Graduation: May 2025

Hometown: Farmersville, Ilinois

About: I'm currently a senior majoring in Animal Sciences with an emphasis in pre-veterinary studies at the University of Missouri. I grew up on my family's row crop farm in central Illinois, where in addition, we've been breeding Belgian draft horses and mules for over four decades. This rural agricultural upbringing has significantly shaped my desire to pursue a career within the field of veterinary medicine. After graduation, I hope to attend veterinary school and become a large animal veterinarian. I am currently working as an undergraduate researcher, assisting with a sow immunity project exploring the exposure of Lipopolysaccharides in late-term gestation. Beyond the classroom, I am actively involved in Kappa Alpha Theta, where I currently serve as Vice President Panhellenic. This role allows me to contribute not only to the sorority but also to local community initiatives.. Through my sorority involvement, I've developed valuable leadership and teamwork skills that I am eager to bring to my academic pursuits and future career. 

Graduation: May 2027

Hometown: Great Falls, Virginia 

About: I am a Sophomore Animal Sciences major at Mizzou, and I am currently on the Pre-Veterinary track. I am interested in Swine reproduction and nutrition and hope to do research in those fields someday. My goal in the lab is to gain more experience in research, and one day I hope to go to veterinary school. In the lab, I mostly assist with the research conducted by the Ph.D./Grad students by weighing samples and anything else they may need help with. A fun fact about me is I'm on Mizzou's Club Gymnastics team and have been a competitive gymnast for 11 years! 

Graduation: December 2024

Hometown: Troy, Missouri

About: I am an undergraduate student studying Animal Sciences and will graduate December 2024. After graduation I hope to attend veterinary school and become a mixed animal veterinarian. I enjoy spending time with family and all things with animals. I have really enjoyed working in the lab and have been able to learn so many things. I enjoy helping with many different roles in the lab to branch out on my current knowledge. 

Graduation: December 2024

Hometown: Troy, Missouri

About:  I am currently a Senior in Animal Sciences at Mizzou. I am planning on attending Mizzou's Vet school after I am done with my undergrad career. I want to pursue small and large animal medicine after Vet school. I love to read and spend time outside with my friends and family. I am very excited for this lab position because I would like to grow my livestock skills and learn more about the swine industry. 

Graduation: May 2025

Hometown: Chillicothe, MO

About: Seth is a senior in Animal Sciences with a minor in Agribusiness Management. Growing up on a small hobby farm in a supportive rural community made him realize two things: 1. Community support should not be taken for granted, and 2. Animal agriculture is a necessity for American society. He wanted to put these two items together through veterinary medicine which led him to the University of Missouri. Seth has specific interests in small ruminants and reproductive management. He plans to attend the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mizzou following completion of his undergraduate coursework and return to a rural Missouri community to practice.

At college, Seth is involved in the Pre-Vet Club and Mizzou Block and Bridle, where he has held multiple officer positions. Seth is a previous state officer for both the Missouri FFA Association and Missouri 4-H Organization. His involvement led him to facilitating workshops to over 4,000 members and giving speeches in front of crowds of up to 9,300 attendees.

In his free time, Seth enjoys hunting, fishing, cooking, listening to music, and playing sports 

Graduation: May 2025

Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri

About: I am driven by my desire to prove to myself that I can achieve my goals no matter what setbacks or challenges come my way. I hope to continue to find fulfillment in my current job and future career, and to learn and grow in Animal Sciences.

Graduation: December 2024

Hometown: O’Fallon, Missouri 

About: Hello! My name is Laura Schroer, I am a senior at Mizzou studying animal sciences and agribusiness management. I am interested in pursuing a career in animal nutrition through feed sales. My goals everyday include learning something new that I didn’t know the previous day! My role in the lab is to be of aid to our graduate and phD students on their research projects as well as take lead on our service projects. In my free time I love to read a good book, watch my Netflix shows, and hangout with my dog, Piper!