Animal Science at University of Maryland

Animal Science at University of Maryland A place for Animal Science students to connect with both current and alumni members of the ANSC com Our department offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

The Department of Animal and Avian Sciences provides a challenging program for academically talented students interested in the application of biology and technology to the care, management and study of domestic and aquatic animals. In addition to emphasizing the traditional farm species of dairy and beef cattle, sheep, swine and poultry, our program includes options in equine studies, laboratory animal management, and sciences which prepare students for veterinary or graduate school. Our graduates are accepted into a variety of professional schools - including veterinary school, medical school, and a range of graduate programs. Our graduates also pursue a variety of careers such as research technicians, sales or marketing representatives, or animal producers.

Have you ever wanted to get an up close encounter with animals at the Campus Farm? You can hug a sheep and/or a goat on ...
09/22/2026

Have you ever wanted to get an up close encounter with animals at the Campus Farm? You can hug a sheep and/or a goat on October 16th 10am-3pm! Make sure to bring your phone for photos

ANSC Graduate Program Highlight🌟:The Che Lab attended the 61st National Meeting of the Delmarva Chicken Association in O...
09/16/2026

ANSC Graduate Program Highlight🌟:

The Che Lab attended the 61st National Meeting of the Delmarva Chicken Association in Ocean City, Maryland! We are proud to celebrate Ph.D. student Bishal Bhattachan, who received a Student Poster Award for his research!

Expand your studies globally to Brazil (3-credit AGST/ANSC 470) over Spring Break 2027 — and apply for scholarships to m...
09/14/2026

Expand your studies globally to Brazil (3-credit AGST/ANSC 470) over Spring Break 2027 — and apply for scholarships to make it affordable! Application Deadline: September 30

Learn More: go.umd.edu/brazil-ANSC

Come visit ANSC at the AGNR at the Welcome Back Bash next week!
09/01/2026

Come visit ANSC at the AGNR at the Welcome Back Bash next week!

Welcome new ANSC Terps and welcome back returning ANSC terps!! I hope you had a wonderful summer and you are ready for F...
08/31/2026

Welcome new ANSC Terps and welcome back returning ANSC terps!! I hope you had a wonderful summer and you are ready for Fall 2026! We wish everyone a productive and successful semester. Feel free to say hello and pop by the Academic Advising Offices and the ANSC Peer Mentor!

What experiences are shaping your personal and professional growth this summer?Dr. Kris and ANSC student Yisela Shooman ...
08/28/2026

What experiences are shaping your personal and professional growth this summer?

Dr. Kris and ANSC student Yisela Shooman happened upon each other at the Bowie Petco in August! Yisela was working a Vetco shift and Dr. Kris was participating in an adoption event for Bowie C.L.A.W. (Citizens for Local Animal Welfare), helping her foster kittens find furever homes. This little bundle of fluffy kitten joy is named "Peony" and she is available for adoption!🐈

🌟ANSC Alum Highlight🌟: ANSC Terp starts vet school! Faith Trivett (UMD ANSC '26) is living the dream at Lincoln Memorial...
08/27/2026

🌟ANSC Alum Highlight🌟: ANSC Terp starts vet school!

Faith Trivett (UMD ANSC '26) is living the dream at Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine in Tennessee. We are so proud of you!!

For pre-vet advising information please visit: prevet.umd.edu

ANSC would like to shoutout the ANSC 2026 Graduating Student Awards:Outstanding Graduate Student: Akanksha HadaOutstand...
07/27/2026

ANSC would like to shoutout the ANSC 2026 Graduating Student Awards:

Outstanding Graduate Student: Akanksha Hada

Outstanding Service to AGNR: Academics: Katie Grow and Research: Sarah Blackman

Outstanding Undergraduates Students: Raven Herron

Congratulations and we are so proud of you!!

ANSC Outstanding Senior Shoutout: Katie GrowKatie Grow graduated as an Animal Sciences Pre-Professional student with a s...
07/23/2026

ANSC Outstanding Senior Shoutout: Katie Grow

Katie Grow graduated as an Animal Sciences Pre-Professional student with a strong passion for animal care, education, and mentorship. Her experience as a veterinary technician and her work with the Smithsonian National Zoo’s Great Apes Department have shaped her commitment to animal welfare and compassionate hands-on care. At the University of Maryland, she has taken on leadership roles as President of the Pre-Veterinary Society and Vice President of Sigma Alpha while supporting peers as an undergraduate teaching assistant. Kathryn plans to continue her path toward becoming a veterinarian at NC State College of Veterinary Medicine.

ANSC Outstanding Senior Shoutout: Sarah BlackmanSarah Blackman is graduated with a dual degree in Animal Science and Psy...
07/23/2026

ANSC Outstanding Senior Shoutout: Sarah Blackman

Sarah Blackman is graduated with a dual degree in Animal Science and Psychology. She has most enjoyed working with the flock of sheep on the campus farm as a volunteer and a Small Ruminant Intern. She has also loved working with chick embryos in the Taneyhill's Lab and teaching students about anatomy as an Anatomy Lab Teaching Assistant. After graduation, she will be working as a veterinary technician while applying to vet school.

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College Park, MD
20742

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