Clubs
Animal Science Undergraduate Research Student Association (ASURSA)
The primary objective for ASURSA is to provide opportunities for students to participate actively in research. Students may get involved in group projects or associate with one faculty and perform more independent research. Activities can include planning, funding, conducting the methods, laboratory work, analysis of data, presentation, and publication.
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Animal Welfare Club
The purpose of the Animal Welfare Club is preparing for the Animal Welfare Judging and Assessment Contest, educating and serving our peers and community, and providing students with networking and research opportunities in the fields of animal welfare and applied ethology. MSU AWC focuses these efforts on understanding and improving animal quality of life using peer-reviewed scientific research, the three elements of animal welfare as described by the Farm Animal Welfare Education Centre™, and the Five Freedoms as described by the Farm Animal Welfare Council™.
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Avian Science Club
The MSU Avian Science Club is open to all MSU students, undergraduates, and graduates. An interest in poultry or other avian species is desirable but not required. The club has both social and professional attributes. Students can attend the annual trip to the Southeastern Poultry Convention each January in Atlanta, GA where many of the members have successfully interviewed with several dozen companies. Other activities include a summer camping and canoe trip on one of Michigan's rivers, a team in the Ag Olympics, a spring trip which has included Toronto and Eli Lilly in Indianapolis, participation in Autumnfest, and the poultry farm exhibits for Small Animals Day each April. Club goals are to promote leadership, friendship, participation in activities, and promotion of poultry and animal science. The club has initiated a turkey sale for Thanksgiving. They raise the birds at the Poultry Teaching and Research center and process them at the MSU Meats Laboratory.
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Dr. Cara Robison and Dr. Francine Czerniawski
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Block and Bridle Club
Block and Bridle sponsors many events that provide learning opportunities for students through meaningful, hands-on participation. The Little International brings students from all majors together to compete for the coveted Jack MacAllen Award given to the best overall livestock show person. University animals are prepared by each participant with the novice receiving help and guidance from the more experienced club members in a spirit of fellowship and competition.
Another purpose of the Block and Bridle Club is to promote and maintain student contact with the Michigan livestock industry. Each year the club sponsors the Block and Bridle Recognition Banquet which honors Animal Science students and alumni. They also recognize an Honored Guest who has made a significant contribution to the Michigan livestock industry.
The Block and Bridle Club students volunteer time to work with the livestock industry at various events throughout the year. Each spring the club organizes and manages the Junior Steer and Heifer Show at the Michigan Cattlemen Association’s Beef Expo, attracting youth exhibitors from the tristate area. In June they host the Northern Exposure Lamb Show.
In addition to these club-sponsored activities, members participate in other college and university events such as Autumnfest, Small Animal Days, and Ag Olympics. An annual trip to the national meeting allows members to interact with students from other universities. The Block and Bridle Club is a worthwhile and rewarding opportunity for students that provide social, personal, and academic growth for all its members.
Advisors
Dr. Andrea Garmyn and Ms. Kestlyn Willert
Office
1275 Anthony Hall
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Michigan State Dairy Club
The Michigan dairy industry is one of the most efficient in the nation, driving the need to educate and connect the next generation of dairy students at Michigan State University. With over 60 members, the MSU Dairy Club is a club that allows its members to experience the dairy industry beyond the classroom. It provides students with multiple educational, social and networking opportunities in various aspects of the dairy industry. The club strives to develop leadership skills while supporting and promoting the dairy industry with participation in dairy related events. In everything we do, our focus is to continue to develop and grow the future generation of dairy men and women.
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1287H Anthony Hall
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Driving Club
The MSU Driving Club originated in 2004 in response to an increased interest among students in draft horses and driving horses in general. The goals of the MSU Driving Club are to promote the driving of horses at MSU and in the community. We aspire to support and revive the heritage of draft horses through participation in community service with draft horses. We appreciate and try to build continued support for the MSU Draft Horse Endowment Fund.
Club activities focus on draft horse driving at the MSU Horse Teaching and Research Facility and the Great Lakes International Draft Horse Show and Pull. Club members have hands-on opportunities with the MSU Draft Horses and volunteer opportunities within the draft horse industry.
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Michigan State University Horsemen’s Association
Equestrian Team • Polo Team • Dressage Team • Hunt Seat Team
The MSU Horsemen’s Association is designed for all those interested in the horse industry. The Horsemen’s Association objectives and purpose are educating the community and the MSU student body about horses and the horse industry; promoting horses and the horse industry; providing educational and social opportunities for MSU students interested in horses; providing the opportunity for members to participate in industry-wide activities; creating enriching experiences that expand knowledge and broaden perspectives of the horse industry; serving as a liaison between students at MSU, local horse industries, and university faculty, staff, and administration; stimulating interest in horse-related professions for future horse industry leaders; and fundraising for other equine-related students clubs.
Advisor
Dr. Andrea Luttman (luttman3@msu.edu)
Office
1265 Anthony Hall
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Leader Dog Club
The purpose of the Leader Dog Club is to educate those interested in becoming a Leader Dogs for the Blind puppy raiser and those who may not be able to raise a puppy but have a dedicated and enthusiastic interest in assisting puppy raisers by fundraising and educating the public on Leader Dogs for the Blind and the services they provide while positively promoting the image of Leader Dogs for the Blind and puppy raisers.
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Rodeo Club
The MSU Rodeo Club originated in 1969 and is a member of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA). Its goal is to encourage further education through the promotion of collegiate rodeo competition. Prior experience is not necessary to be part of the Club. All that is needed is an interest in the sport, meeting people, and having fun.
Club activities focus on the Annual Spartan Stampede Rodeo which the Club organizes and promotes. The Spartan Stampede is one of the most successful rodeos hosted by a university in the country. It has a reputation for quality stock and management that calls cowboys and cowgirls from all parts of the U.S. The MSU Rodeo Club’s Spartan Stampede was chosen by membership of the International Professional Rodeo Association as the 2011, 2012, and 2013 IPRA Indoor Rodeo of the Year.
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Office
1264 Anthony Hall
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Pre-veterinary Medical Association
MSU’s Pre-Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA) is an undergraduate club for aspiring veterinarians, veterinarian technicians, researchers, and numerous other animal-related pre-professions. PVMA offers its members the chance to network with other students with similar interests through social events like horseback riding, movie and games nights, soccer, and cross-country skiing. Members can participate in unique experiences such as putting their arms inside of live cows' stomachs, working with clicker trainers, brushing the teeth of ferrets, holding various exotic animals, performing necropsies on raptors, studying x-rays, or administering feeding tubes!
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