Animal Sciences

For The Week of April 13, 2008

MISA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
In March of 1989, the Meat Industry Suppliers Alliance (MISA) established the MISA Foundation Scholarship Fund. Three $5000 scholarships and one $10,000 scholarship for junior and senior level, as well as graduate students will be awarded this year. Please direct questions and inquires for the application to Becky Herman at (703) 663-1218 or rherman@fpsa.org. Deadline for submission is June 1.


PHI KAPPA PHI OUTSTANDING FIRST YEAR STUDENT AWARDS
Contact: Cheria V. Dial
Email: dial.3@osu.edu
Phone: (614)292-3135
Website: Click Here!
Description: The Ohio State University Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi invites applications for the Phi Kappa Phi Outstanding First Year Student Awards. Any full-time first-yearstudent that entered the university in Autumn Quarter 2007 on the Columbus campus with a minimum 3.5 gpa may be considered. The chapter will award two $750 scholarships for use during the 2008-2009 school year. Applications are available at the Kuhn Honors & Scholars House on the 2nd floor credenza and due by July 15, 2008.


PHI KAPPA PHI UNDERGRADUATE ENRICHMENT AWARDS
Contact: Cheria V. Dial
Email: dial.3@osu.edu
Phone: (614)292-3135
Website: Click Here!
Description: The Ohio State University Chapter of Phi Kappa Phi invites applications for the Phi Kappa Phi Undergraduate Enrichment Awards. The chapter will award two $750 Undergraduate Enrichment Awards for use during the 2008-2009 school year. Applicants must: 1) have at least junior standing at the time of application 2) have at least a 3.70 grade-point average at the end of Spring Quarter 2008 and 3) plan to enroll at The Ohio State University in the academic year following the announcement of the award. It is not necessary to be a member of Phi Kappa Phi to receive this award. Applications are available at the Kuhn Honors & Scholars House on the 2nd floor credenza and due by July 15, 2008.


STUDY ABROAD GRANT OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE 
International Affairs is currently coordinating four study abroad grant opportunities that have a deadline of Friday (5/9). The various scholarships provide funding between $500 and $1,000 for short-term and quarter/summer long-term study abroad programs. Studying abroad enables students to gain a sense of independence, become more confident, and acquire valuable skills in preparation for today’s job market. Ohio State offers more than 100 programs in 40 different countries. Apply online (click on Grants).

OSU ANIMAL SCIENCES SUMMER RESEARCH INTERNSHIP - WOOSTER, OH
Dates: June 9th - August 15th, 2008
Hours: From 9:00am -5:00pm          
Salary: $3200/10 weeks - Wages $8.00/hour
Application Deadline April 21, 2008

Supervisor:
Dr. Thaddeus Ezeji, Assistant Professor, Dept of Animal Sciences, OSU/OARDC, Wooster

Duties and Responsibilities:
The project will focus on greenhouse gases (CO2 and methane) emission reduction in dairy farming. Duties will include inoculums collections from fistulated steers, fermentations in bottles and bioreactors, samples analysis using HPLC, gas chromatography, spectrophotometer, etc.

Knowledge and Experience Intern should gain:
At the end of the internship, the intern should gain practical knowledge associated with anaerobic microbiology and biotechnology in our beef and dairy farms.

A 2.5 overall GPA is required.  To apply, send your resume, cover letter, and advising report to:
Ms. Amy Lahmers
Student Services Coordinator, Department of Animal Sciences
116 Plumb Hall, 2027 Coffey Rd.
Columbus, OH  43210
 

4-H ANIMAL SCIENCES INTERNSHIP - COLUMBUS, OH
The Department of Animal Sciences/OSU Extension is offering two internships as youth program assistants for the 2008 summer. Starting June 16th and ending August 22nd, 2008.

Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm(times may vary depending on week)       
Wages $8.00 per hour

Supervisor:
Dr. Paul S. Kuber, Assistant Professor
OSU Department of Animal Sciences
2029 Fyffe Court
Rm 122D Columbus, Ohio 43210
Phone:  614-247-8305
Fax:  614-292-3513
Email:  kuber.2@osu.edu   

Company Website Address http://www.4hansci.osu.edu/

Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in getting materials ready for youth events at the 2008 Ohio State Fair (OSF)
Assist with registration, organization and conductance of Youth Events at the 2008 OSF
Assist in the development of skillathon materials for the 2008 OSF
Assist in the development of the 2008 OSF report of Youth Events


Knowledge and Experience Intern should gain:
Opportunities available for youth to learn about food animal agriculture
How to prepare materials to challenge and communicate information to youth of varying ages
Process used to develop educational programs for youth
How to effectively interface with clientele

Application Deadline is: April 28th, 2008.  To apply, send resume and cover letter to:
Dr. Paul Kuber
122 Animal Science Bldg.
2029 Fyffe Court
Columbus, Ohio  43210-1095
Phone: 614-247-8305
Email: Kuber.2@osu.edu


KINGSWAY ANGUS SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY - TIFFIN, OH
Kingsway Angus of Tiffin, Ohio will offer a summer internship opportunity.  The full-time internship will provide the successful candidate with excellent experience in the workings of a purebred cattle operation involving 100% AI work, ET activities, heat synchronization, performance records, forage harvest, wheat harvest and the overall workings of a 2,700 acre farm operation. 

This will be a hands on opportunity for an individual who is a self-starter.  There will options to attend and work with showing cattle and some optional travel. 
 
Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelors or Associates Degree in an agricultural and animal related field. 
 
The internship can begin in mid-May and extended thru mid-August with flexibility regarding course work and schedules.
 
Housing and meals may be included.Compensation will be based on experience.
 
Application deadline is April 18, 2008 or until position is filled. Candidates may apply by sending a cover letter and resume to kingswayangus@yahoo.com or by mail to 3735 N. Twp. Rd. 111  Tiffin, Ohio 44883.

For additional information or questions please call 419-937-1864 or e-mail kingswayangus@yahoo.com.


NATIONAL AVIARY - PITTSBURGH, PA
The Animal Programs Internship Program is accepting applications for 2008 summer Education interns. All internships are unpaid and interns are expected to work for a total of 480 hours. These hours may be met by working 5 days per week for 12 weeks, 4 days per week for 15 weeks or 3 days per week for 20 weeks. Education interns work with our educators to learn about environmental education, interpretation and guest relations as the Animal Programs Department encompasses all of those areas. Some of the responsibilities of interns include assisting with classroom, outreach and summer camp programs, assisting with and leading public encounters, public interpretation at exhibits, involving public in interactive activities and assisting in researching graphic and web-site information. If this is an opportunity that interests you please forward your resume and cover letter to Linda Weisenmiller, Senior Trainer at linda.weisenmiller@aviary.org. The deadline for the summer internship application is April 21, 2008.


SPRING/SUMMER CATTLE RANCH HELP - ENTERPRISE, OREGON
April/May thru August/Sept 2008 (depending on school schedule) but must be available by early May.

Requirements:
Some cattle experience and able to sort, process, and work cattle on foot. Willing and able to learn and work hard physically for sometimes long hours. Trainable in other aspects including: heat detection, irrigation, haying, fencing, and other daily but secondary ranch duties. Must be able to operate ATV and clutch shifting pickup.

Scope:
If you are interested in working with a progressive yet real world, hands on cattle operation, with varied job responsibilities and you have some cattle experience then this may be the summer job for you. As part of a small ranch crew you will not only learn while you work but have the satisfaction of being relied on for the success of the ranch. Gain experience working with the Owner/Mgr who has extensive prior experience in many aspects of the cattle industry from purebred, commercial, stockers, feedlot, and branded beef programs with numerous contacts from a previous career in Agribusiness sales, marketing, and management within the Animal Health and AI fields. Well rounded having worked with cattlemen in 9 Western States.

Ranch Overview:
Progressive, Purebred and Commercial family cattle operation. Not a fancy show place with artificial management practices. Cattle are our only business so while progressive, the ranch must still be run in the real world. Extensive, AI and ET programs with a primary goal of developing bulls for commercial cattle operations. Approximately 275 mother cows. Primarily Angus both Registered and Commercial. Synch AI then heat detected and bred for another 6 weeks. 60-70 ET transfers into commercial recips. Embryo Donors are maintained, set up and flushed on the ranch. Approximately 75 heifers are 100% AI bred. A BQA program is utilized and the ranch routinely retains ownership in fed cattle although none were retained in the 2006-2008 feeding years due to the negative projected breakevens on calf feds. Primary cattle handling facility is centered around Power River sort pens and alleys with a System 2000 tub and lead alley to a Silencer Hydraulic chute. Additional AI traps are also utilized. 500 acres are irrigated (primarily flood) Intensive cell grazing with poly wire fencing. 500 Tons of hay put up last year in large round bales. Located in the Scenic Wallowa Valley 3 miles from Enterprise, OR

Preference given to those with an understanding of beef cattle operations and a desire to learn while they work. Willing and able to do many aspects of normal ranch operations. Including: feeding, calving, moving pairs, cattle processing, sorting, moving, & heat detecting, flood irrigating, some pipes (only 1 wheel line and a couple of big guns), moving poly wire temporary fencing for rotational intensive cell grazing, and equipment operation mostly during haying. Note that owner would not ask you to do something that he doesn't or hasn't done himself on a regular basis for years.

Wages DOE Competitive Monthly/Weekly Salary. Top candidates may receive some travel reimbursement. Possible internship credits if needed and can be arranged thru your school. Good opportunity to gain valuable experience and to increase your employability potential after graduation.

Open: Immediate until filled. Contact Jeff Parker 541 426 5989, OR APPLY ONLINE


AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC - LONG BEACH, CA
Internships at the Aquarium of the Pacific are geared towards college students and recent graduates who are interested in playing a direct role in ensuring our oceans are vital and healthy for generations to come. Our internships are typically offered in the fall, spring and summer and we accept applications year round. All applicants should be organized; self motivated and have excellent people skills. Once accepted, new interns participate in a one-day training, Aquarium 101, plus additional departmental on-the-job training. Position Purpose The purpose of the Volunteer Services/ VolunTEENS internship is to give students experience in teen programs and volunteer programs in a non-profit organization such as the Aquarium of the Pacific. VolunTEENS is a program geared towards high school students ages 14-16 with an interest in marine biology. Students participate in an 80 hour volunteer program for 8 weeks in the summer, during which they will learn about the many wonders of the Pacific Ocean and create extraordinary experiences for our guests. A successful intern will gain experience necessary for supervising a volunteer teen program including training, scheduling, daily activities and weekly educational updates. In addition, interns will learn the basic functions of a volunteer program from recruiting to training, organization, and recognition.

Qualifications Experience: Some experience working with high school students is preferred but not required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. Flexible, quick on their feet and able to work with numerous other departments.
2. Ability to solve conflicts quickly and calmly 
3. Detail Oriented 
4. Knowledge of the Pacific Ocean and it's inhabitants
   

Requirements:

1. Minimum 10 week duration with a minimum of 16 hours per week.
2. College student or recent graduate interested in a career in biology, volunteer services, teaching, or human resources 
3. Pursuing a degree in: Leisure and Recreation or Biology (all fields are welcome). 
4. Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
   

*All internship positions are on a non-paid voluntary basis only. Housing and transportation is the responsibility of the candidate. Flexible schedules. Application Deadline: May 31st, 2008. For an application visit our website http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/
Our Mission: To instill a sense of wonder, respect and stewardship to the Pacific Ocean, it's inhabitants and ecosystems.


TURTLE BACK ZOO - WEST ORANGE, NJ
Turtle Back Zoo exhibits approximately 100 species from around the world and is located in beautiful Northern New Jersey, approximately 25 minutes from Manhattan. This "hands on", 1 year paid internship requires strongly motivated individuals with the passion and interest in animal conservation and husbandry. Interns will have the opportunity to work side by side with full time keeper staff, by performing such duties as daily cleaning of exhibits and holding areas; food preparation and animal feedings; daily observation and reporting of animal behavior; maintenance of exhibits and animal areas; routine animal handling; assist veterinary staff with capture and restraint of animal. Requirements: Must have at least two semesters of college. Must have a negative TB test within the last year and a current tetanus booster. Interns should be prepared to work in all weather conditions and must be able to meet the physical requirements. Applicants must be self-motivated and able to work days, weekends, and some evening hours depending upon zoo events. The internship period is for 1 year beginning in June 2008. Please send a cover letter, resume and references to: Turtle Back Zoo Attn: Animal Care Intern Search 560 Northfield Ave. West Orange, NJ 07052 For more information on the zoo, visit http://www.turtlebackzoo.com/ or call 973-731-5800.  

NOMINATE YOUR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH MENTOR FOR AN AWARD
Are you planning to present your research at the Denman Undergraduate Research Forum this year?  Did your research adviser go above and beyond to inform and encourage your progress?  If so, please consider nominating your faculty adviser for a Distinguished Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year Award.  Five faculty members who have performed exceptional service will be recognized at the Denman, and all nominees will be listed in the program.  Nomination forms are available at http://ugresearch.adm.ohio-state.edu/ and are due by Friday, April 18.  For more information, contact Helene Cweren at Cweren.1@osu.edu

GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP, MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE - LANSING, MI
A graduate assistantship is available for doctoral training in the department of Animal Science at Michigan State University.  The candidate will be investigating the interface between amino acid nutrition and molecular mechanisms involved in regulating amino acid transport in porcine mammary tissue during lactation.  Interested candidates may contact directly, as soon as possible, Nathalie Trottier via e-mail (trottier@msu.edu) and include a current curriculum vitae.  The start-up date is August 15, 2008.

GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP, UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO - MOSCOW, ID
Feed Efficiency Research and Outreach for the Beef Industry

A graduate student research assistantship in the PhD program is immediately available at the University of Idaho in a USDA, National Research Initiative funded project entitled:

Feed Efficiency Research and Outreach for the Beef Industry. The focus of the project is a new measure of feed efficiency (FE) in beef cattle known as residual feed intake (RFI), also known as net feed efficiency. RFI is an intensely studied, well-developed but relatively new measure of FE that is key to the future profitability and sustainability of the United States beef industry. This project has four research objectives to which the position will contribute. 1: Evaluate and quantify the relationships between RFI and product quality in progeny of Red Angus sires divergent for maintenance energy (ME) EPD. 2: Evaluate and quantify the relationships between RFI and finishing phase FE in the steer progeny of Red Angus sires divergent for ME EPD. 3: Determine the relationship between plasma IGF-1 at weaning and RFI in progeny of Red Angus sires divergent for ME EPD. 4: Determine the relationship between ME EPD and RFI EPD in bulls divergent for ME EPD. The project is directed by Dr Rod Hill.

The successful applicant will interact with an interdisciplinary team of researchers with expertise in growth, nutrition, genetics, meat quality, reproduction and animal physiology. The position will require the student to participate in conducting research at two main sites: the Nancy M. Cummings Research Education and ExtensionCenter in eastern Idaho, at the main campus, Moscow, in northern Idaho and for short periods at other sites.

A highly competitive stipend will be awarded. Students with an interest in working with beef cattle and with expertise in growth and development, nutrition, animal physiology and /or genetics are encouraged to apply. Experience working with beef cattle would be an advantage. The successful candidate will require (and/or build) skills in aspects of the following areas: cattle nutrition and management, EID technology, collection and management of a large database, end-product quality evaluation, assay and evaluation of physiological indicators of FE.

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified.

Candidates are encouraged seek further information or may submit applications including curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest and names of two references with contact information to:
Dr Rod Hill,
311 Agricultural Biotechnology Building,
Moscow, ID  83844-3052
Tel: 208-885-2088 Fax: 208-885-7036
rodhill@uidaho.edu  

Position availability is contingent on candidate acceptance by graduate admissions.

COMMUNICATING ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCES INFORMATION
Department: ENR
Course Number: ENR 567F
Call Number: 13175-8
Quarter: Summer
Days/Times: TRS 8am-4pm
Professor: Dr. Greg Hitzhusen
Email: mailto:hitzhusen.3@osu.edu
Phone: (614)292-7739
Website: Click Here!
Description: Explore the field of Environmental Communications this summer on OSU's Island Campus on Lake Erie. Students will hone their visual, written, and oral communication skills as they develop a "Researcher Profile" section for the Stone Lab website, create display panels to communicate and identify issues of importance in the Lake Erie basin, and travel to research sites related to these issues.

For more information about Stone Lab's 30 sciences courses and scholarship opportunities, go to www.stonelab.osu.edu.


SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON STUDENT HOUSING WITH THE OSU STUDENT TRUSTEES!
Sponsor: The Ohio State University Board of Trustees
Apr 17 12:00PM - 1:00PM
RSVP Required!
Location: Page Hall, room 340
Contact: Debra Van Camp
Email: student.trustee.osu@gmail.com
Phone: (614)425-3302
Website: Click Here!
Description: Join us on Thursday, April 17th at 12pm in Page Hall, room 340 for a free lunch and discussion on student housing. The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the University, and we, as the student trustees, want to hear your ideas on ways to improve student housing. Space is limited so please send your RSVP to student.trustee.osu@gmail.com by April 15th to confirm your attendance.


GRE INFORMATION SESSION
Sponsor: Arts & Sciences Honors Advising
May 7, 3:30 - 5:18 RSVP Required!
Location: Mendenhall 115
Contact: Joanna Spanos
Email: mailto:spanos.4@osu.edu
Phone: (614)292-5104
Description: The Arts and Sciences Honors Program, in conjunction with The Princeton Review, will sponsor a Free GRE Information Session on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008. At this event, an expert Princeton Review instructor will introduce you to the structure of the GRE, review some of the questions you'll see on the exam, and provide proven techniques to help you get the score you want. For more information, please contact Joanna Spanos at 292-5104 or mailto:spanos.4@osu.edu.

To register, please visit The Princeton Review's website atwww.PrincetonReview.com/events. Seating is limited to 60 students. Pre-registration is recommended.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are having problems with the website, email Joanna Spanos (spanos.4@osu.edu) to confirm registration.