Animal Sciences 49500 (3 credits)

An international learning community experience open to all in-coming freshman and sophomores.

This program introduces students to animal production and environmental issues in Italy. Students will visit a variety of livestock farms as well as gain an appreciation for the production of agricultural products ranging from Parma ham to balsamic vinegar.

 

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Contact Us

Elizabeth Karcher
Program Developer
ekarcher@purdue.edu
3022 Creighton Hall of Animal Sciences
270 S Russell Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907
765-494-4829

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