Jacquelyn Jacobs

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Assistant Professor
College Curriculum Committee

Degrees:
BS, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH (USA)
MS, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI (USA)
PhD, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON (Canada)
Postdoctoral Research, USDA/ARS Livestock Behavior Research Unit, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN (USA)

Research

My research program is focused on companion animal behavior and welfare, with a particular interest in topics related to the human-animal bond and exploring ways to decrease stress and improve shelter animal welfare. I am also interested in exploring methods for improved student learning and engagement and supporting educator professional development. I am a member of the Animal Behavior and Welfare Group in the Department of Animal Science and the Companion Animal Behavior and Welfare Group.

Teaching

I teach several undergraduate courses in the department of animal science focused on companion animals and animal welfare, as well as a graduate course for future college-level instructors. I am also the coach for the MSU animal welfare judging teams and supervise the Leader Dog club and Animal Welfare club.

ANS 282 – Companion Animal Biology and Management

ANS 482 - Advanced Companion Animal Management

ANS 200 E – Animal Welfare Assessment

ANS 300 E – Animal Welfare Judging

ANS 801 – Methods of Teaching Animal Science

Teaching Awards

“CANR Excellence in Teaching, New Teacher Award, 2023” (Animal Science professor receives CANR Excellence in Teaching – New Teacher Award - Faculty & Staff (msu.edu))

North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Educator Award, 2023