Animal Science is described as "studying the biology of animals that are under the control of mankind".^[1] Historically, the animals studied were farm animals, including livestock and horses, but courses available now look at a far broader area to include companion animals, for example dogs, cats and exotic species. Degrees in Animal Science are offered at a number of colleges and universities, including Cornell University, UC Davis, and the University of Minnesota. At Uc Davis, the Animal Science curriculum not only provides a strong science background, but also hands-on experience working with animals.^[2] Professional education in animal science prepares students for career opportunities in areas such as breeding, production, nutrition, animal agribusiness, behavior and well being, and biotechnology. Courses in this program may include genetics, microbiology, animal behavior and management, nutrition, physiology, and reproduction. Courses in support areas, such as genetics, soils, agricultural economics and marketing, legal aspects and the environment also are offered. All of these courses are essential to entering an animal science profession.

At many Universities, a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Animal Science includes a Pre-Veterinary Medicine emphasis option. At the University of Minnesota, the pre-veterinary emphasis provides an in-depth knowledge base of the biological and physical sciences including nutrition, reproduction, physiology, and genetics. This option prepares students for graduate studies in animal science, veterinary school, and pharmaceutical or animal science industries.^[3]

Graduate Studies[link]

In a Master of Science degree option, students take required courses in areas that support their main interest. These courses are above and beyond courses normally required for a Bachelor of Science degree in the Animal Science major. For example, in a Ph.D. degree program students take courses related to their major that are more in depth than those for the Master of Science degree, with an emphasis on research.

Graduate studies in animal sciences are considered preparation for upper level positions in production, management, education, research, or agriservices. Professional study in veterinary medicine, law, and business administration are among the most commonly chosen programs by graduates. Other areas of study include growth biology, physiology, nutrition, and production systems.

See also[link]

• Block & Bridle
• Animal Husbandry

Notes[link]

References[link]

• "Career Information." American Society of Animal Science. ASAS, 2009. Web. 29 Sept. 2011.

www.asas.org.

• "Animal Industry Careers." Purdue University. Purdue University, 11 Aug. 2005. Web. 5 Oct. 2011.

www.ansc.purdue.edu

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Roc Marciano is an American rapper, songwriter and producer from Hempstead, Long Island (New York). Originally a member of Busta Rhymes' crew, Flipmode Squad becoming the sixth member after the departure of Lord Have Mercy, Roc left in 2001 to form the UN [1], a hardcore underground hip hop group consisting of three other MCs (Dino Brave, Laku & Mic Raw) with whom released an album on Carson Daly's 456 Entertainment in 2004. Notably, Roc appeared in the 2005 Wu-Tang Clan compilation album, Wu-Tang Meets the Indie Culture, and in Pete Rock's 2008 album, NY's Finest, drawing acclaim [2] for such performances. Since 2008, Roc Marciano has been working on his solo career, and to widespread internet acclaim,[3] released his entirely self-produced debut LP, Marcberg [4] in the Spring of 2010. The album was applauded for its throwback 90s east coast style, coming as a breath of fresh air amongst the various other hip hop albums released that year. His stream of consciousness narrative and boom-bap, rugged beats have also been the subject to many compliments from critics and bloggers alike. In 2011, Roc Marciano collaborated with Gangrene, the duo of rapper/producers Oh No and The Alchemist, to release the collaborative EP Greneberg. Roc Marciano is currently signed to Decon Records.

Discography[link]

Studio albums[link]

• 2010: Marcberg
• 2012: Reloaded (April)
• 2012: Marci Beaucoup (September)

EP's[link]

• 2011: The Prophecy (recorded 1997 for "The Noose Vol.1")
• 2011: Greneberg (with Gangrene (The Alchemist + Oh No) as Greneberg)

with The U.N.[link]

• 2004: UN Or U Out (World Records/456 Entertainment)
• 2004: Strength & Honor (The U.N. presents Rock Marciano) (Promotional Album released to promote the UN Or U Out album)

References[link]

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