Welcome to the Department of Animal Sciences

Animal Sciences Vision

The WSU Department of Animal Sciences will be preeminent in research and discovery, teaching and engagement.

Animal Sciences Mission

The Mission of the Animal Sciences Department is to advance knowledge through research, innovation, and creativity across a wide range of academic disciplines; to extend knowledge through innovative educational programs to students, emerging scholars, fellow scientists, and stakeholders; and to apply animal science knowledge, thus improving the quality of life for people and animals and enhancing local and global economies.

Animal Sciences Values

• Teamwork
• Creativity & Innovation
• Commitment
• Integrity & Trust
• Respect
• Diversity
• Quality & Achievement
• Fun