About us

Our mission:

The Purdue University Dairy Club is a student-run organization dedicated to promoting the dairy industry through community service, club activities and educational events.

The Dairy Club is comprised of students at Purdue studying a variety of disciplines, yet all having a general interest of dairy production, management and dairy processing. The Dairy Club currently has 50 members and three club advisors.


Why should you join?

  • To network with professionals in the dairy industry

  • To meet students with similar interests and a passion for the dairy industry

  • To attend educational seminars and unique conferences across the Midwest

  • To participate in the annual Purdue Dairy Showmanship Contest

  • To build your leadership skills as a committee chairperson or an officer


Meet our advisers:


Steve Hendress, judging coach and assistant manager of Purdue Dairy Research Farm

Hendress discusses the benefits of membership in this video clip. Click here to check it out!

 

 

Michael Schutz, associate professor of animal science at Purdue

 

 

 

Shawn Donkin, associate professor of animal science at Purdue