Janina Kavetsky is a senior at Michigan State University studying animal science with a minor in sustainable agriculture. She has gained experience in scientific animal production, facility management, and agroecological practices through coursework, internships, and employment. Relevant experience includes working as a laboratory assistant conducting dairy cattle research and serving as secretary for the Animal Science Undergraduate Research Student Association. Additional experience includes volunteering at an animal hospital and working as a herd health assistant and therapeutic riding instructor. Kavetsky has also held employment as a cashier and sales associate at Walmart. She maintains affiliations with several agricultural organizations and has attended conferences focused on grass-fed agriculture, dairy science, agricultural communications, and Great Lakes

1. Janina R.W. Kavetsky
(517) 290-4026 kavetsk1@msu.edu or jkavetsky@yahoo.com American Society of Animal Science Member # 078070
Education:
Michigan State University, College of Agriculture and Natural Resource
B.S. Animal Science, Minor: Sustainable Agriculture Anticipated Graduation Fall 2016
 MSU Dean’s List- Fall 2014,Fall 2015 and
 Gained knowledge and hands on experience in scientific animal production, facility management and develo pment
of Agroecological practices in food production.
Agriculture Technology Program, Horse Management Certification Graduated Spring 2006
 MSU Director’s List (Honor Roll Ag Tech Program)-Fall 2005 and Spring 2006
 Developed knowledge and hands on experience in training, reproduction and management in the equine industry
Lansing Community College Fall 2007 to Summer 2014
General Associates
 LCC President’s List (Honor Roll)-Fall 2013 and Spring 2014
 Prerequisite Science, English, Math and Sign Language (ASL) courses.
Relevant Experience:
MSU Dairy Nutrition and Digestive Research Lab - Laboratory Assistant Spring 2015 to Present
 Assisted in the collection of research data and utilized Excel to compile and analyze relevant values
 Organized, inventoried and maintained clean laboratory tools, equipment and facilities.
 Handled dairy cows and heifers during sample collection (blood, fecal, and tissues biopsies)
 Processed samples, took hot weights as well as performed: NDF(fiber), starch,CP(protein), well plate reading,
calorimetry and GTT (glucose tolerance test) procedures.
 Received training in EHS, IACUC and MSDS procedures relevant to lab work and research.
Animal Science Undergraduate Research Student Association (ASURSA)-SecretaryFall 2014 to Present
 Responsible for organization of literature, recording and distributing meeting minutes, club email lists and meeting
announcements and keeping club records
 Participated in planning and hosting of club activities including ASURF (Animal Science Undergraduate Research
Forum) andrepresenting club at recruitment and promotion activities.
 Assisted in planning and participation in club fundraisers and community service events such as blood drives, and
work days at Fenner Nature Center.
 Participated in sample collection, data entry, feeding and handling sows for 2015 research project investigating
lactation and health effects of supplemental feeding fiber (wheat midds) to pre farrowing sows
Laingsburg Animal Hospital (Laingsburg, MI) - Volunteer2008 to 2010
 Restrained companion animals for veterinarian during appointments and medical procedures
 Cleaned and sanitized appointment rooms between patients
 Maintained health, sanitation and nutrition of in clinic small animal patients
 Monitored health, vital signs and recovery rate during and after surgery
Circle 6 Alpacas (Williamston, MI) - Herd Health Assistant 2005 to 2006
 Assisted with deworming, administering vaccinations and medications to alpaca breeding herd
 Sheared alpacas and llamas, trimmed hooves and weighed alpacas monitor health
 Cared for alpacas and other farm animals when owner was absent
 Tracked and recorded vital health information of farm animals
Beekman Therapeutic Riding Center-(Lansing, MI) - Facilitator2005 to 2006
 Monitored health and ensured proper nutrition of programhorses, ponies and donkeys
 Led horses and ensured safety during therapeutic and discipline based riding lessons
 Groomed, tacked up and ensured proper assistive equipment was utilized during therapeutic riding lessons
 Oversaw and directed volunteers who were supporting riders and side walking during lessons

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Additional Employment:
Okemos Wal-Mart (Okemos, MI) -Cashier (Promoted from Sales Associate) 2007 to 2015
 Wal-Mart Associate of the Month- February 2010
 Assisted customers in finding and purchasing products fromthe store, and performed cash transactions.
 Worked to ensure that customers are satisfied with their shopping experience.
 Trained new employees and informed customers of store promotions and financing options.
Affiliations& Educational Events:
Grassfed Exchange Conference- Attendant Fall 2015
 Attended scientific and industry related lectures, research presentations and workshops regarding grass fed
agriculture in production of beef, sheep,poultry and swine.
 Gained knowledge in implementation of stacked model enterprises,maximizing solar collection, grass fed finishing
strategies,as well at the financial aspects of transition from crop production to grazing operations.
American Dairy Science-American Society of Animal Science Joint AnnualMeeting-Attendant Summer 2015
 Attended research presentations,lectures,and symposiums relevant to the dairy industry.
 Learned about forage production, immunology, genetics,reproduction and dairy management presented by research
scientists and dairy industry leaders.
Engage Young Leaders Agricultural Communication Seminar-Participant Spring 2015
 Trained in skills relevant to communication and interaction with industry peers and consumers of food production.
 Gained knowledge in utilizing effective communication strategies to find common ground with consumers and
reestablish trust in modern agricultural food production.
 Developed communication methods on controversial issues such as; GMOs, CAFOs, agricultural impact upon the
environment, food integrity and animal welfare.
Great Lakes Conference- Attendant Spring 2014, 2015
 Gained knowledge in current research and conservation programs being employed throughout the great lakes.
 Learned about the impact; of urban development, pollution, invasive species, and other conservation challenges
upon flora and fauna in great lakes states.
United States Pony Club (USPC) - HB Level Graduate 1996 to 2011
 Active member of youth equestrian organization focused on education, leadership, horse management and
sportsmanship.
 Gained upper level national rating based upon; teaching skills, training technique, veterinary knowledge, horse
management as well as riding ability.
 Taught younger members, and helped run club meetings, competitions, ratings and fundraisers.
 Competed and represented the great lakes region in national championships in 2004, 2005, and 2007.

3. Janina R. W. Kavetsky