The ambassadors are students who serve as the leadership and public relations team for the Agriculture, Veterinary & Range Sciences programs. The 2023-24 academic year is the new launch of this organization, which will work to promote the department to prospective students, alumni, industry and government partners, donors, and other stakeholders.
Hi! My name is Joseph Burns, and I'm a sophomore from Las Vegas, Nevada, studying Veterinary Science and Wildlife Ecology & Conservation, with minors in Environmental Science and Analytical Chemistry. This is my second year as an AVRS Ambassador, and I’m passionate about connecting with prospective students and helping them in any way I can. I am also part of Nevada Student Ambassadors, an organization on campus responsible for conducting tours and providing information about the campus to prospective students. Additionally, I’m involved with the Pre-Vet and Tennis clubs here at the University. Outside of school and extracurriculars, I enjoy hanging out with friends, going to the gym, and playing pickleball and tennis.
I am a third-year student majoring in agriculture science with a plant emphasis, minoring in rangeland ecology. My love for plants blossomed as a child, grew while attending Elko High School and is now flourishing at the 性爱五色天. While attending the 性爱五色天, I’ve had opportunities to continue my journey by being an officer in the student chapter for the Society of Range Management, and a mentor for incoming students.
I am from California and in my last year at the 性爱五色天, Reno, pursuing secondary education and agricultural science studies. My goal is to become a high school agricultural teacher and FFA advisor, with a focus on educating the next generation of agriculturalists. Not only am I one of the ambassadors for the Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences department, but I also work as a peer mentor for the NevadaTeach Program in the College of Education an active member in the NevadaTeach STEM Club and Society of Range Management student organization. I have always loved the western industry and will continue to advocate for agriculture as I pursue my goals. Go Pack!
This is my first year serving as an AVRS ambassador, however, it’s my last year at the 性爱五色天, Reno. I will be graduating with a degree in veterinary science in the summer of 2025. As a first-generation college student, I am beyond excited to graduate and further my education in the veterinary field. I feel honored to represent not only University but the AVRS program as well. I’m also interested in environmental sciences and human medicine and how they intersect with the vet field. UNR has allowed me to explore my passion for the world while making a difference. I’ve had the opportunity to volunteer with underrepresented human and animal communities, aid in ecological research and fieldwork, and help new students transition into college.
I am a senior currently studying animal science at the 性爱五色天, Reno. My goal is to graduate and pursue my career in animal medicine by going to veterinary school. I love to travel and learn about life outside of what I know. I am hoping after graduation to move to Dublin Ireland to do just that!
I am an undergraduate in my sophomore year from Reno. I am studying Rangeland Ecology and Management with a minor in economic policy. While studying at the university, I have got the opportunity to work in the Stringham Rangeland Ecology Lab, where I get to see the application of what I am studying. After graduation, I plan to pursue a career in aviation.
Western National CDE Range Contest - Elko NV
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