For Dr. Victoria Bailey, coming to Missouri State University felt like a natural fit. This fall, she joined the faculty of the School of Agricultural Science and Conservation within the Darr College of Agriculture as an assistant professor. When she saw the job posting, Bailey felt the position was written for her. That feeling only grew when she toured campus and saw how … [Read more...] about New faculty member turns a love for horses into a career
Months before Missouri State University purebred Hereford cattle enter the show ring, students are behind the scenes feeding, washing and walking them. Journagan Ranch makes much of that work possible. In 2010, Leo Journagan and his family donated the 3,300-acre cattle operation to Missouri State. All show cattle are bred and raised on the ranch. Since then, the Beef … [Read more...] about Raising the steaks
Congratulations to Dr. Lacy Sukovaty, director of the School of Agricultural Science and Conservation at Missouri State University, on her feature in Mind’s Eye magazine. An animal science expert, she shares insights from her research on canine parasites. Research feature story now online The Mind’s Eye story featuring Sukovaty's research is now published … [Read more...] about Dr. Lacy Sukovaty featured in Mind’s Eye
The Missouri State University Equestrian Team has earned its place among the state’s most celebrated athletic programs. This March, the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame inducted the team as a 2026 honoree for decades of competitive excellence and significant contributions to sports in Missouri. Natalie Mook, instructor in the School of Agricultural Sciences … [Read more...] about Equestrian Team inducted into Missouri Sports Hall of Fame
Missouri State University animal science senior Reagan Pettus is proof that hard work and dedication can turn dreams into reality. Originally from Mansfield, Missouri, she started studying at Mo State in fall 2023. She chose to become a Bear because of the university’s strong pre-veterinary program and its proximity to her home. “Attending Missouri State allowed me to … [Read more...] about A calling to care for animals