Branches

Joint Constitution and Bylaws of the American Dairy Science Association–Midwest Branch and the American Society of Animal Science–Midwestern Section
Revised October 2018

1. The organizations are known as the Midwestern Section of the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS) and the Midwest Branch of the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA).
2. Purpose
   1. To advance research and education in the animal sciences through providing a regional forum for exchange of scientific and technical information and
   2. To promote interaction and collaboration among the animal industries, scientists, trainees, and students.
3. Membership
   1. Persons who are members of the parent organizations (ASAS and/or ADSA)are eligible for membership in the Midwestern Section and/or Midwest Branch.
   2. Members of either ASAS or ADSA that are associated with organizations in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin are automatically considered members unless they indicate differently. [NOTE: Members of ASAS that are associated with organizations outside the areas specified above who wish to be members of the Midwestern Section should request this change or addition through the Executive Director or ASAS.]
   3. Members of ASAS that are associated with organizations in Manitoba or Western Ontario, Canada, are automatically considered members unless they indicate differently.
   4. Student Affiliate Members of ADSA in the region shall be Student Affiliate Members of the Midwest Branch of ADSA.
4. Meeting
   1. The Midwestern Section of ASAS and the Midwest Branch of ADSA shall hold an annual, joint meeting at a time and place as selected by the Board of Directors, which shall be responsible for a program and shall make other necessary arrangements for the meeting.
   2. A two-thirds majority of the Board of Directors shall have the authority to cancel an annual meeting if circumstances make such action necessary ordesirable.
5. Governing Body
   1. Officers and Directors
      1. President, President Elect, Past President, and National Director elected by the membership of the Midwestern Section of ASAS, and the Secretary-Treasurer appointed from the Midwestern Section of ASAS membership by the Board of Directors.
      2. President, Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer, Past President, and a Regional Director elected by the membership of the Midwest Branch of ADSA.
      3. Director at Large elected by the joint membership of the Midwestern Section of ASAS and the Midwest Branch of ADSA.
      4. Officers must be current members of their respective societies (Midwest ASAS or ADSA) and the Director at Large may be a member of either, or both societies.
      5. The governing body of the joint societies is referred to as the Board of Directors and shall include officers and directors of both the Midwestern ASAS and the Midwest ADSA and the Director at Large.
   2. Terms of Office
      1. Officers of the Midwestern Section of ASAS: The President, Secretary-Treasurer, and President Elect shall hold office for one year, with the President Elect succeeding the President at the end of the regular year in office. The Past President shall hold office for one year immediately following their term of office as President. The National Director is elected for a three-year term.
      2. Officers of the Midwest Branch of ADSA: The Secretary-Treasurer, Vice–President, and President shall hold office for one year, with the Secretary-Treasurer becoming the Vice- President, the Vice-President becoming President, and the President becoming Past President automatically for the ensuing terms. The Regional Director is elected for a three-year term.
      3. At-Large Director: The At-Large Director shall serve a three-year term.
   3. Start of Term
      Terms of office for all officers will begin following the joint ASAS/ADSA Business Meeting held at the annual joint meeting of these regional societies.
   4. Responsibilities
      Officers of the Midwestern Section of ASAS, Midwest Branch of ADSA and the At-Large Director share the responsibilities associated with the joint function of these societies. Responsibilities are outlined in the Master Schedule of Activities and Task Assignments for the Officers and Directors of the Midwestern Section of ASAS and the Midwest Branch of ADSA.
6. Finances
   1. Although the Midwest Annual Meeting and the Midwest Board of Directors represents joint membership from ASAS and ADSA, the financial records shall be maintained by ASAS in accordance with Illinois and federal law with expenditures approved by the Midwest ASAS Secretary-Treasurer.
   2. The Executive Directors of ASAS and ADSA are responsible for submitting an annual report of finances to the Board of Directors at the Board Meeting preceding the Annual Meeting.
   3. The Board of Directors shall provide this annual report of finances to the membership for their approval at the annual business meeting of the joint societies held during the Annual Meeting.
   4. The parent societies (ASAS and ADSA) for each of the regional societies provide financial support to the Annual Meeting as specified in their Constitution and Bylaws.
   5. In the event of dissolution of either the Midwestern Section of ASAS or the Midwest Branch of ADSA, funds remaining in the treasury will be distributed to the parent societies as directed by the Midwest Board of Directors.
   6. A registration fee that is recommended by Executive Directors of ASAS and ADSA and approved by the Board of Directors shall be charged at the Annual Meeting sufficient to finance the expenses of the meeting that are not met from other funds.
7. Committees
   1. Program, standing, and special committees shall be formed and members appointed by the Board of Directors. Nominations for the Program Committee will be solicited from the Midwest ASAS and ADSA membership. Retiring Program Committee Chairs are encouraged to submit nominations. From these nominations the Midwest ASAS Assistant Program Chair, Midwest ASAS Program Chair, and Secretary–Treasurers of both the Midwest ASAS and Midwest ADSA will provide Program Committee membership recommendations to the Board of Directors.
8. Amendments
   1. A proposed amendment to the Constitution or Bylaws may originate from the Board of Directors or by petition signed by 25 members. Proposed amendments shall be distributed to the membership (via regular mail, email, or any other means deemed legal by the state of Illinois) at least 30 days prior to the Annual Meeting for balloting. To be counted, the ASAS headquarters staff must receive the ballot not later than14 days before the first day of the Annual Meeting. A two-thirds majority of the total ballots cast shall be required for the adoption of an amendment to the Constitution or the Bylaws.
   2. Changes in the ASAS’ or the ADSA’s Constitution and Bylaws may necessitate changes in this document, and in which case, the Board of Directors of the Midwestern ADSA/ASAS may originate the needed amendments to be voted upon by the membership.

BYLAWS

1. Election of Officers
   1. Nominating Committees
      1. The nominating committee for the Midwestern Section of ASAS will consist of the Past President, President, and President-Elect.
      2. The nominating committee for the Midwest Branch of ADSA will consist of the Past President, President, and President-Elect.
      3. If these persons are unable to serve in this role, the Board of Directors will appoint committee members as needed.
   2. Nominations and Appointments
      1. On an annual basis, the Midwest Section ASAS Nominations Committee will select two candidates for the position of President Elect.
      2. On an annual basis, the Midwestern Branch ADSA Nominations Committee will select two candidates for the position of Secretary-Treasurer. Every third year, this committee will select two candidates for the position of Director of Midwest Branch of ADSA.
      3. Annually, nominations will be solicited from the Midwest Section ASAS membership from which the Board of Directors will appoint an Assistant Program Chair. After their year of service, the Assistant Program Chair will become the Program Chair. After their year of service, the Program Chair will become Secretary–Treasurer. After their year of service, the Board of Directors may recommend to the Nominating Committee that the Secretary–Treasurer be placed on the ballot for President–Elect.
      4. Every 3rd year, the combined ASAS and ADSA Nominations Committee, with leadership from the chair of both committees, will select two candidates for the At-Large Director.
   3. Ballots and Appointments
      1. The election of officers shall be by ballot distributed (via regular mail, email, or any other means deemed legal by the state of Illinois) at least 30 days prior to the Annual Meeting. A brief biographical sketch, prepared by the nominee, will accompany the ballot. The ballot shall provide space for write-in candidates.
      2. The candidate receiving the largest number of votes shall be declared elected. In case of a tie vote, a runoff election will be held at the Midwest Annual Business Meeting.
      3. The Board of Directors shall fill, for the un-expired terms, all vacancies in elected positions.
2. Dissolution
   1. If, for any reason, it seems desirable to dissolve either regional society, a written statement from the Midwest Board of Directors to that effect shall be sent to all members of the Branch or Section with a ballot. If two-thirds or more of the ballots so indicate, the Branch or Section shall be dissolved.

Revised October 2018: Membership, Meeting, Governing Body, Terms of Office, Finances, Committees, Amendments, Election of Officers, Nominations and Appointments, Ballots and Appointments, Dissolution

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• J. G. Wiegert – Virginia Tech
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Outstanding Extension Specialist Award

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Outstanding Researcher Award

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Outstanding Teacher Award

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Tim S. Stahly Outstanding Swine Nutrition Midwest Graduate Student Award

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Young Animal Scientist Extension Award

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Young Animal Scientist Research Award

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• George A. Perry – South Dakota State University

Young Animal Scientist Teaching Award

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Outstanding Early Career Agribusiness Award

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National Pork Board Swine Innovation (Abstract) Award

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Dr. Tim S. Stahly Outstanding Swine Nutrition Midwest Graduate Student Award

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• Cassandra Jones – Iowa State University

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• Matthew Akins
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Des Moines, IA March 14-16, 2011

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Researcher Award

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• Kimberly A. Vonnahme – North Dakota State University

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Teacher Award

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• Sarah A. Wagner – North Dakota State University

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Extension Award

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• George A. Perry – South Dakota State University

Outstanding Early Career Agribusiness Award

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• Aaron M. Gaines – The Maschhoffs, Carlyle, IL

Innovation in Dairy Research Award

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• Daniel E. Graugnard – University of Illinois

2011 Young Dairy Scholars

• M. J. Aguerre – University of Wisconsin - Madison
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• G. L. Golombeski – University of Minnesota
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Animal Science Young Scholars

• J. R. Bergstrom – Kansas State University
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• A. M. Meyer – North Dakota State University
• B. W. Neville – North Dakota State University
• C. E. Phillips – University of Minnesota
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Tim S. Stahly Outstanding Swine Nutrition Midwest Graduate Student Award

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• J. R. Bergstrom – Kansas State University

Des Moines, IA March 15-17, 2010

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Researcher Award

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• Joel DeRouchey – Kansas State University

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Teacher Award

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• Kimberly A. Vonnahme – North Dakota State University

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Extension Award

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• Cody L. Wright – South Dakota State University

Outstanding Early Career Agribusiness Award

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• Daryl H. Kleinschmit – Agri-King, Inc.

Outstanding Early Career Agribusiness Award

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• Joel Spencer – JBS United, Inc.

Innovation in Dairy Research Award

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Abstract 310 Intestinal digestibility of amino acids in rumen undegraded corn silage using the mobile bag technique. S. M. Fredin*1, H. Lapierre2, N. L. Whitehouse1, and C. G. Schwab1, 1University of New Hampshire, Durham, 2Agriculture and Agri-Food, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada.

National Pork Board Swine Innovation Award

Sponsored by National Pork Board
Abstract 152 (Research Award) Effect of genotype on heat production and the net energy (NE) value of a corn-soybean meal-based diet. E. Kiarie* and C. M Nyachoti, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Abstract 174 (Research Award) Soybean meal level modifies the impact of high immune stress on growth and feed efficiency in pigs. M. E. Johnston1, R. D. Boyd*1, C. E. Zier-Rush1, and C. E. Fralick2, 1The Hanor Company, Franklin, KY, 2Swine-Tek Research, Van Wert, OH.

Abstract 66 (Education Award) Gateway serves as online clearinghouse for pork production information. M.T. See*1, K. Beeler2, M. Whitney3, G. Thome4, M. Swan5, M. Morrow1, Y. Li3, T. Baas6, B. Richert7, R. Knox8, S. Pohl9, A. Sutton7, S. Moeller10, J. Sterle11, P. Holden8, 1North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, USA, 2U.S. Pork Center of Excellence, Ames, IA, USA, 3University of Minnesota, Mankato, MN, USA, 4Riverland College, Austin, MN, USA, 5Washington State University, Pullman, WA, USA, 6Iowa State University, Ame, IA, USA, 7Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA, 8University of Illinois, Urbana, IL, USA, 9South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, USA, 10Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA, 11Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA, 12National Pork Board, Des Moines, IA, USA, 13North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND, USA.

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition – Oral Division

Sponsored by: Ralco Nutrition Inc.
1^st Abstract 337 - Effects of maternal nutritional plane and selenium supply on jejunal crypt cell proliferation and villous morphology in offspring at 20 days of age. S. I. Fry*1, A. M. Meyer1, J. J. Reed1, T. L. Neville1, J. B. Taylor2, L. P. Reynolds1, D. A. Redmer1, K. A. Vonnahme1, and J. S. Caton1, 1Center for Nutrition and Pregnancy, Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University, Fargo, 2USDA-ARS, U.S. Sheep Experiment Station, Dubois, ID.

2^nd Abstract 344 - Effects of maternal exercise during gestation on blood oxygen levels and gilt behavior. C. G. Jackson*, E. K. Harris, K. A. Vonnahme, and E. P. Berg, Department of Animal Sciences North Dakota State University, Fargo.

3^rd Abstract 338 - Evaluation of single nucleotide polymorphism markers on pig chromosomes 3 and 6 for potential associations with meat quality traits. M. J. Dawes*, R. O. Bates, N. E. Raney, J. P. Steibel, and C. W. Ernst, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition – Poster Division

Sponsored by ASAS ADSA MW Board
1^st Abstract 351 - Dietary additions of Mn reduced femur strength in young pigs fed diets with supplemental vitamin D but increased strength in pigs fed diets with no supplemental vitamin D. P. Strassburg*, D. K. Schneider, and T. D. Crenshaw, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

2^nd Abstract 350 - Use of ultrasound technology for the prediction of carcass yield grade of light weight, short-fed stocker cattle. S. J. Lawrence*1, S. E. Kreider1, J. J. Higgins1, D. A. Blasi1, L. Allen1, M. E. Dikeman2, M. P. Epp1, and P. Ritter2, 1Kansas State University, Manhattan, 2Cattle Performance Enhancement Company, Oakley, KS.

3^rd Abstract 354 - Effect of standing estrus prior to an injection of GnRH on steriodogenic enzyme expression in luteal tissue. K. L. Gebhart*, B. L. Perry, M. G. Gonda, C. L. Wright, R. C. Bott, and G. A. Perry, South Dakota State University, Department of Animal and Range Sciences, Brookings.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – M.S. Oral Division

Sponsored by DeKalb Feeds, Inc.
1^st Abstract 83 - Fatty acid profiles of pork fat are altered when ractopamine (Paylean), CLA and DDGS are fed. H. L. Evans*1, R. B. Hinson1, G. D. Gerlemann1, D. Pompeu1, S. N. Carr2, M. J. Ritter2, B. R. Wiegand1, G. L. Allee1, and R. D. Boyd3, 1University of Missouri.

2^nd Abstract 77 - Effect of chronic exposure of low levels of aflatoxin and deoxynivalenol on growth and immune status of pigs. A. C. Chaytor*1, M. T. See1, J. A. Hansen2, A. L. De Souza2, T. Middleton3, and S. W. Kim1, 1North Carolina State University, Raleigh, 2Murphy-Brown LLC, Rose Hill, NC, 3Ag ProVision LLC, Kenansville, NC.

3^rd Abstract 82 - Impact of maternal exercise on maternal body composition, fetal growth, and umbilical blood flow in the pig. E. K. Harris*, B. J. Bartling, T. L. Neville, J. D. Kirsch, J. D. Magolski, E. P. Berg, and K. A. Vonnahme, North Dakota State University, Fargo.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – M.S. Poster Division

Sponsored by Cargill Animal Nutrition
1^st Abstract 106 - Effects of re-ensiling corn silage or haylcrop silage with wet distillers grains with solubles on aerobic stability of feed mixtures. N. S. Schmelz*, M. M. Schutz, T. D. Nennich, R. P. Lemenager, D. Buckmaster, and S. S. Donkin, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN.

2^nd Abstract 103 - Acid marination for tenderness enhancement of the beef round. J. Hinkle*, C. Calkins, A. de Mello Jr., L. Senaratne, and S. Pokharel, University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

3^rd Abstract 104 - Effects of crystalline lactose on expression of sodium-dependent glucose transporter-1 mRNA and glucose transport in porcine jejunal epithelial cells. H. Tran*, P. S. Miller, and T. E. Burkey, University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – Ph.D. Oral Division

Sponsored by Akey
1^st Abstract 92 - Effects of creep diet complexity on individual consumption characteristics and growth performance of neonatal and weanling pigs. R. C. Sulabo*, M. D. Tokach, J. R. Bergstrom, J. M. DeRouchey, R. D. Goodband, S. S. Dritz, and J. L. Nelssen, Kansas State University, Manhattan.

2^nd Abstract 91 - Innate immune responses of bovine mammary epithelial cells triggered by toll-like receptor signaling are enhanced by 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3. C. D. Nelson*1,2, T. A. Reinhardt2, D. C. Beitz1, and J. D. Lippolis2, 1Iowa State University, Ames, 2National Animal Disease Center, USDA, Ames, IA.

3^rd Abstract 90 - Comparison of choice white grease and soybean oil for finishing pigs. Y. Liu*, D. Y. Kil, V. G. Perez-Mendoza, and J. E. Pettigrew, University of Illinois, Urbana.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – Ph.D. Poster Division

Sponsored by Cargill Animal Nutrition
1^st Abstract 111 - Mapping of intramuscular tenderness and muscle fiber orientation of major muscles in the beef round. L. Senaratne*, C. Calkins, A. de Mello Jr., S. Pokharel, and J. Hinkle, University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

2^nd Abstract 115 - Supranutritional selenium and nutritional plane during gestation do not affect cortisol production in lambs. L. A. Lekatz*, T. L. Neville, D. A. Redmer, L. P. Reynolds, J. S. Caton, and K. A. Vonnahme, North Dakota State University, Center for Nutrition and Pregnancy, Department of Animal Sciences, Fargo.

3^rd Abstract 114 - Effect of dietary clay on diarrhea of weaned pigs experimentally infected with a pathogenic E. coli. M. Song*1, J. A. Soares1, Y. Liu1, O. Osuna2, C. W. Maddox1, and J. E. Pettigrew1, 1University of Illinois, Urbana, 2Milwhite, Inc., Brownsville, TX.

2010 Young Dairy Scholars

• Bradley J. Heins – University of Minnesota
• Caleb O. Lemley – West Virginia University
• Claire D. Mikolayunas – University of Wisconsin
• Kamal Mjoun – South Dakota State University

Animal Science Young Scholars

• Jacqueline Atkins – University of Missouri
• Tung M. Che – University of Illinois
• Seema Hooda – University of Alberta
• Joshua A. Jendza – Purdue University
• Jenny S. Jennings – South Dakota State University
• Victor G. Perez – University of Illinois
• Rosangela Poletto – Purdue University

Tim S. Stahly Outstanding Swine Nutrition Midwest Graduate Student Award

Sponsored by Tim S. Stahly Memorial and Tribute Fund

• Rodney Hinson, University of Missouri

Academic Quadrathlon

Fourteen teams competed in the 2010 Midwest Academic Quadrathlon, and Michigan State University took top honors. The top 4 teams in each division are shown below:

Des Moines, IA March 16-18, 2009

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Researcher Award

Sponsored by DSM Nutritional Products, Inc.

• Galen E. Erickson – University of Nebraska

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Teacher Award

Sponsored by ADM Alliance Nutrition, Inc.

• Bryon R. Wiegand – University of Missouri

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Extension Award

Sponsored by Land O'Lakes, Purina Mills LLC

• Paul S. Kuber – The Ohio State University

Innovation in Dairy Research Award

Sponsored by Land O’Lakes, Purina Mills LLC
Abstract 35 Genetic regulation of milk fatty acid composition: developing tools for use in selection. R. A. Natikov*¹, J. P. Schoonmaker¹, J. M. Reecy¹, D. Moody-Spurlock¹, J. Minick-Bormann², K. J. Koehler¹, and D. C. Beitz¹, ¹Iowa State University, Ames, ²Kansas State University, Manhattan.

National Pork Board Swine Innovation Award

Sponsored by National Pork Board
Abstract 94 Research Award - Energy determination of corn coproducts fed to finishing pigs and use of in vitro OM digestibility to predict in vivo ME. P. V. Anderson*¹, B. J. Kerr², and G. C. Shurson³, ¹Iowa State University, Ames, ²USDA-ARS Swine Odor and Manure Management Research Unit, Ames, IA, ³University of Minnesota, St. Paul.

Abstract 31 Research Award - Growth and efficiency of pigs selected for residual feed intake on restricted and ad libitum diets. N. Boddicker*, N. Gabler, M. Spurlock, and J. C. M. Dekkers, Iowa State University, Ames.

Abstract 68 Education Award - Construction resource use by swine facilities: Gestation and grow-finish. P. J. Lammers*, M. S. Honeyman, J. D. Harmon, J. B. Kliebenstein, and M. J. Helmers, Iowa State University, Ames.

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition – Oral Division

Sponsored by Kent Feeds, Inc.
1^st Abstract 315 - Determination of amino acids digestibility and calculated energy values for a high-protein sorghum DDGS in growing pigs. H. L. Frobose*, J. Y. Jacela, J. M. DeRouchey, S. S. Dritz, M. D. Tokach, J. L. Nelssen, and R. D. Goodband, Kansas State University, Manhattan.

2^nd Abstract 311 - Effects of nutritional plane and selenium supply during gestation on milk yield and composition in ewes. L. J. Garbel*¹, A. M. Meyer¹, J. J. Reed¹, T. L. Neville¹, J. D. Kirsch¹, W. L. Keller¹, R. M. Weigl¹, J. B. Taylor², L. P. Reynolds¹, J. S. Luther¹, D. A. Redmer¹, J. S. Caton¹, and K. A. Vonnahme¹, ¹North Dakota State University, Fargo, ²USDA-ARS, U.S. Sheep Experiment Station, Dubois, ID.

3^rd Abstract 313 - Lean gain in Suffolk ram lambs relative feed efficiency and cost. E. C. Westover*¹, A. B. Culham¹, G. M. Hill¹, A. L. Bushman¹, J. E. Link¹, J. L. Hayes¹, and M. E. Benson², ¹Michigan State University, E. Lansing, ²Washington State University, Pullman.

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition – Poster Division

Sponsored by ASAS ADSA MW Board
1^st Abstract 322 - Dietary additions of flaxseed compromised skeletal growth in young pigs. E. J. Ince*, B. T. Kook, D. K. Schneider, and T. D. Crenshaw, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

2^nd Abstract 321 - Influence of pre-cyropreservation pH and temperature on boar semen quality. N. E. Tharp*¹, P. Purdy², H. Blackburn², S. Spiller², and T. S. Stewart¹, ¹Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, ²USDA-ARS-NCGRP, National Animal Germplasm Program, Fort Collins, CO.

3^rd Abstract 324 - Effect of feeding yeast culture in the diets of late gestation and lactating sows and gilts on sow and litter performance. C. Stangohr*¹, T. Kellner², G. Fitzner³, J. Sonderman⁴, and C. Hostetler¹, ¹South Dakota State University, Brookings, ²University of Nebraska, Lincoln, ³Diamond V, Cedar Rapids, IA, ⁴Danbred North America, Columbus, NE.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – M.S. Oral Division

Sponsored by DeKalb Feeds, Inc.
1^st Abstract 81 - Effect of maternal diet on fetal:maternal ratio of circulating amino acids, non-esterified fatty acids, blood urea nitrogen, and glucose concentrations in ewes. L. A. Lekatz*¹, G. Wu², L. P. Reynolds¹, D. A. Redmer¹, J. S. Caton¹, and K. A. Vonnahme¹, ¹North Dakota State University, Fargo, ²Texas A&M University, College Station.

2^nd Abstract 82 - Use of microarray to determine genes differentially expressed in muscle and subcutaneous fat of heifers never treated or considered chronically morbid after a 63-d preconditioning program. J. Johnson*, D. R. Stein, L. O. Burciaga-Robles, B. P. Holland, D. L. Step, U. DeSilva, and C. R. Krehbiel, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater.

3^rd Abstract 86 - Effects of subacute dietary nitrate on production and gene expression in Suffolk ewes. R. R. Cockrum*¹, K. J. Austin¹, P. A. Ludden¹, J. F. Taylor², S. C. Fahrenkrug³, J. R. Garbe³, and K. M. Cammack¹, ¹University of Wyoming, Laramie, ²University of Missouri, Columbia, ³University of Minnesota, St. Paul.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – M.S. Poster Division

Sponsored by Cargill Animal Nutrition
1^st Abstract 112 - Effects of crude glycerin on feedlot performance and carcass characteristics of finishing wether lambs. P. Gunn*¹, M. Neary¹, R. Lemenager¹, and S. Lake², ¹Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, ²University of Wyoming, Laramie.

2^nd Abstract 107 - Working chute behavior of feedlot cattle can be an indication of cattle temperament and beef carcass composition and quality. N. L. Hall*, V. L. Anderson, K. R. Carlin, J. C. Galbreath, and E. P. Berg, North Dakota State University, Fargo.

3^rd Abstract 114 - Feeding value of wet distillers grains for lactating dairy cows when co-ensiled with corn silage or haycrop silage. N. S. Schmelz*, S. L. Lake, R. P. Lemenager, D. Buckmaster, M. M. Schutz, and S. S. Donkin, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – Ph.D. Oral Division

Sponsored by Akey
1^st Abstract 97 - Sequence diversity in shrimp species and how to exploit it. D. M. Gorbach*, Z.-L. Hu, Z.-Q. Du, and M. F. Rothschild, Iowa State University, Ames.

2^nd Abstract 102 - Effects of growing diet composition on abundance of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma-2 in beef cattle adipose tissue. J. S. Jennings*, J. A. Clapper, A. D. Weaver, and A. E. Wertz-Lutz, South Dakota State University, Brookings.

3^rd Abstract 95 - Effects of nutritional plane and selenium supply on intestinal mass and mRNA expression of angiogenic factors and their receptors in the ewe and neonatal lamb. A. M. Meyer*¹, T. L. Neville¹, J. J. Reed¹, J. B. Taylor², L. P. Reynolds¹, D. A. Redmer¹, K. A. Vonnahme¹, and J. S. Caton¹, ¹North Dakota State University, Fargo, ²USDA-ARS, U.S. Sheep Experiment Station, Dubois, ID.

Graduate Student Paper Competition – Ph.D. Poster Division

Sponsored by Cargill Animal Nutrition
1^st Abstract 116 - Determination of the contributions of cytochrome P450 2C (CYP2C) and 3A (CYP3A) to the hepatic catabolism of progesterone. C. O. Lemley* and M. E. Wilson, West Virginia University, Morgantown.

2009 Young Dairy Scholar

• Rafael A. Nafikov – Iowa State University

Tim S. Stahly Outstanding Swine Nutrition Midwest Graduate Student Award

Sponsored by Tim S. Stahly Memorial and Tribute Fund

• Tung M. Che – University of Illinois

Academic Quadrathlon

Fourteen teams competed in the Academic Quadrathlon, and Kansas State University team took top honors. The top 4 teams in each division are shown below:

Des Moines, IA March 17-19, 2008

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Researcher Award

Sponsored by DSM Nutritional Products, Inc.

• James M. Reecy – Iowa State University

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Teacher Award

Sponsored by ADM Alliance Nutrition, Inc.

• Henry N. Zerby – The Ohio State University

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Extension Award

Sponsored by Land O'Lakes, Purina Mills LLC

• Joel M. DeRouchey – Kansas State University

ASAS/ADSA Outstanding Young Agribusiness Award

Sponsored by ExSeed Genetics

• Jason C. Woodworth – Lonza, Inc.

INNOVATION IN DAIRY RESEARCH AWARD

Sponsored by Land O’Lakes, Purina Mills LLC
Abstract 229 Regulatory role of the novel oocyte specific gene JY-1 in control of granulosa cell function and early embryonic development in cattle. A. Bettegowda*, and G.W. Smith, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD RESEARCH AWARD

Abstract 147 Dietary inclusion of colicin E1 prevents post weaning diarrhea in a seeder challenge model. S. A. Cutler*1, N. A. Cornick1, S. M. Lonergan¹, and C. H. Stahl², ¹Iowa State University, Ames, ²North Carolina State University, Raleigh.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD EDUCATION AWARD

Abstract 158 Effects of adding increasing levels of corn dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) to corn-soybean meal diets on pork fat quality of growing-finishing pigs. G. Xu*¹, S. K. Baidoo¹, L. J. Johnston¹, J. E. Cannon², D. Bibus¹, and G. C. Shurson¹, ¹University of Minnesota, St. Paul, ²Hormel Foods, Austin, MN.

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition - Oral Division

Sponsored by Murphy-Brown LLC, Western Operations

• Abstract 299 1^st Blaire L. Varnes
• Abstract 294 2^nd Whitney V. Haux
• Abstract 288 3^rd Andrea K. Schwarz

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition - Poster Division

Sponsored by ASAS ADSA MW Board

• Abstract 301 Todd Marlo
• Abstract 302 Paula Matuszak
• Abstract 303 Jake D. Lee
• Abstract 304 Delia S. Stoner

Graduate Student Paper Competition - M.S. Oral Division

• Abstract 92 1^st Jaclyn M. Mapes
• Abstract 84 2^nd Laura Eastwood
• Abstract 90 3^rd Dawn Elkins

Graduate Student Paper Competition - M.S. Poster Division

• Abstract 106 1^st Nicholas R. Bork
• Abstract 108 2^nd Christopher Fleenor
• Abstract 104 3^rd Bradley Galbreath

Graduate Student Paper Competition - Ph.D. Oral Division

• Abstract 102 1^st Elijah Kjarie
• Abstract 95 2^nd Jonathan P. Holt
• Abstract 97 3^rd Mark E. Corrigan

Graduate Student Paper Competition - Ph.D. Poster Division

• Abstract 112 1^st Beau A. Peterson
• Abstract 113 2^nd Sender Lkhagvadorj
• Abstract 111 3^rd Amilton S. de Mello Junior

2008 Young Dairy Scholars

• Kasey Moyes, University of Illinois
• Benjamin W. Pamp, South Dakota State University
• Mary Raeth-Knight, University of Minnesota
• Elizabeth Karcher, Iowa State University
• Jeffrey Bewley, Purdue University
• Anil Bettegowda, Michigan State University

Academic Quadrathlon

Eleven teams competed in the Academic Quadrathlon, and Kansas State University team took top honors. The top 4 teams in each division are shown below:

Des Moines, IA March 19-21, 2007

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Researcher Award

Sponsored by DSM Nutritional Products, Inc.

• James C. (Jamie) Matthews – University of Kentucky

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Teacher Award

Sponsored by Archer Daniels Midland Company

• Kelly W. Bruns – South Dakota State University

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Extension Award

Sponsored by Land O'Lakes, Purina Mills LLC

• Graham Clifford Lamb – University of Minnesota

ASAS/ADSA Outstanding Young Agribusiness Award

Sponsored by ExSeed Genetics

• Murray J. Pettitt – Prairie Swine Centre, Inc.

INNOVATION IN DAIRY RESEARCH AWARD

Sponsored by Land O’Lakes, Purina Mills LLC
Abstract 63 Evaluation of carnitine for fatty liver prevention in dairy cows. D. B. Carlson* and J. K. Drackley, University of Illinois, Urbana.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD RESEARCH AWARD

Abstract 40 Genetic analysis of incidence of porcine circovirus associated disease (PCVAD) in a composite swine population. J. S. Bates*, A. R. Doster, and R. K. Johnson, University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD RESEARCH AWARD

Abstract 219 Effects of feeding corn-soybean meal diets containing 10% corn dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) on pork fat quality of growing-finishing pigs under commercial production conditions. G. Xu*¹, G. C Shurson¹, E. Hubly², B. Miller² and B. de Rodas², ¹University of Minnesota, St. Paul, ²Land O’Lands/Purina Feed.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD EDUCATION AWARD

Abstract 319 Characteristics of U.S. boar studs. T. Safranski*, University of Missouri, Columbia.

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition

Sponsored by Murphy-Brown LLC, Western Operations

• Abstract 340 1^st Brian H. Godsey
• Abstract 337 2^nd Jaymelynn Johnson
• Abstract 332 3^rd Monica VanKlompenberg
• Abstract 336 3^rd Adam Shreck

Graduate Student Paper Competition - M.S. Oral Division

Sponsored by Dekalb Feeds, Inc.

• Abstract 93 1^st Pedro Urriola
• Abstract 91 2^nd Allison Meyer
• Abstract 84 3^rd Mini Bharathan

Graduate Student Paper Competition - Ph.D. Oral Division

Sponsored by Akey

• Abstract 100 1^st Ryan Dilger
• Abstract 96 2^nd Kari Saddoris
• Abstract 94 3^rd Sara Cutler

Graduate Student Paper Competition - M.S. Poster Division

Sponsored by ASAS ADSA Midwest Section

• Abstract 308 1^st Penny Nester
• Abstract 248 2^nd Caleb Lemley
• Abstract 300 3^rd Kamal Mjoun

Graduate Student Paper Competition - Ph.D. Poster Division

Sponsored by Cargill Animal Nutrition

• Abstract 304 1^st Nick DiLorenzo
• Abstract 317 2^nd Jill Koch
• Abstract 57 3^rd Igseo Choi

Academic Quadrathlon

Fifteen teams competed in the Academic Quadrathlon, and the team from Michigan State University took top honors. The top 4 teams in each division are shown below:

Des Moines, IA March 20-22, 2006

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Researcher Award

Sponsored by DSM Nutritional Products, Inc.

• Andrea S. Cupp – University of Nebraska

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Teacher Award

Sponsored by Archer Daniels Midland Company

• Bryan A. Reiling – University of Nebraska

Young Animal/Dairy Science Leader Outstanding Extension Award

Sponsored by Land O'Lakes, Purina Mills LLC

• Paul M. Fricke – University of Wisconsin, Madison

ASAS/ADSA Outstanding Young Agribusiness Award

Sponsored by ExSeed Genetics

• Thomas E. Sauber – Pioneer, A DuPont Company

INNOVATION IN DAIRY RESEARCH AWARD

Sponsored by Land O’Lakes, Purina Mills LLC
Abstract 273 Effects of varying dry period length on lactation performance, efficiency of production and reproduction and energy status of dairy cattle. R. Rastani* and R. Grummer, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD RESEARCH AWARD

Abstract 236 Additive and dominance genetic effects on sow longevity. T. Serenius*, T. Baas, and K. Stalder, Iowa State University, Ames.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD EDUCATION AWARD

Abstract 203 PorkBridge®: An on-farm delivered extension program. M. Brumm*¹, D. Levis^1,2, and D. Ricker², ¹University of Nebraska, Concord, ²The Ohio State University, Columbus.

NATIONAL PORK BOARD RESEARCH AWARD

Abstract 149 Selection for intramuscular fat in Duroc swine: Correlated response in eating quality traits. N. Berry*, C. Schwab, T. Baas, and K. Stalder, Iowa State University, Ames.

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition I

Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.

• Abstract 34 1st Leah D. Holmes
• Abstract 31 2nd Cassandra Benz
• Abstract 35 3rd Katie A. Cook

Undergraduate Student Paper Competition II

Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.

• Abstract 52 1st Robyn Schnobrich
• Abstract 44 2nd Miranda D. Vieson
• Abstract 38 3rd Shantel Julius

Graduate Student Paper Competition - M.S.

Sponsored by Dekalb Feed, Inc.

• Abstract 10 1st Daniel M. Larson
• Abstract 13 2nd Matt Luebbe
• Abstract 7 3rd Mark Corrigan

Graduate Student Paper Competition - Ph.D.

Sponsored by Akey

• Abstract 27 1st Milton Gorocica-Buenfil
• Abstract 22 2nd David B. Edwards
• Abstract 24 3rd Kelly R. Brown

Academic Quadrathlon

Fifteen teams competed in the Academic Quadrathlon, and the team from Michigan State University took top honors. The top 4 teams in each division are shown below:

Outstanding Extension Specialist Award

Outstanding Researcher Award

OUTSTANDING TEACHER AWARD

AGRIBUSINESS AWARD

INNOVATION IN DAIRY RESEARCH AWARD

NATIONAL PORK BOARD INNOVATION AWARD

*Education
** Research

PAST WINNERS OF INVITATIONAL COMPETITIVE RESEARCH PAPER AWARDS

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ORAL COMPETITION

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS POSTER COMPETITION

GRADUATE STUDENTS ORAL COMPETITION

*M.S. Division
**Ph.D. Division

GRADUATE STUDENTS POSTER COMPETITION

*M.S. Division
**Ph.D. Division

YOUNG DAIRY SCHOLARS

PAST WINNERS OF UNDERGRADUATE CONTEMPORARY ISSUES COMPETITION

ASAS MIDWESTERN SECTION PRESIDENTS

ADSA MIDWEST BRANCH PRESIDENTS

THE NORTHEAST SECTION OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANIMAL SCIENCE AND THE NORTHEAST BRANCH OF THE AMERICAN DAIRY SCIENCE ASSOCIATION CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS OF THE COMBINED ORGANIZATION

Proposed June 14, 2002
Adopted July 24, 2002

ARTICLE I
Preamble

Preamble. Viable animal-related industries depend on discovery, dissemination, and application of new knowledge. These activities can be fostered by coordination on a regional basis in a collegial but formal atmosphere. A forum of university, industry, and government personnel will provide for interactions among individuals involved in research, teaching, extension, governmental services and industry applications to define and understand problems and to contribute to their solutions.

ARTICLE II
Name

This organization shall be known as the Northeast Section of the American Society of Animal Science and the Northeast Branch of the American Dairy Science Association Combined Organization and shall be known by the acronym "NEASAS/ADSA".

ARTICLE III
Purposes

1. To provide a meeting of academic, industry, and government personnel for discussion of the science and industry of animal production and product manufacturing, especially those pertaining to the northeastern region of the United States.
2. To provide a meeting for the presentation of scientific papers.
3. To stimulate graduate and undergraduate student participation in a scientific meeting in their field of interest.
4. To recognize the accomplishments of outstanding professionals in the Northeast region.

ARTICLE IV
Membership

All members of the American Society of Animal Science and the American Dairy Science Association working in Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Eastern Canada shall automatically be considered Members of this combined organization.

Any member of the national associations living or working outside the specified area who wishes to have the privileges of membership may so indicate to the Secretary-Treasurer.

The membership dues shall be fixed by the national associations.

ARTICLE V
Officers

The officers (3) shall be President, Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer. These officers shall act as the Executive Committee.

The President shall preside at business meetings of the NEASAS/ADSA and of the Executive Committee.

The Vice President shall function as President in the absence of the President.

The Secretary-Treasurer shall record minutes of the meetings of the NEASAS/ADSA and the Executive Committee and record all financial transactions of the combined organization. He/she shall approve transactions of funds and shall also ensure that minutes and financial reports of the NEASAS/ADSA are maintained in archives at the Business Offices of the national associations.

The Executive Committee shall be responsible for any business that needs to be transacted between the annual meetings. They shall also be responsible, through delegation to committees, for arrangements for the annual meetings, including programs, sponsorship and facilities.

The Executive Committee shall fill, for the unexpired terms, all vacancies in elective positions. The President shall fill vacancies in appointive positions.

ARTICLE VI
Meetings

An annual meeting shall be held in conjunction with the joint national meeting of the parent organizations. The Executive Committee shall retain the authority to select an alternative time and location for the annual meeting should there be compelling reasons to do so. The annual meeting shall include a business meeting of the NEASAS/ADSA. Sponsorship of meetings, awards or activities organized during the meetings shall be sought. The Executive Committee shall have the authority to cancel an annual meeting if circumstances make such action necessary or desirable.

ARTICLE VII
Committees

The President with the advice of the Executive Committee, shall be empowered to appoint such committees as are considered desirable to carry out special functions.

Nominating Committee. A committee of three members shall be appointed within two months after the new officers have taken office. The objective of the Nominating Committee is to select two nominees for the office of Secretary-Treasurer and report the results to the membership.

ARTICLE VIII
Amendments

This Constitution or Bylaws may be amended or repealed at the annual meeting by a vote of two-thirds of the members present, provided that the proposed amendment or repeal shall be stated in writing to all members of the NEASAS/ADSA at least one month preceding the annual meeting.

BYLAWS
ARTICLE I

Financial Support

1. Contributions from the parent organizations shall be requested each year to help defray expenses associated with the annual meeting.
2. If necessary, a registration fee shall be charged at the annual meeting sufficient to cover expenses not adequately covered by the contributions of parent organizations or other contributors.

ARTICLE II
Election of Officers

The Nominating Committee will be responsible for selection of two candidates willing to serve as Secretary-Treasurer. The nominees for Secretary-Treasurer will alternate with regard to their primary national organization membership, such that every other year the nominees will be members of ADSA and in alternate years they will be members of ASAS. Election will be by ballot to members of the NEASAS/ADSA as distributed by the current Secretary-Treasurer. The candidate receiving the largest number of votes shall be declared elected. In the case of a tie vote, a run-off election will be held at the annual meeting.

The Vice President automatically will become President for the ensuing term.

The Secretary-Treasurer automatically will become Vice President for the ensuing term.

New officers will take office at the conclusion of the annual meeting following their election and continue through the next annual meeting for a term of approximately one year.

ARTICLE III
Adoption

This Constitution and Bylaws will take effect upon adoption by the membership as indicated by a majority of those voting at the annual meeting.

ARTICLE IV
Dissolution

If for any reason, it seems desirable to dissolve the NEASAS/ADSA, a written statement to that effect shall be sent to all members, along with a ballot. If two-thirds or more of the ballots so indicate, the NEASAS/ADSA shall be dissolved. Any monies remaining in the treasury shall be divided equally between the American Dairy Science Association and the American Society of Animal Science.

2021 Award Winners

Distinguished Service Award

Kristen E. Govoni, University of Connecticut

Dr. Kristen E. Govoni earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. (2003) degrees in Animal Science from the University of Connecticut (UConn). Her postdoctoral training was at the Musculoskeletal Disease Center in the Jerry L. Pettis VA Medical Center in Loma Linda, CA. Dr. Govoni joined the faculty in the Department of Animal Science at UConn in 2008 and her laboratory’s current research focuses on understanding growth and development at the cellular level to identify methods to improve animal health and efficiency of production. Dr. Govoni has secured over $1.9 million in funding, published 42 peer-reviewed papers, and mentored 14 graduate students as primary advisor and 15 as associate advisor. She has served as Northeast Section Director since 2016, ASAS Publications Committee Chair since 2016, member of the organizing committee for Perinatal Biology Symposium (2022), Section Editor for the Journal of Animal Science from 2013-2016, and coordinator for Northeast Graduate Poster competition from 2008-2016.

Young Scientist Award – Educator

Danielle N. Smarsh, The Pennsylvania State University

Dr. Danielle Smarsh received an Honors Degree with Distinction B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Delaware in 2008. She then completed a Ph.D. degree in Equine Exercise Physiology at Rutgers University under the guidance of Dr. Carey Williams. In 2013, Dr. Smarsh was hired as an Assistant Professor of Animal Science in the Animal Science Department at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF). At UWFR she taught a number of classes including animal physiology and equine production. In 2018, Dr. Smarsh joined the Department of Animal Science at Penn State University, where she currently serves as an Equine Extension Specialist and Assistant Professor of Equine Science. Dr. Smarsh coordinates, hosts, and speaks at workshops and events across the state of Pennsylvania on topics including horse health and care, equine nutrition, and pasture management. She also teaches several classes at Penn State, including equine exercise physiology and embedded study abroad courses.

2019 Award Winners

Distinguished Service Award

Terry D. Etherton – The Pennsylvania State University

Dr. Etherton received a B.S. degree (1971) in Agricultural Science and an M.S. degree (1974) in Animal Science, both from the University of Illinois. He received a Ph.D. degree in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota (1978) and was an NIH Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University from 1978-79. In 1979, Dr. Etherton joined the Department of Dairy & Animal Science at Penn State as an Assistant Professor and rapidly rose through the faculty ranks. He was named a Distinguished Professor of Animal Nutrition in 1996,and has served as Head of the Department (now Animal Science) since 1 May 1998. Dr. Etherton is internationally recognized for his research in the area of endocrine regulation of animal growth and nutrient metabolism and was the first to establish that administration of recombinantly-derived porcine growth hormone to growing pigs improved growth rate, increased muscle mass and decreased body fat. He has served as the president of ASAS (2003-04) and FASS (2005-06).

Young Scientist Award - Educator

Samuel David Alcaine – Cornell University

Dr. Samuel Alcaine is an Assistant Professor at Cornell University. He has a BS from the University of Maryland (2002), an MS from Cornell University (2007), and a PhD from the University of Massachusetts (2016). At Cornell, he has led and participated in 17 workshops, reaching over 300 dairy professionals. His lectures are highly valued by attendees, who find Dr. Alcaine a very effective and innovative educator. He has a very active research program that uses protective bacterial cultures and enzymes to address dairy food waste and safety, and has received an impressive number of research grants from federal and state agencies. He has already published several research papers and technical articles relevant to the dairy industry, and is often asked to give interviews to the press on issues that are important to the dairy industry. He is very very engaged with various dairy associations, and is already recognized as one of the emerging leaders in dairy education and research in the US.

2018 Award Winners

Distinguished Service Award

Richard A. Erdman – University of Maryland

Dr. Rich Erdman served as Chair of the Department of Animal and Avian Sciences from 1999 to 2007 and has been member of the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) for more than 40 years. He has served ADSA in many capacities including service on several standing committees, as a member of the editorial board and as routine reviewer for the Journal of Dairy Science. Rich served as host institution chair for the ADSA Annual Meeting that was held at the University of Maryland in June of 1993. Dr. Erdman served as Co-Chair of the ADSA Discovery Conference on Feed Efficiency in 2013. He was chair of the Production Division of ADSA in 1993 and finally served as a member of the ADSA Board of Directors from 2010 to 2013. Dr. Erdman was member of the National Research Council’s: Nutrient Requirements of Dairy Cattle that authored the 7th revised edition published in 2001 and is chair of the current committee completing the 8th revised edition. Rich has trained 30 graduate students and taught several nutrition courses. He has published nearly 100 articles in scientific journals, a majority published in the Journal of Dairy Science, and has received multiple awards for his contributions.

Young Scientist Award - Educator

Jonathan A. Campbell – The Pennsylvania State University

Dr. Campbell began his career in the meat industry in 1998 while working as an Animal Science undergraduate student in the Meat Laboratory at Clemson University. From 2000 – 2006, Jonathan served as the Meat Laboratory Manager. Jonathan then accepted a full-time extension associate and research position and joined the meat science group at Iowa State University. Campbell worked in Ames from 2006-2013, where he gained valuable knowledge and extensive experience in the area of processed meats and food safety. Jonathan then joined the Animal Science faculty at Penn State University on July 1, 2013 where he currently serves as the Extension Meat Specialist hosting numerous workshops and short courses annually. Campbell is also closely tied to meat and food processors in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern U.S. and works on validating the safety of various processed meat items, specifically artisanal salumi and charcuterie style products.

Young Scientist Award – Research

Joseph W. McFadden – Cornell University

Dr. Joseph W. McFadden is the recipient of the 2018 Northeast ADSA-ASAS Young Scientist Award for Research. In 2003, Dr. McFadden received a B.S. degree with Distinction in Research from the Department of Animal Science at Cornell University in the lab of Dr. Dale Bauman. He then completed a M.S. degree in Animal Sciences under the advisement of Dr. James Drackley at the University of Illinois, and a Ph.D. degree in Dairy Science at Virginia Tech with guidance from Dr. Benjamin Corl. After his doctoral training, Dr. McFadden joined the postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Neuroscience and the Center for Metabolism and Obesity Research at Johns Hopkins Medicine where he received training in mass spectrometry-based lipidomics. In 2012, Dr. McFadden joined the faculty at West Virginia University as an Assistant Professor of Biochemistry in the Division of Animal and Nutritional Sciences where he applied lipidomics as a means to biochemically map the bovine lipidome and reveal the sphingolipid ceramide as an associative and causative biomarker of insulin antagonism in dairy cattle. In 2017, Dr. McFadden joined the faculty in the Department of Animal Science at Cornell University as an Assistant Professor of Dairy Cattle Biology and the Northeast Agribusiness and Feed Alliance Faculty Fellow. Throughout his early faculty career, Dr. McFadden has secured more than $1.5 million in support from organizations including the United States Department of Agriculture, National Science Foundation, the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research, and industry partners. He has published 20 peer-reviewed papers, 71 conference abstracts, presented 24 invited talks, and overseen 11 graduate student and postdoctoral programs. Joe is currently exploring new nutritional approaches to mimic somatotropin action and mitigate fatty liver disease in dairy cattle and developing a course in Nutritional Physiology and Biochemistry.

2017 Award Winners

Distinguished Service Award

Thomas Hoagland – University of Connecticut
Dr. Thomas Hoagland grew up South East of Boston and learned to enjoy animals at a young age. He earned his B.S. in 1973 and his M.S. in 1975 from the University of Connecticut. He completed his PhD in 1979 from Oklahoma State University. After completing a post doc at Purdue University, he returned to the University of Connecticut as an assistant professor in 1980. At the University of Connecticut, Dr. Hoagland has taught Livestock Production and livestock evaluation courses and has been advisor to the Block and Bridle Club and to AGR for many years. In addition, he has organized programs throughout New England that focus on Livestock Production. He has been the president of the Northeast Division of ASAS, the national director to the ASAS national board, and the treasurer of the ASAS. Dr. Hoagland has been active in companion animal activities throughout New England.

Northeast Graduate Student Video Competition

First Place

Investigating the effects of poor maternal nutrition on lamb inflammation
Amanda Jones, University of Connecticut

Second Place

The effects of poor maternal nutrition during gestation on the number of Pax7(+) myogenic progenitor cells
Mary Wynn, University of Connecticut

Third Place

Emissions intensity: understanding the environmental impact of selection in dairy cattle
Caeli Richardson – University of Guelph

Young Scientist Award - Educator

Tara Felix – Pennsylvania State University
Dr. Felix grew up in Northwestern Pennsylvania where her family raised predominantly dairy goats, but also hogs, rabbits and a variety of poultry. She received her bachelor’s degree in Animal Bioscience from Penn State University in 2006. She completed her Master’s degree in ruminant mineral nutrition at the University of Florida under Dr. Lee McDowell and her PhD in beef cattle nutrition at The Ohio State University under Dr. Steven Loerch. Dr. Felix then began her career as an Assistant Professor of Beef Cattle Feedlot Nutrition and Management in the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois in September 2011. While at the University of Illinois, Tara investigated the impacts of feeding a variety of co-products to beef cattle on ruminal metabolism, growth performance, and feedlot economics. In January 2016 she decided to pursue her passion for education in a teaching and Extension appointment in the Department of Animal Science at Penn State. Dr. Felix has published 39 peer-reviewed articles in under 10 years and has also mentored 8 master’s students and 3 doctoral candidates, as well as undergraduate students. Her student’s have successfully presented their scientific research in 33 abstracts. Dr. Felix has also published 13 articles in popular press and extension publications and has been invited nationally and internationally to speak about the work she has done feeding various co-products to cattle.

Dr. Felix has been a member of ASAS for 9 years and has served on the Midwest Ruminant Nutrition Committee and chaired the national Graduate Student Program Committee. She also maintains active roles in the Pennsylvania Farm Show as part of the Beef Committee and in the PA Beef Producers Working Group, an organization dedicated to working together to monitor the beef industry needs in order to create educational opportunities that improve performance and production. In addition, Tara has served as an adviser for Penn Ag Industries Association as part of the Feed, Grain, and Allied Industries executive committee for over a year.

REVISED CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS OF THE SOUTHERN BRANCH
AMERICAN DAIRY SCIENCE ASSOCIATION
Revised February 1993 and February 1999

In order to effectuate the policy of dairy development in the Southern States; to promote a mutual understanding of its problems; to bring together at regular intervals professional and technical workers in the dairy field; to recognize and record notable achievements and research; to expand the influence and field of service of the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) and otherwise to generally bring about a harmonious and sound development of the dairy industry in all its branches in the southern States, there is created, by adoption of these Articles of Association, a Southern Branch of the American Dairy Science Association which will hereinafter be known as Southern Branch American Dairy Science Association.

In order to further effectuate the close collaboration of this Branch with that of the American Dairy Science Association and in order that there be a recognition by both of a mutual interest, one in the other, Article III, Section IV, of the Revised Bylaws of the American Dairy Science Association, shall form the basis of the governing rules and Bylaws of this Branch.

BYLAWS OF SOUTHERN BRANCH AMERICAN DAIRY SCIENCE ASSOCIATION

ARTICLE I
Membership

Section 1. Membership in the Southern Branch is open only to those members of the American Dairy Science Association in good standing.

Section 2. Annual dues may be set by the Board of Directors and shall be payable on or before the first day of the annual meeting of the Branch or at such other time as may be set by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE II
Officers and Board of Directors

Section 1. The officers of the Branch shall be President, Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer, and Historian.

The Secretary-Treasurer of the Branch shall be elected by the vote of the membership and his/her term of office shall be for one year.

The Secretary-Treasurer shall automatically succeed to the office of Vice President for the ensuing year following his/her term as Secretary-Treasurer.

The Vice President shall automatically succeed to the office of President for the ensuing year following his/her term as Vice President.

The Historian shall be appointed by the Board of Directors for a period of 5 years and shall be a Past President of the Branch.

Section 2. The Board of Directors shall consist of six members; the immediate past President, the President, the Vice President, the Secretary-Treasurer and two directors elected by the membership.

One director shall be elected each year whose term of office shall be for two years. The officers shall assume office immediately after the close of the annual meeting.

Section 3. The President shall appoint such committees, with approval from the Board of Directors, not provided for in the Bylaws of the Branch, as they may deem proper, from their own membership or from the membership of the Association.

Section 4. The Board of Directors shall have the authority to fill vacancies that may occur among the offices of the Branch, such appointees to serve until the next annual meeting at which time the office involved shall be filled by a secret ballot vote of the members in attendance.

ARTICLE III
Duties of Officers

Section 1. The President of the Branch shall preside at all business meetings of the Branch and meetings of the Board of Directors and shall perform such other duties as pertain to his/her office. The President shall notify each elected officer of his/her election and announce the result of such election at the annual meeting. Also, he/she will notify the Executive Director of the American Dairy Science Association and the Secretary of the Southern Agricultural Workers of the results of the election.

Section 2. The Vice President shall perform the duties of the President in the absence of the President and shall perform the duties of the Program Chair which include: receive abstracts, arrange program, coordinate invited speakers, and work with any joint sessions. The Vice President shall nominate new members of Standing Committees and present these at the annual meeting of the Board of Directors.

Section 3. The Secretary-Treasurer shall have charge of the business management of the Branch, shall have custody of the books and records of the Branch, keep the minutes of all meetings of the Branch and of the Board of Directors, maintain a list of all members, distribute annual meeting registration packets (through the ADSA) to all members, coordinate and conduct on site registration, collect all dues, keep the funds of the Branch and make disbursements there from when properly authorized through the ADSA. At the termination of his/her office, he/she shall transmit to the incoming Secretary-Treasurer all funds of the Branch and all records of his/her year of office. Copies of all records that may have historical value shall be forwarded to the Historian.

Section 4. The Historian shall keep a record of all data and activities of historical value and shall provide a summary report to the Association at the end of his/her term of office.

Section 5. The Board of Directors shall have full control of the business of the Branch, including committee appointments at the annual meeting, and the title to all property and funds of the Branch shall be vested in the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors shall approve, if deemed necessary, the Standing Committee appointments nominated by the Vice President.

ARTICLE IV
Election of Officers

Section 1. A nominating committee consisting of three members of the Branch shall be appointed by the President. This committee shall present two names from the membership for Secretary- Treasurer and two for Director. This committee shall submit its report to the membership at the business session of the annual meeting. Additional nominations shall be called for from the floor. When nominations are made from the floor, the members present at the business session shall vote and the two candidates for each office receiving the greatest number of votes shall be presented to the members of the Branch by mail ballot.

Section 2. The President, in cooperation with the Secretary-Treasurer shall conduct the election by mail, in the same mailing as the call for papers for the annual meeting. All ballots shall be counted by the President and verified by the Vice President.

ARTICLE V
Standing Committees

Section 1. The Standing Committees shall consist of the following: (1) Nominating, (2) Honors Award, (3) Dairy Cattle Judging, (4) Dairy Products Judging, (5) Resolutions, and (6) Necrology. Each Standing Committee shall have three (3) members serving three (3) years on a rotating basis, with the senior member acting as Chair. One new member shall be appointed each year.

Section 2. Each committee shall be called on to give a report at the annual meeting and three written copies of the report shall be submitted to the Secretary.

ARTICLE VI
Meetings

Section 1. Meetings of the Branch shall be held in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists and the Branch shall act in cooperation with such Association. In lieu of such annual meeting of the Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists, or, for other reasons deemed justifiable by the Board of Directors, a separate meeting may be held.

Section 2. Meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held on call of the President provided, however, that no less than twenty (20) days notice of such meeting shall be sent to each member of the Board of Directors. Also, a meeting of the Board of Directors shall be held at the time of the annual meeting, prior to the business session.

ARTICLE VII
Transcript of Proceedings

Section 1. The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare copies of the minutes of each annual meeting and shall file one copy with the Executive Director of the American Dairy Science Association and two copies with the Branch Historian. The Secretary-Treasurer also shall submit an abstract of each formal paper presented at the annual meeting to the Secretary of the Association of Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists and to the Editor of the Journal of Dairy Science for publication in the Journal.

ARTICLE VIII
Amendments

Section 1. All amendments to these Bylaws must be referred to the Board of Directors for its recommendation prior to final action by the Branch. The Board of Directors may, at its discretion, submit proposed amendments to the member of the Branch for vote by mail or at the annual meeting. In case of mail ballots, an affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of all voting shall be necessary for approval. At any meeting of the Branch, an affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of those members present shall be necessary to amend these Bylaws provided, however, that all members have been notified of the proposed amendment prior to such meeting.

ARTICLE IX
Southern States Designated

Section 1. For purposes of organization of the Branch known as Southern Branch, American Dairy Science Association, the following shall be designated as Southern States: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Puerto Rico.

Approved as amended this 5^th day of February ,1963 at the annual meeting of the Southern Division, American Dairy Science Association, Memphis, Tennessee.

Approved as revised this 2^nd day of February, 1993 at the Southern Division, American Dairy Science Association, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Approved as revised this 1^st day of February, 1999 at the Southern Division, American Dairy Science Association, Memphis, Tennessee.

Southern Branch Honors Award Nomination Form

Recipients of Honors Award, Southern Branch, American Dairy Science Association