Home
Design your experience
Learn how the School of Animal Sciences can help you create the path for your successful academic journey.
Discovery awaits
Community Outreach
-
Article Item
Study highlights how frustration can lead to failure for search and rescue dogs , articleNew research shows that when these dogs experience frustration — such as blocked access to a reward or an unfulfilled expectation — they are slower to complete their searches and more prone to errors.
-
Article Item
Virginia Tech study finds unique brain changes linked to witnessing trauma , articleResearchers discovered distinct molecular differences in how the brain processes directly experienced versus witnessed trauma — a finding that could lead to more targeted treatments for PTSD.
-
Redirect Item
American university students visit island to learn about Guernsey cow , redirectThis week the Dairy Club at Virginia Tech is traveling to Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland for their Spring Break International Trip. Part of the group traveled last week to the Channel Islands to visit Guernsey and Jersey where they were able to learn more about the management and genetics of dairy herds on each island. What a special experience to see where the breeds originated! Thank you to the Guernsey Press for the story highlighting their visit!
-
Article Item
Aspiring double Hokie embarks on a unique veterinary career with the U.S. Army , articleZach Kirkpatrick will receive training after getting his DVM degree to become a commissioned officer in the Army Veterinary Corps.
Class of 2025 - In the Spotlight
-
Article Item
Abby Greenwood , articleAs a participant in the Dairy Science 3+1 program, Abby Greenwood is excited to attend the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine next semester. She has been an active member of the Dairy Club and will fondly remember her time at Virginia Tech and the friends she has made here.
-
Article Item
Cassie Borino , articleCassie Borino has long dreamed of going to vet school and she believes her time at Virginia Tech has prepared her well. With research opportunities, studying abroad, and friends that can last a lifetime, Cassie has had four great years at Virginia Tech and is now looking forward to another four at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine!
-
Article Item
Sophia Cheng , articleWith a minor in Biodiversity Conservation, Sophia Cheng has big hopes to combine her knowledge about wildlife and companion animals in the future to help many animals. Sophia plans to attend veterinary school to refine that knowledge before going into veterinary pathology or internal medicine.
-
Article Item
Daniela Garcia Llanos , articleBetween volunteering at the Virginia Tech horse barns and a trip to Germany to learn more about the European horse industry, Daniela Garcia Llanos has realized her love of all things equine! Daniela is thrilled to pursue a career working with thoroughbred horses, and with a double concentration, her passion for animals extends to many species.
-
Article Item
Tyler Wood , articleMajoring in Animal and Poultry Sciences, this senior is reaching for the sky! Meet Tyler Wood, a VT Corps of Cadets member who plans to attend the U.S. Army Flight School. Tyler enjoys spending his free time fly fishing, camping, and hiking at various national parks.
-
Article Item
Makaia Haight , articleA double major in Animal and Poultry Sciences and Dairy Science, Makaia Haight is making the most of her time at Virginia Tech. Whether you see her at a women’s basketball game or reaching out to new students as an ambassador, Makaia is always moving!
Upcoming Events
Seminars
Extracurricular involvement is an invaluable component of the Hokie experience.
Learn about our clubs, study abroad opportunities, undergraduate research, internship, volunteer opportunities and more!
At a Glance
Additionally, we:
- are the largest animal program east of the MISSISSIPPI;
- offer accelerated options;
- provide transformational, hands-on animal experience.
Where do our undergraduate students call home?
