Animal Science Welcomes Dr. Rafael Martinez

With many honors such as the Young Investigator Award from the American Quarter Horse Foundation, Dr. Rafael Martinez graduated from Sam Houston State University with his bachelor's and master's degrees. Earning his Ph.D. in Animal Science from Texas A&M University, Martinez has many years of teaching experience and a passion for Equine Science.

Graduate Student Accepted in AQHLead

Animal Science graduate student Lauren Pavel shares her aspirations about this opportunity, "I am very excited to be a part of the 2024 AQHLead program. My goals for this experience are to expand my equine network and broaden my knowledge of the various roles and opportunities within the equine industry. Additionally, I am eager to improve my leadership skills. I am looking forward to kicking the year off at the AQHA Convention!"

Tarleton Student Serves as National FFA Nominating Committee Chair

Ty Williams, a Senior Agricultural Education major from Dawson, Texas was recently chosen to serve as the National FFA Nominating Committee Chairman. Only nine students are chosen from across the country to serve on the committee and from those nine, Ty was chosen as the chair.

The Next Generation of Agricultural Science Teachers

Over the course of the past semester, sixteen agricultural education majors completed their student teaching assignments in secondary agricultural education programs across the state of Texas. 

Tarleton State University Meat Judging Team

The Tarleton State University Meat Judging Team competed at the 2024 AMSA Southwestern. Team members include Reagan Staab, Sydnee Gilliam, Kara Tifft, Kaley Lassmann, and Mari Horwath. Coach and coordinators Ms. Isabell Cranfill and Dr. Drew Cassens. Follow Tarleton Meat Science on Facebook to keep up with the meat science competitive season and its successes!

Pre-Vet Students Receive Scholarships at the Fort Worth Livestock Show & Rodeo

On January 27-28, 2024, the first-ever Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Youth Escaramuza and Charro Cala competition was held. Freshman Liliana Perez's team won the Youth Escaramuza Competition, with each member receiving a $2,000 scholarship. Senior Kitzia Guevara competed in the Invitational Competition, with her team winning 1st place, championship buckles, and a $3,000 prize. Congratulations!