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Student Newsletter: February 19th, 2026

February 19th, 2026!

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CLUBS & STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

  1. Vet Roots is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for Black students in CFAES. We aim to build a strong, connected community where students can share experiences, grow together, and thrive. More information coming soon!

INTERNSHIP & PART-TIME ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. The USDA Internship Program welcomes emerging leaders from across the country to support America’s farmers, food systems, rural communities, and natural resources.

  2. The Dobbins Lab at the Pennsylvania State University is recruiting a M.S. student to begin in August 2026 on a fully funded assistantship. 

  3. Adirondack Farms is now accepting applications for summer internships. If interested you may apply using the link to this google form.

FULL-TIME JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. The Ohio Poultry Association has a Bird Health and Regulatory Coordinator position available!

  2. Cargill is hiring a Swine Trial Application Scientist to lead and support innovative swine nutrition research.

  3. The University of Missouri is seeking qualified individuals to oversee the care and management of the cow-calf system at its Beef Research and Teaching Farm located in Columbia, MO.

  4. Bridgewater Dairy Farms is looking for an assistant farm manager or a soon to graduate student that can grow into management of a large farm operation.

  5. Select Sires is looking for a summer employee as Ohio Livestock Technician! More information here.

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LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT

  1. The CFAES Alumni Society Board is launching a brand‑new signature event just for you: Campus to Career — a virtual networking experience designed to help you explore real career paths and connect with Buckeyes who’ve been where you are now. If the word “

  2. The Animal Science Short Course Program at Southern Illinois University is pleased to announce their two upcoming short courses in equine reproduction: A 2.5-Day Stallion Semen Short Course: From Collection to Cooling and Freezing and a 2.5-Day Mare Artificial Insemination Short Course at SIU on

  3. The Columbus Pet Expo (March 13-15, 2026) is looking for volunteers to help in the livestock areas,

  4. Each year, the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association invites students interested in learning more about careers in veterinary medicine to a special event, during which they can meet practicing veterinarians who can give them a glimpse into the profession’s possibilities. Connection Corner: Student

HELPFUL RESOURCES

  1. The Monda Student Resource Center is a support resource for students that may struggle to succeed because essential needs such as food, housing, clothing, or other needs are not being met

  2. All OSU Counseling and Consultation Services (CCS) staff were sent home to tele-commute until further notice.The CCS phone line 614-292-5766 remains available for emergency assistance 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.

  3. Did you know that CFAES has hired a counselor to support the needs of their students' mental health?  Dr.

  4. The College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences has renewed its partnership with Portfolium.com and will continue to provide ALL students and faculty the opportunity to

  5. The Career Services page on the departmental site has been redeveloped to hopefully make it more user-friendly. Check out helpful resources for building a resume, writing cover letters and more. There are resume templates that can be used to create a resume in case you don’t know where to start

  6. Emergency: Dial 911
    University Police: 614-292-2121
    Student Advocacy Center: 614-292-1111
    Student Judicial Affairs: 614-292-0748