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Animal Science

Alumni and Friends

Erin McKenney

Feb 24, 2022

A Microbe Love Story

NC State’s Erin McKenney has a diverse set of experiences revolving around microbes. 
a young family holding NC State branded photo props

Feb 7, 2022

Justin Fix: ‘It’s All About The Relationships’

As director of business development and genetic improvement at Acuity Swine, Justin Fix credits his success to the relationships he developed along the way. 
CALS graduates the Harward Sisters have their own cattle business.

Dec 3, 2018

Sister Act: The Five Harwards Are In Business

Led by CALS grads (and eldest sisters) Brooke and Catherine, the five Harward sisters have already learned the keys to running their own business. 
CALS NCSU Kelly Blanton

Dec 3, 2018

Transforming Tragedy Into Triumph: Animal Science’s Kelly Blanton

A catastrophic rodeo accident left Kelly Blanton paralyzed from the shoulders down – one month before she was supposed to start attending her dream school, NC State. But she decided that nothing would stop her. 
CALS Animal Science grad Taylor Knittel

Jan 4, 2018

Animal Science Grad Returns To Help Other Students

By the time Taylor Knittel earned her degree from the Department of Animal Science at NC State, she was ready to hit the ground running. 
CALS Animal Science and Poultry Science grad Chandler Keck

Dec 4, 2017

Outstanding December Graduate: Chandler Keck

At CALS, Chandler Keck found a lot of unexpected twists and turns — and the freedom and opportunity to explore them all. He graduates this December with a double major in animal and poultry sciences. 
CALS alumni award winners gathered for a group shot at the ceremony

Sep 20, 2017

CALS Honors Extraordinary Alumni

CALS alumni, friends, faculty and staff gathered to celebrate more than two dozen extraordinary alumni at the college’s annual Alumni Awards Ceremony. 
Amanda Guthrie holding baby tiger

Jun 27, 2017

Zoo Veterinarian and CALS Grad Amanda Guthrie: “Be Fearless”

Amanda Guthrie is living her dream as senior veterinary officer at the ZSL London Zoo, overseeing the care of nearly 20,000 animals. 
A sea of mortarboards at NC State commencement

May 10, 2017

Extraordinary Grads, Endless Opportunities

The homestretch is narrowing, and the end is in sight. Meet eight of the college’s outstanding students poised to receive degrees at commencement exercises this weekend. 
Mounted officer Jeanne Miller with her adviser.

May 3, 2016

Animal Science alum keeps peace on campus

Jeanne Miller puts her animal science degree to use in a way she had never imagined as an undergrad: she now patrols campus as a senior officer with the Mounted Unit of the NC State University Police Department.