Animal Sciences

For The Week of January 13, 2008

NOTE REGARDING ANIMAL SCIENCES H310 COURSE
Animal Sciences H310 is offered only in the Winter and will NOT be offered Spring Quarter as indicated in the OSU Course Offerings Bulletin and Master Schedule.  


NOTE REGARDING ANIMAL SCIENCES 320 COURSE
AS 320 will be offered Spring and Winter quarters from now on (it was previously offered Autumn and Winter Quarters).


NOTE SCHEDULE CHANGES FOR ANIMAL SCIENCES 330 COMING SPRING QUARTER 2008
Lecture will be MTWR at 12 noon and lab sections will be held F 8-10 and 12-2 (this is an update to what is currently printed in the Master Schedule).


CFAES AMBASSADOR APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE
CFAES Ambassadors are important to recruitment efforts in the College; they assist with various events and interact with prospective freshmen and transfer students.  Ambassadors are selected through an application and interview process. Applications must be hand-delivered to either Jill Tyson or Trina Beebe in 100 Ag Admininstration Building by 5:00 PM on February 8, 2008.  If you are interested, stop by 100 Ag Administration Building or contact Trina Beebe at beebe.25@osu.edu for an application.


APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE FOR OUTSTANDING ACTIVITIES AWARD FOR CFAES SENIORS
Purpose: The purpose of the award is to honor those who have actively promoted their College/School and University by extensive participation in extra-curricular activities.

Eligibility: Any student in the CFAES, including Agricultural Engineering, and the School of Natural Resources who will graduate during the calendar year of 2008 is eligible for consideration. A student may apply only one year for this award.

Selection Criteria: Applicants must have a 2.00 cumulative GPA at the time of application. Academic performance will receive consideration but will not be the most important consideration. The quality of service and leadership given will receive stronger consideration than the quantity of group activities. Extra-curricular activities shall include school, college, or university organizations and significant work experience specifically relating and contributing to the applicant's academic program or major.

Application Deadline: Applicants must complete and submit their nomination form by 5:00pm Friday, February 8, 2008, either to Room 100 Ag Admin or to trefz.2@osu.edu

Interviews: Nominations will be screened by the Selection Committee and the Top 20 students will be scheduled for an interview before the end of Winter Quarter 2008. The final selection will be completed following the interview process and will be based on the application information and the interview.

Presentation of Award: During the 2008 College Recognition Program to be held on May 8, 2008. The top 20 Seniors will be recognized and awards will be presented to the Top 10 Seniors.

Application Forms are available in Room 100, Ag, Admin., 210 Kottman Hall, or can be downloaded from the CFAES Student Council page at: http://cfaes.osu.edu/studentcouncil 
Questions? Contact Dr. Marilyn Trefz at 614-915-1150 or trefz.2@osu.edu


UPCOMING CFAES STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS
Short term summer programs requiring a course during SP 2008
- Irish Food and Culture led by Dr. Stephanie Smith (June 15-24)
Info Session- January 23 at 5:30 PM in 111 Ag Admin, Applications due February 8

5-6 week summer programs awarding 15 credit hours
- China- The Beijing Experience led by Melissa Krygier (June 18-July 28)
    Applications due February 1
- Czech Republic- Central Europe in Transition led by Daniel Foster and Dr. Bob Birkenholz (June 15-July 22)  Info Session- January 22 at 5:00 PM in Room 111 Ag Admin
    Applications due February 16
- Russia- Environment and Development led by Dr. Dave Johnson (June 22-July 23)
    Applications due January 15

Short term programs in December 2008 with applications due May 1, autumn course required
- Uganda- Development led by Dr. David Kraybill
- Chile (New)- Agroecosystems led by Dr. Doug Doohan
- Ireland (New)- Animals in Society led by Dr. Henry Zerby and Kelly George


OHIO STATE ANIMAL SCIENCES/COLUMBUS STATE VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSIONS SCHEDULED
*Tuesday, January 22, 6:30 pm in 111 Animal Science Building
*Wednesday, January 23, 12 noon in 111 Animal Science Building

*Attending ONE session (not both) is required as part of the admission process for students who desire to begin the Program during Fall Quarter 2008.

This new academic program allows students to obtain. . .
*Ohio State's Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
*Columbus State's Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology
*Registration as a Veterinary Technician with the Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board
*Eligibility to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam, recognized in more than 40 states to certify veterinary technicians

Program Highlights:
*The first two years of the program will be spent at Ohio State in the Animal Sciences major
*The third and fourth years are split between both Ohio State and Columbus State
*600 hours of internships required based on student interest

To learn more visit:  http://ansci.osu.edu/students_undergrad.html or contact Amy Lahmers at lahmers.8@osu.edu

COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE PIZZA INFORMATION MEETING FOR ANIMAL SCIENCES STUDENTS - ALL INTERESTED STUDENTS ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!
When?   Tuesday, January 22nd at 5:30 pm
Where?  Room 111 of the Animal Science Building

You will learn about numerous career opportunities in veterinary medicine and Ohio State's Masters Degree Program in Veterinary Public Health.  FREE PIZZA PROVIDED! 

OARDC FOOD ANIMAL HEALTH RESEARCH PROGRAM STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANT - WOOSTER, OH
Dates Available: June - September
Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Wages: $7.50-$8.50/hr
Duties and Responsibilities: General laboratory research activities including but not limited to: microbiological protocols involved in E coli, Salmonella, Campylobacter, and Listeria bacterial diagnosis and research. On site (animal and vegetable farms, homes) sample collections (fecal & environmental) could also be part of this position. Protocols will include not only basic but also complex microbiological and molecular procedures providing challenges to interested individuals. Prior laboratory experience is not essential but helpful as we will train.
Knowledge and Experience Intern Should Gain: Microbiological and molecular techniques, Sample collection techniques, General laboratory etiquette and procedures

Interested in applying: contact Dr. Jeffrey LeJeune, OARDC/FAHRP
Email: lejeune.3@osu.edu
Phone: 330-263-3739
Fax: 330-2643677

SEA LIFE PARK INTERNSHIPS - OAHU, HAWAII
Internship Periods:
Summer 2008: May 19^th- August 21^st 2008/ Application Deadline March 29th, 2008
Fall 2008: August 11^th 2008 - January 15^th 2009/ Application Deadline: June 21^st, 2008
Positions Available: Sea Life Park Offers a variety of internships, click here for a more detailed description of each position

• Sea Turtle and Reef Life Internship
• Marine Mammal Internships (3)
  - Aloha Experience
  - Cove Experience
  - Hawaiian Experience
• Marine Life Education 
• Vet Technician Internships
• Sea Bird Sanctuary and Rehab Internships

Responsibilities: Dedicate a minimum of 40 hours per week (Marine Life Education Intern requires a minimum of 24 hours), and attend required monthly seminars and training courses.

Intern candidates must: be at least 18 years of age, be enrolled in a university or college, commit to the full internship date period, and be able to financially support themselves (internships are non-paid, but lunches are provided daily). Have strong swimming skills and be physically able to work in water interactive programs, be comfortable with public speaking, and be able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week (including nights and weekends).

The application cab be downloaded and submitted at: http://www.sealifeparkhawaii.com/generalinfo/general-info-internship.asp

WILDLIFE REHABILITATION ASSISTANT - PITTSBURGH, PA
The Animal Rescue League Wildlife Center in Pittsburgh is seeking students who are interested in working as rehabilitation assistants. We are a fully licensed wildlife rehabilitation center that treats nearly 2,000 animals per year. Our mission is to release healthy animals back into the wild. 

The internships would include learning to give exams, prescribe treatments, daily husbandry, and nutrition, for various species. Interns would be taught to handle animals such as hawks, owls, and various mammals.
Requirements: A commitment of 15-20 hours/week is required. The center is open 7 days per week, so the schedule would be very flexible. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, the ability to use basic computer software, and be able to work alone as well as in groups.

Positions are available year round.

For more information please contact Jill Argall, Director, at 412-793-6900.
We are a PHEAA approved work study site.
Visit our website at http://www.pawildlifecenter.org/


THE ELEPHANT SANCTUARY - HOHENWALD, TN
The Elephant Sanctuary is currently accepting applications for six-week internships. The intern positions are unpaid positions. Housing is provided, however, interns are responsible for their own food and transportation. Interns are chosen for their field of study, experience, and future goals. Internships are awarded to students studying veterinary science, zoology, wildlife management, and related fields. Each prospective intern must visit the sanctuary for a workday and interview before being accepted into the intern program. We recognize the distance many interns must travel to fulfill this requirement, but we have found this prerequisite essential.

Interns are scheduled to work 5 days per week. All interns are required to work weekends. The day begins at 8am in the elephant barn with caregiver duties. Interns will learn the mechanics and our philosophy of elephant care. Interns assist our lead caregiver in all aspects of daily care, cleaning, and feeding. The afternoon schedule varies. Most days the interns help with facility projects: facility maintenance, hay and produce restocking, and construction projects. Please note: Intern duties are labor intensive. You must be in good physical condition. At the sanctuary, observation is the key to learning. We encourage silence while in the presence of elephants. The quiet space allows interns to develop their observation skills. Our interns are allowed no direct physical contact or verbal interactions with the elephants. Interns are never left unsupervised with the elephants. If we accomplish only one thing through our interns, we hope to instill a respect for elephants and for all life. We encourage our interns to quiet their voice and learn through their eyes, ears, heart, soul, and mind.

If you are interested in applying, please send your resume, availability, and three letters of recommendation to:
The Elephant Sanctuary in Hohenwald, Internship Program, P.O. Box 393, Hohenwald, TN 38462 Or email kate@elephants.com

COOPER FARMS COOKED MEATS INTERNSHIP - VAN WERT, OH
Objective: The primary goal of this position is to provide a college student with actual work experience in a further processing meat facility. The successful candidate will work closely with various department managers on a variety of projects.
Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Currently seeking further education with studies emphasizing on Food or Poultry Science
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Good math skills
• Computer knowledge

Major Responsibilities:

• Work closely with a variety of department managers to complete special projects. Projects could include/but not limited to: product testing, product auditing, process analysis, procedure updates.
• Write reports on various projects in reference to their progress and/or completion. 
• Maintain records, monitor procedures, carry out testing. 
• Maintain a good attendance record and report to work on time. 
• Maintain a good attitude toward managers and other team members. 
• Maintain an active interest in performance levels. 
• Perform related duties as assigned by plant manager.

Wages: 10.50/hour

Contact Information:
Krista Schroeder
Email: kristasc@cooperfarms.com
Phone: 419-238-4056
Fax: 419-238-1587
Website: http://www.cooperfarms.com/ 

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA GRADUATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY - LINCOLN, NE
Several positions are available to work on an NIH funded project to investigate the role of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor in Testis Morphogenesis.  Experience or willingness to work with lines of transgenic mice and rats is a necessity. Experience in basic laboratory techniques, PCR, immunohistochemistry, dissection of organs, imaging, a strong background in cell and molecular biology, and an excellent work ethic, and communication skills are preferred. Graduate student applicants must have a BS degree in Animal Science, Biology Biochemistry or a related field. Individuals working toward their PhD are preferred although excellent MS candidate applications will be considered.

Interested graduate applicants should apply to the University of Nebraska Animal Science program at URL:  www.animalscience.unl.edu/graduate/prospective.html.  Along with their graduate application they should send an e-mail outlining their interest in these projects to Dr. Andrea Cupp at acupp2@unl.edu.  Please include when you sent your application to the department as the department does not send out all files to faculty until they are complete.

HERSHEY VIEW FARM ASSISTANT HERDSPERSON - BETHEL, PA
We are looking for a self motivated individual who would function as assistant herdsperson at this time. We are currently milking up to 145 cows in a double 4 surge parlor. We will be expanding to a double 12 rapid exit surge parlor.  We milk 2x a day at 4:00 AM and 3:30 PM with every other weekend off.  In our new barn we will be milking 3x per day. We freshen over 160 animals a year so OB experience would be great! We are also willing to coach someone who is unfamiliar with any phase of dairying. Our new barn will have 306 stalls with a sick pen and pre fresh area (special needs). We have done to a lot of custom field work, but we still do some tractor work....mow hay, plant corn etc. Our farm is 150 acres and we rent an additional 410 acres. We provide all forage and corn silage for our herd at this time. We will be buying much more corn in the future. We will be doing more grazing in the future as well. 

Duties: The individual will be responsible for completing many different tasks related, but not limited to dairy farming; milking, field work, working with show cattle, etc.

Requirements:
Flexibility, and patience, dairy farming is so changeable and complex and at times we do the same tasks over and over again.
Willingness to learn new tasks
OB experience is desired, but not necessary
Knowledge of show cows would be beneficial

Rate of pay will be based on experience and will be able to be discussed.

For more information contact:
Jenifer K. Hershey
Hershey View Farm
340 Bashore St.
Bethel, PA 
Home: 717-933-5556
Cell: 717-821-1525 

OMA JOB FAIR
January 16-17 from 11:30 - 4:00 PM at the OSU stadium, Huntington Bank
More than a 100 diverse organizations will be present.
Registration Fee is $1.00.
For more information about the Job Fair, visit www.oma.osu.edu/spprogs/jobfair

2008-2009 RESIDENT ADVISOR APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE
The Office of University Housing is now accepting Resident Advisor applications for the 2008-2009 academic year. The Resident Advisor position is a multi-faceted leadership opportunity for students to grow, develop and enhance the OSU experience for thousands of students. Students committed to academics, involvement, diversity, wellness, and building relationships should visit www.housing.osu.edu to find out more about this exciting opportunity! RA Information Sessions are currently being held in many different buildings across campus. Please refer to the website for dates and locations and more information about the position and the application process. The application deadline is January 16, 2008. Please send any questions to RA_Selection@studentaffairs.osu.edu.


WINTER INVOLVEMENT FAIR
The Winter Involvement Fair will take place Tuesday, January 15 from 6 - 8:00pm in the Meeting Rooms of the Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC). This is a great chance for you to check out what OSU's student organizations have to offer.  After all, it's a new year, maybe it's time for a new experience to go with it!  Come get involved!


INVITATION TO JOIN PEER RESEARCH CONTACTS
We are looking for undergraduate students who have been involved in research at OSU, and who will be returning students next year (2008-2009) to volunteer to become Peer Research Contacts.  

Peer Research Contacts from all disciplines will be actively involved in promoting a culture of undergraduate research, expanding the awareness about getting involved in research at OSU, and providing peer support and assistance to undergraduates.  As a Peer Research Contact, you will have the opportunity to develop your communication and leadership skills while serving a very important role in the OSU undergraduate student community.

By completing an application, you will be volunteering to have your name, major, research topic and email published on the URO Website, thereby announcing your availability to answer questions via email from interested undergraduate students about your research experience and providing guidance on how theythemselves can get more involved.  Peer Research Contacts will attend a one-time orientation session with URO staff and may be called on to participate on student research panels and/or do outreach with student groups.
 
We hope you will consider this opportunity to share your knowledge and experience with the undergraduate community at Ohio State. Apply by February 4, 2008.  An application form can be found on the URO Website: http://ugresearch.adm.ohio-state.edu/


UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH WEEKLY INFORMATION SESSIONS WINTER 2008
The Undergraduate Research Office offers Weekly Information Sessions to help students learn about how to develop a research topic, find and secure a research mentor and explore where to find the resources to help make research a part of your undergraduate education.  General Information Sessions scheduled for the winter quarter are Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. on January 15, 22, February 5, 26, and March 4!   Or attend a Specialized Information Session for those of you interested in lab research Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. on January 30, February 13 and 20!  All are in Rm. 310 G Page Hall. Dessert provided. For more information go to http://ugresearch.adm.ohio-state.edu or email us at uro@osu.edu. 
 

SCIENTIFIC FRAUD
Wednesday, January 23, 4 -5 p.m.
1080 Physics Research Building
Join visiting expert David Goodstein, Vice Provost and Professor of Physics at the California Institute of Technology, for a presentation about Scientific Fraud. For anyone interested in the ethics of academic research.  Don't miss this exciting and informative session!  Space is limited, so RSVP today to uro@osu.edu and insert Scientific Fraud in the subject line.  Walk-ins always welcome.  For more information, contact uro@osu.edu .


CLASS HONORARY APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE
Are you really passionate about The Ohio State University?  Apply to a Class Honorary!  All students with a minimum 3.5 GPA and who display a dedication to leadership and service are eligible to apply.  Freshman apply to one of the sophomore class honoraries (Romophos or Mirrors), Sophomores apply to one of the junior class honoraries (Bucket & Dipper or Chimes), and Juniors apply to one of the senior class honoraries (Sphinx or Mortar Board).  Application information can be found at http://www.aosch.org.ohio-state.edu/.  Become a part one of the oldest traditions at OhioState by applying for a Class Honorary!  Application deadline is February 15, 2008 at 5:00pm.

OUAB WINTER QUARTER EVENTS
The Ohio Union Activities Board is a student run organization that utilizes the quarterly student activities fee to bring fun and educational programs to OSU students free of charge.
Tickets are now available at the stadium between gates 22 and 24 for the following events:
- Shake Your Ice Fri, Jan 25, 8:45 PM at OSU Ice Rink
- Lecture: An Evening with Russell Simmons Thu, Jan 31, 8:00 PM at Mershon Auditorium
- Will Ferrell's Funny or Die Comedy Tour: Presented by Semi Pro Wed, Feb 6, 8:00 PM at Schottenstein Center
- Play Something Country! Concert with Emerson Drive Thu, Feb 7, 8:00 PM at Newport Music Hall
There are tons of events going on this quarter, so visit http://www.ouab.net/ to view the entire winter schedule.