The Purdue Animal Sciences Department is celebrating its 125th anniversary during the 2024-2025 school year! The department is planning additional stories and events to celebrate, so keep an eye out on this page and social media for forthcoming information.
History
The department was established in the 1899-1900 school year, when Dr. Charles Sumner Plumb was named Associate Professor of Animal Industry and Dairying. This was the first time Purdue offered courses in the animal agriculture industry.
Dr. Charles Sumner Plumb As a part of our celebration, we are highlighting graduate students, undergraduate students, faculty and alumni throughout the school year. Click the link below to see the full page of spotlights:
Morgan Thayer received her bachelor’s and doctoral degrees from the Purdue Animal Sciences...
Jada Cropper is currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in animal sciences, but she...
Jacob Maskal is a two-time graduate of Purdue Animal Sciences and currently pursuing a doctoral...
Marcos Fernandez, PhD, is a professor in the Purdue Animal Sciences Department.
some words from our alumni on our anniversary
Pictures Throughout the 125 Years
