On March 8, the Department of Animal Biosciences joins in the celebration of International Women's Day to acknowledge the incredible achievements of women. This year's global theme - "Embrace Equity" - aims to raise awareness about discrimination and serves as a collective call to action for all of us to do our part and drive gender equity forward.
Juanita Echeverry-Munera, a PhD candidate in Dr. Mike Steele's lab, is the recipient of the 2023 Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) Scholarship. Valued at $105,000 over 3 years, the annual award is given to an exceptional PhD student working on innovative projects that will benefit the dairy industry. Juanita's current research focuses on improving methods for raising dairy-beef cross calves.
February marks Black History Month, an important time to recognize the Black community for their achievements that have, and continue to help shape our society.
Food from Thought, a major research initiative led by U of G since 2016, has released their 2021-22 Impact Report. The report highlights the accomplishments of researchers, graduate students and collaborators, including those from Animal Biosciences, towards the development of
Recipients of the HQP Scholarship were recently announced and this year's cohort includes 5 outstanding members of the Department of Animal Biosciences:
Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Livestock Genomics, Dr. Christine Baes, spoke to CTV's Your Morning about a large-scale applied research projected aiming to reduce methane emissions from cattle.
Watch the full interview here.
Please join us in welcoming our new staff colleague in the main office, Corina Beu, Financial Clerk.
Corina has a degree in Economics – Finance and Banks, she is a certified member of the Canadian Payroll Association and also has a Benefits Specialist Program Certificate at Conestoga College. She brings to the role a solid experience in finance and accounting, and has worked in payroll in OVC at the University of Guelph. With her education, experience, strong work ethic and knowledge of the role, Corina will be a valuable addition to our team.