Animal & Dairy Sciences

CALS Reception at World Dairy Expo
2023-10-04 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Exhibition Hall at Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
This informal reception will take place in the Monona Room of the Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center, and is a great opportunity for CALS faculty and staff to connect with former students, industry partners and other stakeholders. This year’s event will be co-sponsored by WARF, the Office of Business Engagement and the Dairy Innovation Hub.
RSVPs are encouraged: go.wisc.edu/dairyexpo.

Graduate Student Seminar by Jessica Brown
2023-09-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: How Animal Agriculture is Supporting a Better Future
Presenter: Jessica Brown, Animal Sciences Ph.D. candidate (advisor: Dr. Steve Ricke), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1115

MSABD 2nd Annual End o' Summer Block Party
2023-09-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706

CALS portrait session for faculty, staff and graduate students
2023-09-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Agricultural Hall, 1500 Linden Drive, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Location: Agricultural Hall, Room 14 (lower level)

Ph.D. Defense Seminar by Derek Nelson
2023-08-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Effect of Forages with Varied Digestibility on Lactation Performance and Enteric Emissions of Dairy Cows
Presenter: Derek Nelson, Dairy Sciences M.S. candidate (Advisor: Dr. Ken Kalscheur), UW-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1115

Ph.D. Defense Seminar by Hendyel Pacheco
2023-08-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Genomic Analysis of Male Fertility in Brown Swiss Cattle
Presenter: Hendyel Pacheco, Animal Sciences Ph.D. candidate (Advisor: Dr. Francisco Peñagaricano), UW-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1111

M.S. Defense Seminar By Olivia Kepner
2023-08-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Room 236 Animal Sciences Bldg., 1675 Observatory Dr, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Title: Pedagogical Considerations for Introductory Undergraduate Science Education Literature Review
Presenter: Olivia Kepner, Animal Science M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. Luiz Ferraretto), UW-Madison Department Animal and Dairy Sciences
Location: Animal Science Building, RM 236

Ph.D. Defense Seminar by Larissa Carolina Novo
2023-08-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Genetic analysis of novel traits in Holstein dairy cattle
Presenter: Larissa Carolina Novo, Animal Sciences Ph.D. candidate (Advisor: Dr. Francisco Peñagaricano), UW-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1111

Ph.D. Defense Seminar by MaryGrace Erickson
2023-07-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Research in protein nutrition of lactating dairy cows
and animal sciences education
Presenter: MaryGrace Erickson, Dairy Sciences Ph.D. candidate (Advisor: Dr. Michel A. Wattiaux), UW-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1111 or virtual

Ph.D. Defense Seminar by Malia Caputo
2023-06-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title:Determination of Sources of Variation, and Prediction of, Feed Intake and Efficiency in Dairy Cows
Presenter: Malia Caputo, Dairy Sciences Ph.D. candidate (Advisor: Dr. Heather White), UW-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1115 or virtual

2023 Four-State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference
2023-06-06 - 2023-06-08 | Grand River Center, 500 Bell Street, Dubuque, Iowa, 52001
The Four-State Dairy Nutrition and Management Conference presents the latest research on issues concerning the dairy industry including feed efficiency, calves and transition cows.
2023 Four-State Program Brochure
Registration fee: $150.00 before May 26, 2023
$175.00 after May 26, 2023 and at the door
Register HERE

Ph.D. Defense Seminar by Kim Reuscher
2023-05-30 09:00 - 10:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Surviving the Elements: Evaluating heat abatement strategies for adult cows and investigating the impact of thermal stress on dairy calves
Presenter: Kim Reuscher, Dairy Sciences Ph.D. candidate (Advisor: Dr. Jennifer Van Os), UW-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1111 or Virtual

Animal & Dairy Sciences Golf Classic
2023-05-23 08:30 - 16:00 | University Ridge Golf Course, 2FF4+G2 Verona, Wisconsin, Verona, WI, United States
Animal & Dairy Sciences Golf Classic brochure
Register HERE

Graduate Infographic Poster Comp
2023-05-19 12:00 - 14:00 | 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison WI, 53706
You are invited to attend the annual Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences Graduate Infographic Poster Competition 😊 The winners of this competition will receive significant funding assistance for professional development activities.

The competition will be held from 12pm-2pm on Friday May 19th in the MSABD Atrium. Awards will be announced at 12:30pm. Refreshments will be provided!

Please RSVP using this google form before April 30th to allow for food and beverage planning!

Ph.D. Defense Seminar by Faith Reyes
2023-05-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Implications of resource competition on behavior, feeding patterns, and feed efficiency in lactating dairy cows and social interactions in dairy heifers
Presenter: Faith Reyes, DairySciences Ph.D. candidate (Advisor: Dr. Jennifer Van Os, Co-advisor: Dr. Heather White, Co-advisor: Dr. Kent Weigel), UW-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1111 or Virtual

Graduate Student Seminar by Natalia Hincapie
2023-05-05 12:30 - 13:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Effect of hCG on pregnancy outcomes in lactating Jersey cows receiving IVF beef embryos after a synchronized estrus versus a synchronized ovulation
Presenter: Natalia Hincapie, Dairy Sciences M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. Paul Fricke), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111

Graduate Student Seminar by Ahmed Aly
2023-05-05 12:00 - 12:30 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Impact of Cholesterol-Loaded Cyclodextrin on Sperm Quality of Frozen Bovine Semen
Presenter: Ahmed Aly, Animal Sciences Ph.D. candidate (advisor: Dr. John Parrish), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111

Graduate Student Seminar by Elena Olson
2023-05-03 15:30 - 16:30 | 274 Animal Sciences
The Stealth Mode of Campylobacter
Elena’s research focus involves studies of foodborne pathogens associated with
meat production. Her current efforts involve poultry related meat products. She
works in the lab of Dr. Steve Ricke. Elena is a part of the UW‐Meat and Animal
Sciences Biologics Discovery Program.

M.S. Defense Seminar By Sophia Kendall
2023-05-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Elucidating the regulation of bovine PNPLA3 through transcription factors and coordination of hepatic lipases
Presenter: Sophia Kendall, Dairy Science M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. Heather White), UW-Madison Department Animal and Dairy Sciences
Location: MSABD 1115

Graduate Student Seminar by Erin Kammann
2023-04-28 12:30 - 13:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Epidemiology of high liver triglyceride prediction: Associations with peripartum risk factors and postpartum performances and health consequences.
Presenter: Erin Kammann, Dairy Sciences M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. Heather White), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111

Graduate Student Seminar by Olivia Kepner
2023-04-28 12:00 - 12:30 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Pedagogical Considerations for Introductory Undergraduate Science Education
Presenter: Olivia Kepner, Animal Sciences M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. Luiz Ferraretto), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111

M.S. Defense Seminar By Teresita Valdes Arciniega
2023-04-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Effect of GnRH dose, circulating progesterone concentrations and milk production on ovulatory response of lactating dairy cows in a Double Ovsynch program.
Presenter: Teresita Valdes Arciniega, Dairy Science M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. João Paulo N. Martins), UW-Madison Department of Medical Sciences
Location: MSABD Room 1115 or virtual

M.S. Defense Seminar By Kaylee Riesgraf
2023-04-24 09:00 - 10:00 | 274 Animal Sciences
Title: Long-Term Impacts of Early Life Management on Heifer Growth, Feed Efficiency, and Enteric Methane Emissions.
Presenter: Kaylee Riesgraf, Animal Sciences M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. Kent Weigel), UW-Madison Department Animal and Dairy Sciences
Location: Animal Science Building, Room 274

Graduate Student Seminar by Lihe Liu
2023-04-21 12:30 - 13:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Enrichkit: a useful omics tool for animal scientists
Presenter: Lihe Liu, Animal Sciences Ph.D. candidate (advisor: Dr. Francisco Peñagaricano), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111

Graduate Student Seminar by Larissa Novo
2023-04-21 12:00 - 12:30 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Genetic analysis of two relevant health traits: Johne’s Disease and Hypocalcemia
Presenter: Larissa Novo, Animal Sciences Ph.D. candidate (advisor: Dr. Francisco Peñagaricano), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111

Nutrition & Metabolism Animal Nutrition Seminar
2023-04-19 15:30 - 16:30 | 274 Animal Sciences
Unique amino acid metabolism by clostridium sporogenes impacts host muscle physiology
Presented by:
Brittney Kokinos
Ph.D. Graduate Student
Nutrition and Metabolism, Department of Nutritional Sciences
University of Wisconsin‐Madison

Graduate Student Seminar by Marjorie Killerby Campos
2023-04-14 12:00 - 12:30 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Effects of energy source and amino acid supplementation on milk production and nitrogen use efficiency
Presenter: Marjorie Killerby Campos, Dairy Sciences Ph.D. candidate (advisor: Dr. Sebastian Arriola Apelo), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111

Virtual & In-person Preview Days
2023-04-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences invites prospective students that are interested in majoring in animal or dairy science to attend virtual or in person preview day events to explore what the program has to offer. See below for a full listing of virtual and in person events and their registration links.

· April 13th, 2023 @6:00pm to 7:00pm CST: Zoom Presentation and Q&A o Link to Sign Up: Register here
· April 26th, 2023 @6:30pm to 7:30pm CST: Zoom Presentation and Q&A o Link to Sign Up: Register here
· May 5th, 2023 @2:30pm-4:30pm CST: In Person Animal & Dairy Campus Tour o Link to Sign Up: Register here

Admitted and prospective students and their families can gain a firsthand look at one of the world’s leading animal and dairy science programs. Attendees will learn about the curriculum, scholarships and financial aid availability, career options, and extracurricular opportunities that make-up the “Badger Experience” for animal and dairy students. Current students and instructors will be also on hand to answer questions and to talk about their involvement in campus activities.

“Choosing a college to attend is a major life decision. Thoroughly doing one’s research, taking campus visits, and attending virtual recruiting events is the best way to make it an informed choice,” says Kent Weigel, professor and chair of the Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences. “Students that visit us are often amazed by the small-school feel of our ag campus and the extra benefits they get studying at a Big Ten university,” states Weigel.

If students are interested in hearing more from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, or the UW-Madison Admissions offices, please fill out this form to receive more information. If students or families have any questions about these upcoming events or our programs, contact the Animal and Dairy Science Recruitment Team at (608) 265-6930 or ADSrecruitment@ansci.wisc.edu.

MSABD/Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors (WAMP) Pre-Convention Workshops
2023-04-13 08:15 - 17:30 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
The WAMP convention will kick off on Thursday, April 13, with a Pre-convention workshop hosted by the University of Wisconsin – Meat Science and Animal Biologics Discovery. The workshop focus is “Technology and Automation Working for You.” It will include demonstrations of equipment used in harvesting and further processing, and speakers will discuss implementation of automation in a meat processing facility.
If you have an interest in the meat industry and attending the WAMP Convention, please see a detailed schedule and register at https://wi-amp.com/ or contact WAMP at 608-636-0639/email dianne@wi-amp.com. A WAMP membership is required to attend the convention.

Graduate Student Seminar by Agustin Chasco
2023-04-07 12:30 - 13:00 | Meat Science and Animal Biologics Building, 1933 Observatory Drive, Madison, Wisconsin, 53706
Title: Estrus expression in dairy cows: phenotyping, genetic variability, and association with reproductive performance
Presenter: Agustin Chasco, Animal Sciences M.S. candidate (advisor: Dr. Francisco Peñagaricano), Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences, UW-Madison
Location: MSABD Room 1111
