Intercollegiate Teams, Competitive Opportunities, and Shows
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Academic QuadrathlonA team of four undergraduate students draw on their knowledge and experience with no formal practice to compete locally, regionally, and nationally. Events include laboratory practicum, written exam, oral presentation, and quiz bowl.
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Dairy Challenge TeamThe North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge (NAIDC) is an innovative competition for students representing dairy science programs at North American universities. Its mission is to facilitate education, communication and an exchange of ideas among students, agribusiness, dairy producers and universities that enhances the development of the dairy industry and its leaders.
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Dr. Michael Barnes Dairy Judging TeamOne of the oldest teams on campus and still as relevant as 100 years ago. Develop your problem analysis and solving skills, learn to make decisions with logic and confidence, improve teamwork, self-discipline, and communication skills. National Champions: 2022, 2013, 2009, 2008, 2006!
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Virginia Tech Equestrian Club , redirectThe Virginia Tech Equestrian Club is a recognized club in the Virginia Tech Sports Club Federation. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience with horses or major. The club strives to provide a forum for conversation about horses and their care, as well as allow students to organize, participate in, and observe equine related events such as horse shows and clinics.
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Little All-AmericanHeld in April of each year, students are assigned a heifer and taught how to care for and show their animals. Open to all Virginia Tech students. Sponsored by the Virginia Dairymen.
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Little InternationalHosted by the Block & Bridle Club, the Little International is open to all Virginia Tech students. Come learn to show beef cattle, sheep, horses, and/or swine.
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Livestock Judging Team , redirectSponsored by the School of Animal Sciences, our collegiate livestock judging team develops and hones livestock evaluation skills that carry over into other arenas as they continue their careers—academically and professionally.