there's always lots of funny stories and conversation.

Her advice to other members is to always be open to meeting new people and trying new things! You never know who will become your best friend or what might help you learn something new!

Congratulations Tessa!

05/07/2026

Out next senior spotlight is…🎉ANNE SIMPSON🎉

Anne will be graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science with a minor in Biology and a Dairy Cattle Production Management Certificate. After graduation, she will attend Kansas State University for a Master's in Animal Science with an emphasis in dairy nutrition.

Her favorite memories were all of the fall industry trips! It was always fun to see new places and learn new things alongside other members.

Her advice to younger members is to find an older member to act as a mentor. People in this club are always looking to give back and would love to help you succeed in this club, so don't be afraid to make connections with older members!

Congratulations Anne and best of luck at K-State!

05/06/2026

Our first senior spotlight is...🎉BROOKE JOHNSON🎉

Brooke is graduating with her Bachelor's in Agribusiness. After graduation, she will be starting at a Finance and HR consulting firm, Lighthouse Strategic Solutions, where she will be an Accounting & HR Specialist.

Brooke's favorite memory during her time in the Dairy Science Club is attending the 2026 Midwest ADSA, P-Vegas!

Her advice to younger members is to attend as many club socials as possible! You don't want to be the person who only knows everyone's name from the GroupMe!

We wish Brooke the best of luck in her future! Congratulations!