Sam Spradlin
Why did you decide to come to Texas Tech University?
Texas Tech's unmatched College of Agricultural Science & Natural Resources was one
that was always at the top of my list when I was looking at possible universities.
Then, after touring the campus and visiting with people at Texas Tech, I was officially
sold on being a Red Raider. I can say with great confidence that becoming part of
the Texas Tech family was one of the best decisions I have ever made.
What are your future career goals?
After graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, I would like to pursue
a Master's Degree in Agriculture Education and later work as a county extension agent
or as a high school ag teacher. I chose these two fields because of the impact that
my own county agents and ag teachers had on me as a young 4-H and FFA member. I would
like to give back to the two organizations that did so much for me.
What is your advice to potential students interested in this field of study?
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) and the Department
of Animal Science at Texas Tech are some of the best communities with which to become
involved. The advisors and professors are constantly willing to lend a helping hand,
and they are always looking out for the best interest of the students. They want the
best for you, so I would definitely advise students to take advantage of all the opportunities
that college and department have to offer.
What is your favorite part of Texas Tech?
Texas Tech is a family. No matter how large or small your class is, there is always
someone in there that you know. It's hard to walk from class to class without seeing
half a dozen friends. Everyone is always looking out for each other and it's easy
to always make a friend wherever you are on campus. The family-style, small town atmosphere
is something that you can't find everywhere, but it is alive and well here in the
land of scarlet and black!
Animal & Food Sciences
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Address
Texas Tech University, Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Box 42141, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
806.742.2805 -
Email
moriah.beyers@ttu.edu