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Jordan Wicks Assistant Professor
Meats Extension Specialist

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Tianjing Zhao Assistant Professor
Theoretical Quantitative Genetics

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Following the passing of the Racetrack Gaming Act through a 2020 ballot referendum, an expansion of the horse racing industry is on the horizon in Nebraska. The information below is for individuals that are interested in getting involved in the Nebraska horse racing industry.

Dr. Jennifer Wood Named Associate Dean for Graduate Education Thursday, August 10, 2023

Dr. Jennifer Wood, professor and molecular reproductive physiologist, was recently named Associate Dean for Graduate Education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

In her new administrative appointment, she will lead the professional development team and contribute to the overall leadership in the Office of Graduate Studies, while still teaching and conducting research in the Department of Animal Science.

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USMEF partners from meat processing companies in seven countries traveled to Lincoln to attend the workshop.
Department of Animal Science Hosts U.S. Meat Export Federation Global Processing Workshop Wednesday, August 2, 2023

The Department of Animal Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln hosted representatives from seven countries as part of a U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Global Processing Workshop on July 31-August 1, 2023.

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Deborah VanOverbeke Department Head

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Bo Garcia Extension Assistant Professor
4-H Livestock and Meat Education

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Bo Garcia Named 4-H Livestock and Meat Education Extension Assistant Professor Friday, June 30, 2023

Bo Garcia has joined the Department of Animal Science as an extension assistant professor for 4-H Livestock and Meat Education. He began his new role on July 1.

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