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Student Newsletter: September 16, 2018

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CAMPUS NEWS & EVENTS

  1. Want to Show an Animal?

    We invite you to sign up for the Little l showmanship contest organized by OSU Saddle and Sirloin Club. No experience is required and contest is open to all OSU students.

  2. Buckeye Royal

    Experienced or inexperienced, Buckeye Royal is open to all participants who would like to try to show a Jersey heifer.  There is also a costume contest class to show in!  Participants are given 2 weeks to work with their heifer on how to lead in a showmanship competition with hopes of winning

  3. Animal Science Graduate in the OSU Athletics Hall of Fame

    Congratulations to Cassie Dickerson, a 2011 graduate majoring in Animal Sciences with a BS in Nutrition, who was recently inducted into the Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame!  She played varsity soccer here, and earned many athletic and academic honors (e.g., Academic All-Big Ten, First Team All

  4. Buckeye Leadership Fellows

    The Buckeye Leadership Fellows Program (BLF) is currently recruiting and accepting applications for the 2021 Cohort. Prospective Fellows are encouraged to submit an application as the deadline to apply is Friday, October 5 at 11:59 p.m.

  5. SmartAg4.0 2018 registration now open!

    Where your revolutionary ideas build the future of farming! SmartAg4.0 is a competition for students who are passionate about revolutionizing the future of food system through technology and innovation.

  6. Career Expo

    We already have over 138 companies registered for our fall career expos. You don't want to miss this perfect opportunity to speak with dozens of companies for internships and jobs in one place. CFAES will hold their career fair on September 27!

  7. Joint Veterinary Technology Info Session

    Are you interested in applying to the joint veterinary technology program?  If you’re a first or second-year student with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA, come to the mandatory information session on Thursday, Sept.

INTERNSHIP & PART-TIME ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. 2019 Fred Stout Experience Awards

    Persons who have a strong desire to pursue a career in managing and/or marketing Registered Jersey™ cattle are encouraged to apply for the 2019 Fred Stout Experience awards.

  2. Paid Farming Apprenticeships in Rockport, Maine

    Maine Coast Heritage Trust is offering two apprenticeships at Aldermere Farm for individuals pursuing careers in agriculture. The lessons they learn go beyond the logistics of farm operations.

  3. Student Assistant Position Opening

    The Advancement Team in the College of Veterinary Medicine is looking for a student assistant.  Responsibilities include; preparing gift thank you notes and letters, coordinate mailings, assisting with event logistics, managing storage areas, and coordinate files for the development office.  Pos

  4. BARK Full and Part-time Positions Available

    BARK is what happens when a bunch of crazy dog people turn an obsession into a profession. Their office is filled with dogs barking and burping, wrassling and chirping. (And laughter.

  5. National Cattlemen's Beef Association Internship

    Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show interns are vital to the success of the largest annual meeting in the U.S. beef cattle industry.

  6. Stringtown Animal Hospital Vet Assistant Opening

    Stringtown Animal Hospital is looking for a Vet Assistant to join our team. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, hospital cleaning and stocking. Good wages, great experience and a fun team to work with. Part time or full time hours possible.

  7. Diamond Creek Farm Internship

    Diamond Creek Farm has an internship position open for summer 2019. This is an exciting opportunity for college students looking to break into the equine industry! Interns will be provided with housing, including utilities, and $400 salary per week.

  8. National Turkey Federation Internship

    The National Turkey Federation has protected and advocated for the various interests of the turkey industry since 1940.

  9. Valkyre Stud Internship Opportunity

    Valkyre Stud is a commercial thoroughbred operation located in Central Kentucky. They are currently seeking qualified interns to participate in their Spring educational program that will provide hands on experience in the areas of foaling, reproduction and general herd care.

GRADUATE SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES

  1. Graduate Student Assistantship at Mississippi State University

    One graduate research assistantship (M.S. or PhD in Animal or Dairy Sciences) will be available for a spring 2019 start with a focus on the relationship between heat abatement and health in pastured dairy cattle.

FULL-TIME JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS

  1. Administrative Assistant and Youth Program Coordinator

    Ohio Cattleman is looking to fill a position. The position requires excellent customer service and phone skills.

  2. Director of Communications and Managing Editor Position

    Ohio Cattleman has a new position available. The position is responsible for all OCA internal and external communications.

  3. Fresh Mark Technical Services Technician Position

    Fresh Mark Technical Services has a full-time senior research and development technician position available.

  4. Immediate Openings at Trueman Farms

    Trueman Farms has immediate full-time and part-time positions open. Applicants will be exposed to veterinary care, have the opportunity to obtain leadership roles, and further their knowledge in horse care, handling, and training. Experience is not required, but preferred.

  5. Interested in Working with Thoroughbreds?

    Have you been looking for a full-time position related to the equine industry? Thoroughbred Daily News has a large list of various career postings. Check out the link here! 

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

  1. National DIHA Scholarship

    National Dairy Herd Information Association (DHIA) is now accepting applications for $1,000 scholarships! Applicants must be a family member or and employee of a herd on a DHI test, family member of a DHI employee, or employee of DHI affiliate.

STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION

  1. South Africa: Exotic Animal Behavior

    Are you interested in learning more about exotic animal behavior? Come check out an information session for the Animal Science's study aboard. The deadline to apply to this program is November 1! 

     

  2. Scotland Spring Break Study Abroad

    Have you ever wanted to see Scotland? This may be your opportunity!

LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT

  1. Experience OSU for a Day Hosts Needed!

    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.

  2. Towers Agricultural Honorary Accepting applications for 2018-2019 Class

    Towers Agricultural Honorary was founded in 1952 by Allan W.

  3. Propel Ohio: Collegiate Leadership Summit 2018

    U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for Propel Ohio: Collegiate Leadership Summit 2018!

  4. Love Volunteering? Love Primates?

    At A.P.E.S. (American Primate Educational Sanctuary) volunteers take on a role similar to that of a keeper in a zoo. They clean the cages, prepare meals, do dishes, prepare enrichment, and other upkeep that may need done.

  5. Volunteer with The Mid-Ohio Foodbank

    The Mid-Ohio Foodbank is hoping to share some of their volunteer opportunities with students and faculty. They have a variety of projects available and would love some new volunteers!

HELPFUL RESOURCES

  1. 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.

  2. CFAES Mental Health Counselor

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

  3. Handshake

    Ohio State has switched to Handshake - a modern career development platform for students to explore career employment, internships and other opportunities, based on their interests, major and skills.

  4. 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

  5. Network with Alumnifire

    Alumnifire is an online professional networking and mentoring tool for Ohio State alumni, students and staff to exchange industry expertise and career advice. Get connected with Alumnifire and join this powerful Buckeye network.

  6. Animal Sciences Career Services Site

    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

  7. Ohio State Health & Wellness Resources

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