K-State Animal Science Provides Learning Opportunity for High School Students
Kansas State University Animal Sciences Leadership Academy’s 2024 class applications are due April 15.
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Students from across the country with an interest in the livestock industry and related careers can apply now for the Kansas State University Animal Sciences Leadership Academy. The academy is an intensive four-day educational experience designed to enhance the leadership skills and animal science knowledge of students in ninth through 12th grades.
The fifteenth class will meet in Manhattan, Kansas, on June 5-8. Applications are due April 15, 2024, and can be found at asi.ksu.edu/KASLA. Hosted by the K-State Department of Animal Sciences and Industry and sponsored by the Livestock and Meat Industry Council Inc. (LMIC), the academy’s goal is to develop young leaders within the livestock industry and prepare them for a successful future in this field.
“Each year the ASI Department looks forward to hosting the selected group of youth for the KASLA program,” said Dr. Mike Day, K-State ASI department head. “This program is a great opportunity for future agriculture leaders to visit campus to get an inside look at the opportunities our department and the agriculture industry provides. This program helps build the future of the livestock industry and we appreciate all the industry stakeholders and companies that contribute to the program to make it a success.”
The program’s itinerary will feature interactive workshops, tours and faculty mentor time with ASI professors. Industry leaders will also join the participants frequently to share their knowledge and expertise. Throughout the week, participants will work in teams to evaluate current events within the animal science industry and educate others. This experience will culminate with team presentations and a closing reception on Saturday morning.
Only 20 students will be accepted for the 2024 session to ensure individualized attention from counselors, professors, and industry leaders. Participants will stay on campus in university housing with program staff for the duration of the event. Transportation to and from the event is the responsibility of the participant, along with a $50 fee to reserve his or her space. The fee is only due upon acceptance and not at the time of application. LMIC generously provides all other sponsorships.
Please contact academy director, Sharon Breiner, with questions at sbreiner@ksu.edu or 785-532-6533.
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The Kansas State University Animal Sciences and Industry department serves students, livestock producers and the animal and food industries through teaching, research and education. The K-State ASI department prepares students for careers in the animal and food industries. The curriculum includes the study of nutrition, reproduction, genetics, behavior, meat science, food science with production, management, and agribusiness skills. For more about the K-State's ASI department visit asi.ksu.edu.
The Livestock and Meat Industry Council, Inc (LMIC), a Kansas corporation, through primary cooperation with Kansas State University (KSU), is dedicated to facilitating interdisciplinary education and research that improves the global competitiveness and efficiency of animal and food production. For more about LMIC, visit ksulmic.org.