Our department welcomed a team from Aviagen North America, a leading poultry breeding company. The visit was a significant opportunity for our faculty and students to engage directly with industry professionals and learn more about Aviagen’s operations and their new facility in Texas.
Highlighting New Facilities and Recruitment Goals
During their visit, representatives from Aviagen discussed their latest facility in Texas, emphasizing the advancements and opportunities it brings to the region. Their presentation highlighted the company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in poultry breeding.
Furthermore, Aviagen expressed a strong interest in recruiting students from TAMU, recognizing our department’s high caliber of education and research. This interest underlines the value of our programs and the potential career paths available to our graduates within the industry.
Student Engagement and Networking Dinner
A highlight of the visit was the networking dinner organized by Aviagen, where our graduate students were given the platform to present short talks about their research and work. This event allowed our students to showcase their expertise and facilitated valuable connections with industry professionals. The dinner was an excellent opportunity for students to discuss potential career opportunities and gain insights into the poultry breeding industry’s future directions.
Strengthening Industry-Academia Links
Such interactions are crucial for keeping our curriculum relevant, providing students with real-world insights, and opening up pathways for employment and collaboration.