Major Spotlight! September 8-12

Animal Science and Industry

K-State’s Animal Sciences and Industry program prepares students for exciting careers in the animal industry. The curriculum combines the study of nutrition, reproduction, genetics, behavior, physiology, technology and business with production, management and agribusiness skills. The program’s flexibility allows students from urban and agricultural backgrounds to plan programs of study consistent with individual interests and goals.

Fun Fact

In a typical year, departmental research and teaching facilities accommodate about 2000 to 3000 cattle, 3500 swine, 1500 laying hens, 250 sheep and 45 horses on 6500 acres of land.

Alumni

Check out career biographies of K-State Animal Science graduates who have used their education and experiences to obtain jobs in the real world.

Career Opportunities

Explore a wide variety of career opportunities in Animal Science and Industry available to you and continue to explore and learn more about this major.

Get involved on Campus

As a student, you have a variety of opportunities for leadership and involvement on campus. See how you can get involved in Animal Science to learn more about this major.

Current Students

Look into what current students are doing with their major:

• Hannah is interested in becoming a veterinarian.
• Kaycie is interested in business.
• Tamar is interested in the science of beef production.

Website

Want more information on this major? Check out the Animal Science website.