Student Newsletter: September 6, 2021

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR A YEAR-LONG DAIRY INTERNSHIP at W.H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute

W.H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute is now accepting applications for their next dairy management intern – a fantastic opportunity for a motivated college graduate who is looking for hands-on experience in dairy management. This year-long internship is a herdsman training program that is tailored to each intern and their career goals. The intern works closely with the herd health manager and farm manager, but also works with the other farm employees as well – feeders, calf manager, milkers. Jobs include assisting with calving, fresh cow care, vaccination, heat detection and reproductive management, diagnosing and treating sick animals and using management software including Dairy Comp 305 and the SCR health and detection system. The intern will work with our herd veterinarian and nutritionist and will gain experience in labor management on the farm. 

There are many different learning and networking opportunities throughout the year - guest speakers and classes at the Institute and regional conferences. Applicants should have at least some dairy experience, be motivated and show an ability to work hard and cooperate with others. It is important the intern be eager to learn, able to follow instructions and use good judgment and be fluent in English. The valuable on-farm experience and dairy management skills acquired through this internship makes it an ideal transition between college and a career in the dairy industry. Their previous interns are all working in the dairy industry, in different capacities – several are herdsmen, one is now a veterinarian, and another went on for her Master’s Degree and became a dairy nutritionist in Wisconsin. Miner Institute is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with federal and state law, all applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, military status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by law.

The internship is a paid position and housing is provided in the student complex. If you have questions or would like to apply for the position, please send your resume and a letter (outlining your career goals and how this internship would be mutually beneficial to the farm and to you) to Steve Couture at couture@whminer.com . They will be accepting applications until they find the right person, though they hope to have a new intern in place as soon as possible.

1) Graduate and Undergraduate Opportunities
A new fellowship program with Colorado State University provides one graduate student who is researching beef quality supply the chance to learn more about branded beef. This year's fellow Colton Smith expanded his network and had enhanced educational opportunities working with the brand. 
Certified Angus Beef awarded $59,000 to students through the Colvin Scholarship. This year's top graduate recipient is Ronald Trotta from the University of Kentucky and the top undergraduate recipient is Abbey Schiefelbein from Kansas State University. Each was awarded $7,500 to assist their pursuit of agricultural degrees. The Colvin Scholarship application will open later this fall. Please direct any of your students to apply who are deserving of this scholarship and have an interest in the future of quality beef production. 
2) Ride for the Brand
Certified Angus Beef is looking for a Product Business Manager to join our packing team. This person will work with production and the brand's business development to find strategies that maximize carcass utilization to keep our premium beef the most competitive in the market. There are several other opportunities on our careers page. Please share with any students or colleagues who may be interested in these open positions.

Student Position Available!

This is a great opportunity for any pre-vet student that is looking to get some more exposure to CVM faculty and staff and the field of public health! More information regarding the position can be found on workday.osu.edu under the job identifier: R21101 Student Asst - Admin Support. The student will need to be eligible for federal work study in order to apply.If any students have questions, they are more than welcome to reach out to:

Ivana Grozdic(.3) | VPH Program Coordinator

We have recently announced a Dairy Research Technician position at UW-Platteville. This position will assist in the dairy cow-related research and training efforts at Pioneer Farm and the on-campus lab spaces. The major qualifications are listed below. 

Position link: https://careers.uwplatt.edu/en-us/job/495645/dairy-enterprise-research-technician

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Science in Dairy Science or related field
• Two years of general farm experience with at least one year of working with dairy, including transporting and properly restraining animals
• Demonstrated interest and ability in agricultural research
• Working knowledge of animal nutrition, behavior, husbandry and record keeping
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects
• Enthusiasm for engagement with students and the public in a variety of settings
• Ability to plan, execute, and manage work in a disciplined and organized manner
• Self-directed with ability to work independently as well as with others
• Willingness to adapt to changes and accept new responsibilities
• Demonstrated commitment to or experience with addressing issues of diverse and/or historically marginalized populations

 In 2019, the Denmandale family farm started talking about adding a milk processing plant to the farm. Then, in early 2020,the shortages caused by the COVID-19 pandemic made them realize the needs that existed in the local community.  In just under a year the customer base has grown to include seventeen stores and they are currently producing six different products. They have grown to the point where they are looking to add an additional member to the team to help fill the growing workload.

Duties: The plant manager at the dairy is responsible for the following:

• Connecting with current customers through product deliveries and taking orders
• Growing the customer base by facilitating new customer meetings 
• Manage advertising and social media campaigns
• Assist in daily plant operations as needed
• Some minor robotic herd management duties

Qualifications: The ideal candidate has the following skills and experiences:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advertising campaign management experience - specifically social media
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently

Position Details & Expectations:

• Salary range: $30,000-$50,000 + commission based on product sales
• Other fringe benefits to be discussed individually based on candidate needs but will include retirement plan options and two weeks paid vacation
• Estimated to be 45-50 hours/week, Monday-Friday
• Full on the job training provided for all duties assigned

Contact: Dan Denman dandenman246@gmail.com

ULAR is in need of technicians in their lab animal facilities, and would welcome any applicants from the Animal Sciences graduates and students. They are mostly looking for full time employees, but would try to accommodate some current students as well. Anyone interested can contact Dr. Valerie Bergdall (Bergdall.1) in the Office of the Attending Veterinarian.

The Powell Chamber Farmer’s Market features about 30 vendors/farmers selling vegetables, fruit, plants, breads, pies, baked goods, and crafts such as jewelry, candles, and lotions. The market is every Saturday and Sunday May 22-October 10th from 9am – 12pm. The Saturday outdoor market is located at 240 North Liberty Street, in Powell, and the Sunday market is located at 9721 Sawmill Road, in Powell.

Find more information on the Powell Chamber Farmer’s Market facebook site.

The Animal Welfare Judging and Assessment Contest (AWJAC) provides a unique educational experience where students learn to assess animal welfare in a variety of settings using evidence-based methods and oral reasoning. Students are given the opportunity to evaluate scientific and ethical considerations for different species and present sound evaluations enhancing their ability to think critically. This contest ensures that tomorrow's leaders in various animal industries develop strong communication skills and acquire enhanced knowledge of animal welfare.

Interested in competing or just learning more about animal welfare? Email Dr. Jess Pempek at pempek.4@osu.edu or Zach England at england.143@osu.edu! Meeting times will be set based on interested participants’ availability.

More information can be found here.

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.

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