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Dedicated to the Virginia Tech motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the School of Animal Sciences pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. We invite you to bring your interest in animals and let us prepare you for your future. Where can the School of Animal Sciences take you? The choices are unlimited!

Academics

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Learn how the School of Animal Sciences can help you create the path for your successful academic journey.

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Research

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Extension

Community Outreach

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Beef Extension
Dairy Extension
Equine Extension
Poultry Extension
Sheep Extension
Swine Extension

4-H Horse Program
Virginia 4-H Dairy Youth Program
Youth Livestock Program

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Virginia Cooperative Extension

Extracurricular involvement is an invaluable part of the Hokie experience for every student.

Learn about our clubs, study abroad opportunities, undergraduate research, internship, volunteer opportunities, and more.

Beyond the Classroom

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Undergraduate Research
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SAS Student Ambassador Program
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Intercollegiate Teams, Competitive Opportunities, and Shows
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Volunteering at the Farms
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Capstone Experience

In the News

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Virginia Tech and Arizona State researchers discover way to boost shelter dog adoptions , article
The researchers found that brief outings and temporary fostering stays increased dogs’ likelihood of adoption by five times and more than 14 times, respectively.
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Veterinary and public health alumna wins United States Public Health Service’s Excellence in Public Health Award , article
Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine alumna Ella Rak has won the 2023 Excellence in Public Health Award. This award, issued by the United States Public Health Service, recognizes outstanding work done during veterinary school.
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Longtime Extension agent to coach Virginia Tech Livestock Judging Team , article
Matthew Miller was a member and later a coach of the team and brings decades of competition experience to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
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Alan Ealy named Horace E. and Elizabeth F. Alphin Professor of Dairy Science , article
A faculty member in the School of Animal Sciences since 2012, Ealy is a leading authority in bovine reproductive biology whose research has helped dairy producers across the globe improve pregnancy outcomes, offspring health, and production efficiency.