Taylor Hayes

I'm originally from North Carolina where I earned an undergraduate degree in Animal Science from NC State University, where she became actively involved in student leadership and professional organizations. Through my coursework, research, and extracurricular involvement, I've developed a strong foundation in animal nutrition and reproduction physiology along with a desire to further my academic and professional career in these fields. While pursuing my Master’s degree in Reproduction Physiology at Virginia Tech under Dr. Shelly Rhoads, I'm is particularly interested in exploring how nutrition strategies can improve/effect reproduction. By joining Virginia Tech, I hope to strengthen my expertise in animal reproduction while contributing to applied research that benefits producers, animals, and the agricultural industry.