1. Megan E. Talley
103 University Village Apt. 3, Ames, IA 50010
metalley@iastate.edu | Cell: 319.899.6138
Education:
Iowa State University, College ofAgriculture and Life Sciences, Ames,IA
 Graduated with Bachelor of Science in Dairy Science and Agriculture Communications,
December 19, 2015
 Pursuing a Master of Agricultural Education with Teacher Certification, anticipated
graduation May 2017. Current GPA: 3.86
Professional Experience:
Women in Agriculture Project Management Intern, Ames, IA May 2016 - July 2015
 Created material to be used in an online training course.
 Developed materials as content expert for an online training course.
 Integrated materials into an online learning format using Moodle.
Science With Practice Graduate Assistant, Ames, IA August 2015 - Present
 Assist with class preparation each week; help teach and facilitate.
 Grade papers and give feedback to students via meetings and email.
 Coordinate end of semester research poster session for 30 students.
Iowa State University Department ofResidence Community Advisor August 2012 - Present
 Provide live-in support and resources to students living in the apartment communities.
 Plan and implement programming to encourage a strong residential community in which
students are able to live in diverse environments, be academically successful, and develop
leadership skills.
Cargill Animal Nutrition Dairy Focus Intern, Madison, WI May 2015 - August 2015
 Observed and participate in on-farm dairy nutrition visits.
 Gained an understanding of ruminant nutrition and diet formulation.
 Researched different types of starter feeds for dairy calves. Determined which
combinations of amino acids and fat are most beneficial and cost effective for operations.
Cargill Kitchen Solutions Operations Intern, Monticello,MN May 2014 - August 2014
 Understand plant operations in all kitchens; help out with breaks on plant floor and be
able to communicate with stakeholders of diverse backgrounds.
 Completed assigned projects throughout the plan on different shifts.
 Researched different freezing techniques to be used by the plant. Put together a proposal
with quotes for work to be done and present to plant management.
Scholastic Accomplishments
 Sigma Alpha Pi National Society of Leadership and Success
o Member (2014, 2015)
 Iowa State University Dean’s List
o Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Spring 2016

2. International Experience -Agricultural Biosystems ofNewZealand
 Learned about international agriculture and traveled to New Zealand in Fall 2014
Honors
 Outstanding Senior for the College of Agriculture and Life Science’s Fall Class of 2015
 Dairy Science Club
o Member of the Month for March 2014
 Sigma Alpha Professional Sorority
o Outstanding Member for induction class of 2011 (2015)
o Outstanding Member for the 2013-2014 academic year
o Outstanding Sophomore for the 2012-2013 academic year
Leadership Activities
 Dairy Science Club
o Co-Chair of: Banquet (2014) Education (2013, 2014, 2015), VEISHA IMAC (2013), and
ADSA Apparel and Theme (2013)
 Sigma Alpha Professional Sorority
o Executive Board: Vice-President (2013), President (2014)
o Chair of: Apparel and Banquet (2012)
 St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
o Peer Minister for Music Outreach (2013, 2014)
o Retreat Leader (2013, 2014)
o Small Group Leader (2012, 2013)
 Teaching Assistant
o An Sci 235 (Fall 2014)
 Assisted with grading and taught lab classes
o Ag Eds 312 (Fall 2015, Spring 2016, Fall 2016)
 Taught class and help develop curriculum. Graded assignments.
Community Service
 St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
o Music Minister (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)
 Dairy Extension
o Farm Tours. Organize students and activities to help assist with tours of the ISU Dairy
Farm.
o Science Nights. Organize students and activities to teach local families at elementary
Science Nights.
o Ag in the Classroom. Prepare materials to teach children about dairy during normal
school hours and teach them in their classroom.
 Taught class and help develop curriculum. Graded assignments.
 Volunteer Work
o Food at First. Help prepare a meal once a month at a kitchen that serves the people of the
Ames community. (2014, 2015)
o Tutoring. Tutor elementary school students in the Ames area in math and reading. (2015)
 Dance Marathon (2013, 2014)
o Spirit Dancer – raised a total of $1000 for Children’s Miracle Network
References
Dr. Michael Retallick
Major Professor
msr@iastate.edu | 515-294-4810
Madeline Schultz
Women in Agriculture Supervisor
schultz@iastate.edu | 515-294-0588
Leslie Winters
Community Adviser Supervisor
lwinters@iastate.edu | 515-294-5360