Ashley Patterson

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National Champions at AQHA World Show Collegiate Horse Judging Contest

November 22, 2024

Texas A&M University judging teams claim national titles

Horse judging team claims second consecutive national title, meat judging team finishes season as reserve champions

A young man in a cowboy hat, Zach Hoelscher, stands beside a feed bunk in a cattle feedlot with his thumb up during his internship

September 17, 2024

Internships guide students to animal science careers, high-impact learning 

Career paths and opportunities can be explored through internships

A rider in blue competes on a brown and white horse

August 1, 2024

Texas 4-H Horse Show builds horsemanship skills, lifelong friendships

Pinnacle event hosted over 350 youth to showcase Texas 4-H horse projects

A woman standing with an award plaque, a man and woman standing in either side

June 27, 2024

Miller first female recipient of R.C. Pollock Award

American Meat Science Association award presented for contributions and impact in meat science industry

A competitor in a maroon Texas A&M vest and red chaps leans back as he competes in bareback riding on a black horse

June 18, 2024

Texas Aggie Rodeo Team members claim College National Finals Rodeo titles

Madalyn Richards earns all-around title, women’s team places third in nation

May 29, 2024

Texas Aggie Rodeo Team headed to College National Finals Rodeo

Six Texas A&M students will compete at the highest level of collegiate rodeo in Casper

May 8, 2024

Where passion meets science

Animal science doctoral student’s determination and love for horses drives impactful research

April 5, 2024

Animal science student finds purpose, community at Texas A&M and on Ranch Horse Team

Tucker Gillespie ’26 shares experiences in the Department of Animal Science that transformed his college journey   

April 4, 2024

Animal science judging clinics provide hands-on learning and skills to youth

Four competitive teams in the Texas A&M Department of Animal Science hosted 1,600 aspiring young judgers for clinics

March 27, 2024

Texas A&M Meat Judging Team finishes spring season undefeated

Team members eager to learn more while preparing for fall contests

February 21, 2024

An unexpected path leads to new passion in meat science

Diverse coursework and time spent on meat judging team impacts trajectory of Department of Animal Science student

February 6, 2024

Three Texas A&M competitive judging teams dominate at National Western Stock Show

Competitive teams in the Department of Animal Science continue to set a standard of excellence

January 31, 2024

Animal science academic quadrathlon team claims first at regional contest

Texas A&M team will represent Southern section at the American Society of Animal Science national contest for fourth consecutive year

January 9, 2024

Teaching sparks a passion and purpose in animal breeding and genetics field

Nan Zhang ’21 excels as a graduate student teaching assistant in Texas A&M’s Department of Animal Science

December 15, 2023

Animal science student finds new passion working at swine center

Carlie Rogers ’24 applies classroom teaching to immersive student worker experience

December 8, 2023

Student reflects how livestock judging shaped life and education

Tradition and legacy attracts Reaves to Texas A&M livestock judging team

November 15, 2023

Texas A&M University horse judging team captures national championship

Team sweeps every division of contest

September 5, 2023

Connections made as animal science students lead to impactful careers

Department of Animal Science graduates Gatlan ’11 and Rachel ’12 Gray value their student experiences and networks

August 18, 2023

Animal science student takes diverse path to medical school

Zane Wanjura ’24 stays true to his roots while pursuing his passion

June 30, 2023

Animal science student embraces family tradition, high-impact learning experiences

Blake Sitka prepares for his senior year eager to grow his knowledge of beef cattle nutrition