The Poultry Science club does not require its members to have any prior experience in the Poultry industry. Throughout the year the members of this club host 4-H clinics and educate the public about poultry. They work very closely with industry professionals and their members receive numerous opportunities to apply for internships within the industry.

This club has numerous activities that they are involved in throughout the year including the Western Oregon 4-H Poultry Field Day, the Pacific Egg and Poultry Association Convention, Oregon FFA Career Development days, Poultry Judging Contests, OSU Ag Day, Pet Day and they also participate in the Salem Ag Festival. Meetings are held every other friday at 12pm in Withycombe 115 (ANS student lounge).

If you are interested in learning more about the Poultry Science Club or would like to become a member please contact Michelle Janik at janim@onid.orst.edu.

MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences) has been working hard collecting professional attire for college students who can’t afford to buy business outfits for interviews. The club is going to sell the clothes for very affordable prices and is using the money to fund their trip to a national career fair and training conference. Heather Turner, a reporter from KEZI news wrote an article featuring MANRRS check it out at http://kezi.com/news/local/201513.

If you would like to donate professional clothing items to MANRRS, you can drop them of at the following locations:

OSU Career Services

8 Kerr Administration Building

Corvallis, OR

OSU Strand Agriculture Hall 137

Corvallis, OR

OSU Bookstore Beaver Fan Shop

121 SW Morrison #120

Portland , OR

Name and title:

Betsy Hartley, Director of External Relations

Where are you from?

Born and raised in San Dimas, California.  Suburb of Los Angeles.

Where did you attend college?

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.  My degree is in Agricultural Education.

What is your favorite college memory?

Being an Ambassador.  Our team was one of the first in the College and we had a great time promoting the college, helping with events and recruiting new students to be a part of our college.  It was a leadership experience of a lifetime.

What do you like most about OSU?

We are a top-tier research institution.  We have outstanding and engaged students. It’s a beautiful campus that stretches across the entire state of Oregon. We have the proud heritage of being a Land Grant University.  What’s not to LOVE about OSU?  I love my job and enjoy coming to work each and every day.

What kind of transportation did you use in college?

Feet.  I drove a red Ford Ranger pick-up if I had a lab at one of the farms or wanted to head to the beach to study.  But my feet were my primary mode of transportation…

What is your favorite agricultural commodity?

I cannot choose just one in a state that produces over 220 outstanding commodities!  I will say pizza does a darn good job of combining some of those delectable ingredients in a thoroughly delightful way.

What is something that you enjoy doing in your free time?

I’m an Aunt!  I like to do just about anything – as long as I’m spending time with my family.  (Shopping rates pretty high as a hobby as well!)  And I am developing a love for photography… A growing passion and hobby that works well when you have totally handsome/adorable nieces and nephews.

Do you have any advice for students in the college of agricultural science?

This is the beginning of your career! Plan and execute wisely. Get involved.  Study abroad.  Follow through on commitments.  Reach beyond your comfort zone. Network and develop professional connections. Look for new experiences. Join a club, run for an office. Enjoy your time in college, but understand that your college career is the foundation of your professional life.

Contact information:  541/231.1472 (cell), 541/737.5822 (work), 127 Strand, betsy.hartley@oregonstate.edu