Texas Tech University Department of Animal & Food Sciences

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The Department of Animal and Food Sciences is home to more than 1,000 undergraduates, 90 graduate students and 30 active faculty members. Many faculty members are leading researchers in their respective fields, including food science, food safety, muscle biology, nutrition, animal wellbeing, breeding and genetics, and physiology with specialties in cattle, horse, sheep & goats, and swine. Students

in the department have the opportunity to customize their degree plan by choosing one of 13 undergraduate degree plans. Advanced degrees are also offered in both animal and food sciences. Students enjoy learning in a state-of-the-art teaching and research facility which features five specialized teaching and research labs, the largest retail meat cooler on a university campus, and a retail store, "COWamongus!" Hands-on and experiential learning are important components of a student’s education and are made possible through centers which focus on beef, sheep, swine and equine. Students also have the opportunity to be involved in competitive teams and earn leadership roles in student organizations within the department. Alumni of the department are highly regarded and extremely diverse in their careers. Many veterinarians, medical doctors, and leaders within major agricultural companies are proud to have degrees from the department. Visit www.afs.ttu.edu to learn more about opportunities in this highly successful department!

Competitive Teams Reunion was a great time to reconnect, share memories, and celebrate past championships. Once a Red Ra...
09/05/2026

Competitive Teams Reunion was a great time to reconnect, share memories, and celebrate past championships. Once a Red Raider, ALWAYS a Red Raider!!!!👆🏼❤️🖤

Best of luck this year!
09/05/2026

Best of luck this year!

We are so excited to kick off the 2026-27 school year and cannot wait to see what this amazing group will accomplish!

Did you join clubs and orgs at Ag Fest? It’s not too late to join if you didn’t!
09/03/2026

Did you join clubs and orgs at Ag Fest? It’s not too late to join if you didn’t!

Assistant Director of Student Development & Recognition and Faculty Instructor, Kayla Rathmann, shares wise words about ...
09/01/2026

Assistant Director of Student Development & Recognition and Faculty Instructor, Kayla Rathmann, shares wise words about the Department’s programs and growth. She’s one of the BEST — great job Mrs. Rathmann, and thank you for all you do!!!

Academic advisors are some of the most influential people in a student's college journey, yet they are rarely the first people we think of when discussing student success. In this episode, Dr. Brett Kaysen talks with Kayla Rathmann of Texas Tech University about her path into academic advising, her agricultural roots, and the powerful impact advisors have on helping students achieve their goals.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Chaoyu Zhai to the Department of Animal & Food Sciences! Dr. Zhai joins Texas Tech as an...
08/28/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Chaoyu Zhai to the Department of Animal & Food Sciences!

Dr. Zhai joins Texas Tech as an assistant professor, bringing expertise in food chemistry, meat science, and sustainable protein production. We’re excited to have him as part of our department and look forward to the contributions he’ll make to our students, research, and programs. Read more about Dr. Zhai and his work at the link below⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://www.depts.ttu.edu/agriculturalsciences/news/posts/2026/09/afs-chaoyu-zhai-joins-department-of-animal-and-food-sciences.php

Fall 2026 is in session! Be disciplined this semester, make an effort toward your future, and build connections with tho...
08/24/2026

Fall 2026 is in session! Be disciplined this semester, make an effort toward your future, and build connections with those around you. These times with your peers, professors, and advisors are valuable and can help shape your next steps.👊🔥

🏆CALLING ALL COMPETITIVE TEAMS ALUMNI -- YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT🏆Join us on September 5th at 2pm in the Livestock Aren...
08/16/2026

🏆CALLING ALL COMPETITIVE TEAMS ALUMNI -- YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT🏆

Join us on September 5th at 2pm in the Livestock Arena for the 2026 Competitive Teams Reunion! Bring your FAMILY, RECONNECT, and ENJOY. We can't wait to see everyone again. WRECK 'EM!💥👆 RSVP at the link below ⬇⬇⬇

📨RSVP:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/3t9rfuJCTk

Interning in industry while earning course credit is something AFS highly encourages our students to dive into. Read a l...
07/31/2026

Interning in industry while earning course credit is something AFS highly encourages our students to dive into. Read a little bit about each of these students — how awesome?!👏🏻

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