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- 1926-2019 (Creation)
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"Courses related to animal science have long been offered at South Dakota State University. In the early years, instruction focused primarily on livestock, with separate departments often dedicated to specific animal types, such as poultry. General animal science courses were taught across various departments. Over time, departmental specialization declined, and these programs were eventually consolidated. The department's scope expanded to include rangeland management.
Today, the Department of Animal Science offers a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in animal science or range science. The curriculum prepares students for careers in livestock production, agricultural business, farming and ranching, and natural resource management on both private and public lands, as well as for graduate study.
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This collection is composed primarily of publications produced by the Department of Animal Science at South Dakota State University. Materials include field day programs, research reports, newsletters, promotional materials, short course guides, and proceedings from symposia and professional meetings. Subjects represented span a wide range of animal science topics, including livestock and poultry production, animal husbandry, rangeland management, feed processing, animal welfare, and carcass evaluation. Events such as the Cottonwood Research Station Field Day, Livestock Feeders' Day, Poultry and Hatcherymen’s School, and the Beef Improvement Federation Symposium are documented, as well as student- and industry-focused materials such as scholarship notices and recruitment brochures.
These records provide insight into the research, outreach, and educational initiatives of SDSU’s Department of Animal Science, reflecting the department’s role in advancing livestock and rangeland practices in South Dakota and the region. The collection illustrates the university’s historical engagement with producers, students, and the broader agricultural community through practical education, scientific research, and public service.
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