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Student Newsletter: October 12, 2015

  1. Departmental Merchandise Available for Purchase

    If you’re interested in purchasing departmental embroidered and screen print merchandise, now is the time!  All items can be viewed at osu.outreachpromos.com within the Department of Animals Sciences option box on the left side of the page.  Once you click on an item to view, you will see “SPEC SHEET” written at the top of the clothing description with a PDF link; copy/paste the link into your browser to view specific sizing and material information.  Order forms and money are due by 5:00 pm, Monday, November 2 in Plumb Hall 116 (2027 Coffey Rd., Columbus, OH 43210) to either Joan Jerauld or Mariette Benage. Orders should come in before Thanksgiving. This is the only time merchandise will be available to purchase until next fall, so get your orders in!

  2. Fall Break Trip

    National Afro-American Museum

    Not sure of what to do during your fall break? Join FAES as they travel to the National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center and Young’s Jersey Dairy!. The trip is FREE to CFAES students, faculty and staff and includes breakfast and lunch thanks to CFAES Equity and Inclusion. Online pre-registration is required. The group will depart Ag. Admin at 9:00 and return by 5:30pm on Thursday October 15. Check out the flyer for more details.

  3. Buckeye Royal

    Buckeye Dairy Club

    Looking for an excuse to visit the OSU Waterman Dairy Farm and frolic with some dairy cows? The Buckeye Dairy Club invites you to participate in their annual showmanship contest, the Buckeye Royal, on Friday, October 23 at 5:00 p.m. Buckeye Royal is FREE to students, faculty and staff, and participants will receive a FREE long sleeve t-shirt to show in! There will also be a small awards ceremony and pot luck following the contest.

    Novice/Experienced Categories: Participants will have two weeks to break a yearling Jersey heifer to lead for the contest. Participants are required to work with their animals at least four times prior to the contest. Practice times are 4:30-7:00 Monday - Friday, October 12-22. Buckeye Dairy Club members will be at the farm for assistance and advice. Weekend practices upon request. If those times do not work, contact Taylor Kruse or Libby Adelsberger, and they can work with your schedule.

    Costume Contest: Since the contest is close to Halloween, the Buckeye Dairy Club has added a fun category – a costume contest! Pick a theme and find a costume for yourself and your heifer. Entries will be judged based on creativity, functionality and appeal. All costumes (for the heifers) must be pre-approved by the farm managers.

    Registration ends October 7, so sign up today! Participants can register on the Buckeye Dairy Club board in the Animal Science lobby, on the Google Doc, or by directly emailing the Buckeye Dairy Club.

  4. Professional Networking in Animal Sciences

    A new course,  Professional Networking in Animal Sciences, will be meeting Thursdays from 12:40-1:35 in 112 Kottman Hall. This course will have 10 leaders in the animal industry and government from around Ohio visit campus this fall to talk with the class on their backgrounds, careers, company/government agency, and potential opportunities for Animal Sciences graduates. Contact Dr. Mike Lilburn with any questions. 

  5. Meat Judging Contest

    Meat judging

    Join the Department of Animal Sciences in the First Annual Buckeye Classic Meat Judging Contest, Thursday, November 5 from 6-8:15pm. Students can judge individually or as a team of four (clubs and organizations welcome) from 6-7pm with dinner following directly afterward. This event is free of charge and will be held in 117 Animal Sciences. Awards will be announced Saturday, November 7 at 1pm during the Dept. of Animal Science tailgate event. For those interested in judging, please contact Lyda Garcia so that she may have enough food prepared for the dinner.

  6. Experience OSU for a Day Hosts Needed

    The Oval

    Do you enjoy sharing your passion for Ohio State with others? Would you be willing to show high school students what it is like to be a Buckeye? The "Experience OSU for a Day" (EOFD) Program allows prospective students to get a feel for what college is really like. These students visit CFAES frequently, and we are in need of volunteers to show these students around campus when they come to visit.

    EOFD Hosts volunteer to have prospective high school students shadow them from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. for 1-2 weekdays each semester. Hosting is very flexible and can be adjusted to fit your schedule. Hosts are encouraged to take their shadow(s) to see various classrooms, the Oval, the Union, a room in Norton House, and to eat lunch at Parker Dairy Store (lunch is free for the host and shadow). To sign up, simply fill out the form. If you have questions, feel free to contact Gary Klopfenstein.40.

  7. National Turkey Federation Internship

    Turkey

    The National Turkey Federation is currently accepting internship applications for the Spring 2016 semester in the Washington, D.C. office.  The organization is seeking a recent graduate or a currently enrolled senior with a desire to learn about and advocate for the turkey industry. Pursuit of, or degree in, poultry science or animal science is strongly desired but not mandatory. Additionally, there will be a strong consideration for those that seek to work in the poultry industry as a career.  This internship is paid, and housing assistance will be provided if necessary.

    Interested candidates should send a resume, a letter of recommendation, and a cover letter to Sarah Trujillo by close of business on Friday, November 13th.  The cover letter should answer the following two questions: (1) What interests you about the poultry industry? And (2) Why do you see this internship as a good fit for you?  For more information, please see the attached internship description.

  8. National Pork Board Internships

    Pig

    The National Pork Board is seeking candidates to apply for the 2016 internship program. To learn about these exciting opportunities, please see the attached descriptions.  There are positions available in Producer Services, Communication, Science and Technology, and Domestic Marketing. Interviews will take place in December. The Pork Board is funded through a market checkoff collection on sales of market swine in the United States. National Pork Board is effectively serving U.S. pork producers through the development of educational programs, coordination of research projects, and increasing the demand for pork meat in domestic and international markets. Students can also visit pork.org for more internship opportunities.

  9. Select Sires Internship

    Select Sires is offering a new internship with the technical services group under the direction of Dr. Ray Nebel.  This internship will focus primarily on dealing with records from domestic and internal dairy customers.  Please see the attached announcement for information on how to apply. The deadline for all applications is November 20.
     

  10. AgCareers Internships

    Field

    AgCareers.com is excited to bring internship opportunities currently available on our website from valued partners such as Bayer CropScience, DuPont, Smithfield Hog Production, Monsanto and many more! Check out this website for a full list of these internships or visit AgCareers.com.

  11. Alta Genetics Internship

    Cow

    Alta Genetics is already on the hunt for their 2016 interns. Last year, Alta received a record number of applicants and was able to create intern positions for 8 students. Applicants can choose from one or any combination of the following focus areas to create a customized and rewarding internship with your skills and career goals in mind: Alta Advantage, Reproductive Management, Sales, Marketing & Training, Saskatoon Colostrum Company, and Valley Agricultural Software. These internships offer a perfect opportunity for students to immerse themselves into the US progressive dairy industry and prepare them for work experiences after college. Please view the flyer for further details. Application deadline is November 6th

     

  12. Winding Creek Internships

    Winding Creek family

    Winding Creek Equestrian Sports Center, a small Co-op boarding facility located in Johnstown, Ohio, is seeking 6 student interns for the 2015-16 school year and summer of 2016. All the barn staff work other full-time jobs and commit to part-time hours at the farm to care for the horses, facilities, and to participate in barn events/programs so it is expected that the interns attend school full-time and commit part-time to the barn. During the school year, the work shifts will consist of one weekday morning, one weekday evening, and one weekend day. During these shifts, interns will be shadowing a barn staff member and assisting with daily chores or large projects. Riding and exercising horses will be dependent upon each intern’s ability. Winding Creek is looking for students interested in the equine industry to help them sharpen their knowledge and to help connect them with the local equine community.

    Check out their website to apply or contact Barn manager Eddie Landry ​with questions and set up a time to discuss the internship.

  13. Lazy E Ranch Internship

    Lazy E Ranch entrance

    The Lazy E Ranch, LLC in Guthrie, Oklahoma is looking for several enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals for multiple internship positions. Positions includes Sales Prep Technician, General Horsemanship, Foaling Attendants, and Breeding Attendants. A full description for each position as well as start and finish dates are included in the attached flyer. Interns will receive weekly pay and housing arrangements.

  14. ASAS Internship

    Piglets

    The ASAS Science Policy Summer Internship Program provides experience for undergraduates and graduate students in legislative, regulatory, or administrative science policy activities in Washington DC. A full description of the program can be found on the attachment. The deadline to apply is October 30th.

     

  15. South Wind Stables Internship

    Horses

    South Wind Stables in Pataskala, OH is seeking 1-2 interns for immediate start who are interested in developing their knowledge and skill in equine management, development and care. The facility specializes in developing horses of a variety of breeds and interests, houses 17 horses, has riding trails on 60 acres, and an indoor arena of 80x200.

    South Wind has a welcoming and easy going stable environment that offers the intern the opportunity to become knowledgeable about and engaged in:

    - English and Western Dressage

    - Working with horses of a wide variety of breeds

    - Stable management and practices from customer service and contracts to the financial aspects of the business

    - Veterinary care

    - Nutrition

    - Stable housekeeping

    - Show management (4 summer schooling shows on premises)

    - Opportunities for acting as scribe at schooling shows to increase your knowledge of performance expectations

    - Pasture management

    - Farrier, chiropractic, acupuncture awareness

    - Mare and foal care - there was a foal born May 2014

    - Equine behavior, confidence, body language

    For more info, contact Amy Rothe-Hietter at 614-218-9217.

     

  16. Equine Breeding Farm Internship

    Horses

    The Equine Reproduction Laboratory at Colorado State University is accepting applications for an Equine Breeding Farm Internship that will begin on January 1, 2016. The goal of the program is to provide advanced training in equine breeding farm procedures and management. The program is aimed preferentially for people with a sincere desire to pursue a career in the equine breeding industry. Interns will participate in a one (1) year program. One intern will start on January 1 and finish on December 31 of that same year. A second intern will start on July 1 and finish on June 30 of the following year. Applicants should have completed a BS degree in Equine Sciences, Animal Science or related discipline. For more information, view the attached flyer. For any questions, contact Leslie Butler of the Equine Reproduction Lab. The deadline for applications is October 15.

  17. Tyson Foods Internships

    Tyson Foods logo

    Tyson Foods would like to announce that it is accepting applications for its R&D Summer Internship program. The program has 8 positions available, open to current year Juniors and Seniors as well as Graduate students majoring in Food Science, Meat Science, Animal Science / Poultry Science (with a meat focus), and Grain / Bakery Science as well as 1 internship for Food Processing, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineers (Downers Grove, IL). Check out the flyer for more information and instructions on how to apply.

  18. Director of Public Relations

    Ohio Beef Council

    Position opening for a Director of Public Relations and Consumer Marketing program at the Ohio Beef Council. Staff responsibilities include the development and implementation of beef checkoff-funded programs in the areas of consumer advertising, retail, foodservice, nutrition and veal designed to increase consumer demand for beef and veal products. The position also includes some OCA program coordination. Cattle industry background is strongly preferred.

    For a complete position description, contact the Ohio Beef Council at 614-873-6736 or email at eharsh@ohiobeef.org.  To apply, mail a cover letter and resume to Elizabeth Harsh, Executive Director, Ohio Beef Council, 10600 U.S. Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040.

  19. Dairy Farm Herd Manager

    Rogue Creamery

    Rogue Creamery, a dairy farm and creamery known for its award winning cheese located in Southern Oregon, has an opening for a Herdsman/Dairy manager to help oversee the care of over 100 dairy cows. This position is perfect for a recent college graduate that might be interested in sustainable and organic dairy management. A full job description is available in the attached flyer

  20. Upcoming Study Abroad Info Sessions

    O-H-I-O at Great Wall of China

     

    South Africa: Exotic Animal Behavior and Welfare

    • Wednesday, October 21 at 4:00pm in 212 Animal Science Building
  21. Employers on Campus

    Job interview

    Employers on Campus is your opportunity to interact with potential employers in a casual setting where you can have your resumes reviewed, conduct a quick mock interview or just learn more about a company. Walk-In appointments with employers available to all students in the Ag Admin Library.
    The following companies will be present during fall semester:
    ·         October 13 – 9a-1p: Ohio Corn and Wheat Association
    ·         October 14 – 12p-5p: Hidden Creek Landscaping

  22. Career Development Workshops

    Handshake

    Join the Career Development for one of the many workshops we are offering this autumn semester!
    ·         10/12/2015 (5:30- 6:30pm) NRM Resume Critique with ODNR, Ag Admin Library
    ·         10/21/2015 (4:30- 6:00pm) Resume 101 Workshop, Open to all majors, Ag Admin 105
    ·         11/10/2015 (evening) LinkedIn Workshop and Networking, location TBD

    To stay in the know on upcoming career development events, log in to Hireabuckeye and look in the Events tab.

  23. University Mental Health Resources

    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. Students can push 2 to reach a mental health counselor at any time.

    CCS has suspended onsite and in person services, including those at embedded locations, through at least May 3, 2020.  You are still able to connect with a counselor  for a 30 minute phone or video consultation using Carmen Zoom or Skype. These consultations are offered 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday through Friday in order to check in with students, problem solve, and offer support.  Students will need to share their address/location at the time of the call.

    Students can access many self-help tools that are available on the CCS website at https://ccs.osu.edu . The CCS COVID-19 updates page linked to the website is a great resource. On that page, students will find helpful coping skills such as the mental health strategies video series. This time that can be difficult for many. All students are encouraged to check that out.

    This link also contains some great information for coping right now:https://u.osu.edu/emotionalfitness/2020/03/12/mental-health-tips-during-covid-19-coronavirus/

    If you encounter a suspected emergency situation with any student during this time, crisis support is available by calling CCS at 614-292-5766. If this happens with the student remotely located, please try to get as much contact information about the student such as name, phone number, OSU dot #, and address where they are currently located. If you suspect safety is at risk or compromised at that time for the student or anyone they are with, please call 9-1-1. They will help immediately regardless of where the student is physically located. After you have done one of the steps above, please let me know of the situation so that follow up contact attempts can be made with the student. Please make sure to provide me with the best way to reach you right now too.

    This is an unusual time for all of us. Please practice good self-care, social distancing, and stay safe. Additional information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) is available at https://cdc.gov . Faculty and Staff should also remember our OSU Employee Assistance Program https://osuhealthplan.com is still available by contacting 614-292-4700 or 800-678-6269.

    A full list of available counselors in the college can be found here

  24. CFAES Mental Health Counselor

    Did you know that CFAES has hired a counselor to support the needs of their students' mental health?  Dr. Wirt holds counseling sessions in Ag Admin Room 100 four days a week and is in Lincoln Tower on Wednesday. See the attached if you’re interested in making an appointment.

  25. Portfolium Resource Page

    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 create a professional, online digital portfolio. In today’s world, employers seek evidence of career-relevant skills and competencies beyond listings on a resume. Students at all levels can easily create evidence-based credentials. In other words, attaching documents, videos, audio files, graphics, coding samples and presentations help demonstrate your knowledge and abilities.

    You should have already received your Portfolium invitation with the subject: “Access your CFAES Portfolium.” The email contains a link to activate your free verified account within the CFAES network using your Ohio State credentials.  If you missed the initial email, you can also join by using the Portfolium Resource Page.

    For more information or inquires, contact Elaine Eberlin.