 Ravi Bhushan | | Hometown: Hyderabad, INDIA Major: Electrical Engineering Years at BCI: 2 years Favorite Project: "It's really hard to pick a favorite, but I have to say the cattle handling modules were very informative." What did you learn from the BCI?: "I am an engineer and I can tell you that I was completely ignorant of the beef industry except for the fact that they made cheeseburgers possible. My little stint at the BCI has taught me a lot about what goes into making that all possible and I have a new found respect for this industry and all those in it." Where they are now: Logic Design Engineer in California |
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Ben Wileman | | Hometown: Rapid City, SD Major: Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobilogy Years at BCI: 2 years, 6 months Favorite Project: "Lifecycle E.coli 0157:H7 SRP Vaccination in Beef Cattle" What did you learn from the BCI?: "I have learned how to more effectively communicate with both beef producers and the beef consumers." Where they are now: I am currently the Director of Clinical Studies at Epitopix LLC. In Willmar, MN. |
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Lisa Taylor | | Hometown: Oakley, Kansas Major: Mathematics Years at BCI: 2 years Favorite Project: "I enjoyed developing posters about the BCI and offered training materials for trade shows, helping with annual meetings, and building the various training modules about cattle care and handling." What did you learn from the BCI?: "Even though my dad is a feedlot consultant, I had never taken the time to learn many specifics of the beef industry. Working at the Beef Cattle Institute exposed me to all aspects of the beef industry and made me appreciate the work that those in the industry do everyday. Working with wonderful people in a great industry was very rewarding." Where they are now: Graduate student in Economics at Texas A&M University |
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Siddartha Torres | | Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico Major: Animal Science, PhD. Years at BCI: 1 year, 3 months Favorite Project: "Beef Quality Assurance & Animal Wellbeing." What did you learn from the BCI?: "I learned that diversity is an enormous source of knowledge and growth, and I learned that passion can move the world." Where they are now: Kansas State University, Graduate School |
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Hannah Coleman | | Hometown: Auckland, New Zealand Major: Equine Science Years at BCI: 2 Favorite Project: "Putting together all the equine and cattle modules - I got to work with such a diversity of people from all walks of life and background, learned a lot and it felt like a real achievement to put together something that was going to help the industry as a whole. I really enjoyed our 1st Beef Cattle Welfare Symposium as well." What did you learn from the BCI?: "Certainly a lot about beef! I had always had a general overview but it was great to delve further into it and learn about the industry as a whole and how much it contributes to society and worldwide." Where they are now: Club and Events Manager at Ascot Park Polo Club in the United Kingdom |
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 Maria F. Martinez-Perez | | Hometown: Chihuahua, Chihuahua,México Major: Veterinary Medicine(D.V.M) Years at BCI: 2 years Favorite Project: The most rewarding project I have worked on has been the translation of the Animal Care Training website, and a few of the BQA modules that I have had the chance to translate. I have also truly enjoyed going to the regional meetings that we had during the summer. What did you learn from the BCI?: I have been able to see and learn about the progressive and positive impact that the Animal Care Training Website and all of its containing modules could possibly have on the Beef Industry. It is incredible to know that there is a sea of information on general practices for producers and veterinarians that can be accessed anywhere around the world. Where they are now: I am a third year Veterinary student (Large Animal) |
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| Jacob Hagenmaier | | Hometown: Randolph, KS Major: Pre-Veterinary Medicine/Animal Sciences & Industry with large animal emphasis Years at BCI: 2 Favorite Project: "Ben's feedlot E. Coli prevalence trials." What did you learn from the BCI?: "I have obtained a better understanding of the beef cattle industry, as well as a great appreciation for the people involved. As agriculture practices have become more like a minority, we still find a way to continue to feed a growing world population and producing a safe, satisfactory product from calving to consumption." Where they are now: Undergraduate studies at Kansas State University hoping to get admitted into vet school starting in the fall of 2012. |
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Catalina Perdomo
| | Hometown: San Antonio, Texas Major: Animal Science & Industry: Pre-Veterinary Option Years at BCI: 1 year Favorite Project: "Researching consumers." What did you learn from the BCI?: "Learned about Beef Quality Assurance and the way the training modules are developed." Where they are now: |
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Tera Rooney | | Hometown: Satanta, Kansas Major: Food Animal Health College of Veterinary Medicine Years at BCI: 1 year Favorite Project: "I really enjoyed writing the chapter on animal welfare with Dr. Thomson. It put to use a lot of the things I have learned growing up around show cattle and was good experience in writing for books." What did you learn from the BCI?: "I walked away knowing more about the power of giving producers the tools they need and can get a hold of no matter what corner of the world they live in. It’s important for someone to provide the beef industry with the tools that the BCI has developed. Producers and consumers will all benefit." Where they are now: First year veterinary student focused on food animal health and food safety. |
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Norayma Ornelas
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Kelly Oliver
| | Hometown: Erie, Kansas Major: Agriculture Education Years at BCI: 4 years Favorite Project: BQA modules What did you learn from the BCI?: I have learned how important it is to educated our producers in the beef industry. Where they are now: Project Coordinator for the BCI |
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Jose Valles
| | Hometown: Liberal, Kansas Major: Clinical Science Years at BCI: 5 years Favorite Project: "Equine and BQA modules." What did you learn from the BCI?: "More than a job, the BCI has helped me gain knowledge within the cattle industry and other areas. The BCI has also helped me develop skills in working with different computer programs, development of language in both English and Spanish, and how to work as a team." Where they are now: Manhattan, KS. Attending graduate school at KSU and still working for the BCI. |
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Reagan Domer
| | Hometown: Topeka, Kansas Major: Management Information Systems Years at BCI: 8 months Favorite Project: "Working on the BCI website." What did you learn from the BCI?: "I've been around cattle my whole life, but until I started working here, I didn't completely understand or appreciate the beef industry the way I should. Since I started working at the BCI, my whole perspective on it has changed for the better." Where they are now: Working to get my undergrad in MIS and still working for the BCI |
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Robert Munson | | Hometown: Sandwich, Illinois Major: B.S Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University, 2012 Years at BCI: 4 years Favorite Project: Assisting BCI students with the most progressive research projects in the beef industry and helping communicate these advancements to producers and veterinarians nationwide. What did you learn from the BCI?: Where they are now: Third year vet student. Also pursuing Masters degree with my research titled "Effects of delayed steroid implanting on feeder cattle health,performance, and carcass quality" |
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Paden Owens
| | Hometown: Leoti, KS Major: Anthropology & History Years at BCI: 3 years Favorite Project:"When I create videos in the Vegas program." What did you learn from the BCI?: "I learned how to use various computer programs to create videos." Where they are now: I graduate in May 2011 with a Bachelor in Anthropology and a minor in History.
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Cassie Kniebel
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Major: Animal Sciences and Industry - Bioscience/Biotechnology option, Minor in Agricultural Economics ; Sophomore; May 2013 Years at BCI: 5 months Favorite Project: "Working on the BQA Modules... It gives me the opportunity to learn more about the BQA program!" What did you learn from the BCI?: "I appreciate the team atmosphere that creates a fun working environment and allows everyone to use his or her strengths to help others complete projects. After graduation, I know to pursue a job at a business which utilizes teamwork and innovation like the BCI." Where they are now: Working on my undergrad and still working for the BCI |
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Tiffany Lee | | Hometown: Leavenworth, KS Major: Veterinary Medicine (large animal) Years at BCI: 3 years, 6 months Favorite Project: "1st Animal Welfare Symposium." What did you learn from the BCI?: "How to work with many different people, with many different ideas, from many different cultures." Where they are now: Still in Manhattan, in my 3rd year in veterinary school
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Brandon Harder
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Arturo Chavez
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Brooks Butler | | Hometown: Aurora, CO Major: Vet Med, MS in Clinical Science Years at BCI: 2 years Favorite Project: "Traveling across the country to present BQA modules to industry leaders." What did you learn from the BCI?: "I have learned alot about the importance of Best Management Practices within the production animal system, especially animal handling and food safety. During my time with the BCI, I have also discovered there are many carreer opportunities for Veternarians beyond clinical practice, such as industry or research." Where they are now: Working on a thesis for the E. Coli O157:H7 SRP Vaccine field trial completed at 10 commercial feedlots over the summer of 2010.
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Morgan Matile | | Hometown: Bucyrus, KS Major: Vet Student Class of 2015 Years at BCI: 1 month Favorite Project: What did you learn from the BCI?: I learned about the complexity of the cattle industry and the importance of animal welfare education to each component of the industry. Where they are now: I'm getting ready to start vet school in the fall. |
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Taylor Swanson | | Hometown: Mason City, IL Major: Agriculture Economics Years at BCI: 1 year Favorite Project: Harvest Audit Program What did you learn from the BCI?: A greater appreciation for the beef industry and all who are involved. I have gained a greater knowledge of the feedlot/packer industry Where they are now: I will be starting my junior year working toward a degree in Ag. Econ with a focus on animal science. |
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Taylor Green | | Hometown: Artesia, NM Major: Veterinary Medicine Years at BCI: 2 years Favorite Project: The study where we shot calf heads with different calibers and then performed CT and necropsy on them. What did you learn from the BCI?: I learned a lot about BQA and current events in the industry Where they are now: I'm currently finishing up my 4th year in vet school |
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 Tanner Miller | | Hometown: Overland Park ,KS Major: Veterinary Medicine/MS in Production Medicine Years at BCI: 2 years Favorite Project: Developing and running trials on the feed additive, Sarsaponin, for my masters project. Also the bedding trail we're currently running seems like it can provide some immediate benefits to the feedlot industry. What did you learn from the BCI?: I continually learn the proper way to run research trails. Also, there is a never-ending supply of topics to study that can have a positive impact on our nation's beef supply. Where they are now: Currently working with the BCI on four projects while also working towards my Masters degree under Dr. Thomson while getting my DVM. |
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Anthony Tarpoff | | Hometown: Edwardsville, Illinois Major: DVM, and Masters of Clinical Sciences with an emphasis in food animal production management Years at BCI: 3 Years Favorite Project: Deworming trail at a commercial feedyard. I was able to work with feedlot employees, management and the consultant veterinarian on a daily basis. I also had the chance to teach cattle handling and treatment techniques to the hospital. What did you learn from the BCI?: While at BCI I have enhanced my communication skills with not only producers, but also with employees in the field and veterinarians. I have also learned to read literature and extrapolate that information for use in everyday practical situations Where they are now: I am currently in Clinics for my 4th year of veterinary school at Kansas State University and completing my masters in Clinical Science |
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 Amber King | | Hometown: West Haven, Utah Major: Veterinary Medicine Years at BCI: 3 months Favorite Project: Harvest Audit Program What did you learn from the BCI?: Having not come from a beef background, I've learned so much about beef production and the importance of research for the continued progress and improvement of the beef industry Where they are now: 3rd year Veterinary Student- Kansas State University |
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Erica Biel | | Hometown: Hutchinson, KS Major: Masters in Clinical Science Years at BCI: 1 Favorite Project: Harvest Audit Program What did you learn from the BCI?: A better understanding of the beef industry and the importance of animal welfare and producer education through BQA and Animal Care Training. Where they are now: |
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Dr. Shane Terrell | | Hometown: Hay Springs,NE Major: I am currently working on my PhD, which will focus on feedlot lameness. Years at BCI: 3.5 years Favorite Project: I have enjoyed working on many different projects, but my current project is my favorite. It allows me to get in feedyards, provide training, and learn from producers. What did you learn from the BCI?: It has taught me to look at the beef industry from a prospective I didn't before. The ability to make the best decision using available information and to never stop questioning why we do things the way we do them. Where they are now: Working on my PhD with my home base in Hays,KS |
