NDSU Animal Sciences

10/09/2026

FINAL REMINDER! Make sure to register this weekend for our Discover NDSU Animal Sciences!

📖 Hands-on learning activities
🏫 Explore programs and facilities
👨🏻‍🏫 Meet faculty and current students
🤘 Discover exceptional opportunities at NDSU

You don't want to miss out: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/events/discover-ndsu-animal-sciences

10/06/2026

Your reminder that you can get a closer look at what it’s like to study Animal Science at NDSU during Discover NDSU Animal Sciences.

High school sophomores, juniors and seniors can spend an afternoon getting hands-on, exploring Animal Science facilities, meeting current students and faculty, and discovering the many ways to turn an interest in animals into a future career.

Come see Animal Science in action and start imagining yourself at NDSU.

📅 October 16, 2026
⏰ 1:30–4:30 p.m.
📝 Registration required by October 11 at 11:59 p.m.

Register: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/events/discover-ndsu-animal-sciences

09/29/2026

Love animals? See what life as an NDSU Veterinary Technology student could look like during Discover NDSU Animal Sciences on October 16.

High school sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in veterinary technology will get the chance to experience hands-on learning, explore facilities, meet current students and faculty, and learn more about the skills and experiences that prepare Vet Tech students for careers working with animals.

Come get a hands-on look at where your interest in animal care could take you.

📅 October 16, 2026
⏰ 1:30–4:30 p.m.
📝 Registration required by October 11 at 11:59 p.m.

Register: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/events/discover-ndsu-animal-sciences

09/25/2026

NDSU was represented at the 97th Annual North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Convention and Trade Show in Bismarck, Sept. 24–26.

Dr. Kelli Maddock, director of the North Dakota Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, shared an update on the VDL with the Animal Health Policy Committee, while Dr. Jake Galbreath, NDSU Extension veterinarian, also provided an update on the Professional Student Exchange Program.

We’re proud to have NDSU experts contributing to conversations that support animal health and North Dakota’s livestock industry

09/23/2026

Meet Isabella Schiffler, a freshman at NDSU majoring in Animal Science on the pre-vet track!

This past summer, Isabella had the incredible opportunity to be a Princess Kay of the Milky Way finalist, where she was honored as a Top 3 finalist and received a scholarship.

She decided to run for Princess Kay to share her family’s dairy story and help bridge the gap between consumers and producers. Growing up on a dairy farm has shown Isabella how much hard work, passion and family go into agriculture, and she hopes to help others better understand where their food comes from and the people behind it.

Her experience as a Princess Kay finalist gave her opportunities to meet new people, share her passion for agriculture and represent the dairy community. The experience made her even more excited to continue advocating for agriculture and sharing her story.

Now, Isabella is excited to start her next chapter at NDSU, get involved on campus, meet new people and continue learning about animal science as she works toward her goal of becoming a large animal veterinarian!

09/23/2026

Now Hiring! NDSU Swine Unit Manager

We're looking for a Unit Manager to lead operations at the NDSU Swine Research and Teaching Center in Fargo.

This full-time position oversees swine care, animal environment, facility maintenance, safety and compliance, student worker training, and support for teaching, research and Extension activities.

Interested? Apply today >> https://ndsu.ag/SwineUnitManager

09/22/2026

If horses are your thing, come see what’s next for you here.

Get an inside look at NDSU’s Equine Science program during Discover NDSU Animal Sciences on October 16.

High school sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in Equine Science can experience hands-on learning, explore NDSU’s facilities, meet current students and faculty, and discover the opportunities available through an education centered around horses.

Come experience an afternoon as an NDSU Animal Sciences student and see where Equine Science could take you.

📅 October 16, 2026
⏰ 1:30–4:30 p.m.
📝 Registration required by October 11 at 11:59 p.m.

Register: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/events/discover-ndsu-animal-sciences

09/18/2026

09/18/2026

Look at our students getting hands-on experience!

09/17/2026

“This expansion provides a major opportunity for students to gain meaningful hands-on experiences so they’re able to handle and care for pigs. Additionally, exposure to the expansion allows students the opportunity to apply their knowledge learned in the classroom to the challenges of a modern commercial-type facility.”

📲 Read the story behind the latest upgrade to our livestock units and learn how this new addition will enhance hands-on learning opportunities for our students!

NDSU News September 16, 2026 Swine Research and Teaching Center expansion enhances NDSU research opportunities NDSU recently celebrated the renovation and expansion of its Swine Research and Teaching Center and showcased the enhanced research and educational opportunities it will provide for student...