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Dr. Maria R. C. de Godoy
Assistant Professor
Dr. Maria R. C. de Godoy is an Associate Professor and recipient of the 2021 Campus Distinguished Promotion Award at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The focus of her research program is on companion animal and comparative nutrition with 3 main overarching goals:
- analytical methods and animal models for evaluation of nutritional adequacy of novel ingredients;
- the effects of processing on pet food quality, nutritional value, and safety; and
- the role of nutraceuticals in health and wellness of pets. Dr. Godoy has an internationally recognized program highlighted by over $ 6.5 million in research funds, 40 invited lectures nationally and internationally, and more than 60 peer-reviewed publications.
She has been consistently named to the Univ. of IL “List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students”. Dr. Godoy’s academic program showcases her innovative approach to science that further advances the pet food industry and the nutritional sciences community. She also serves as scientific advisor for many animal-health and pet food companies.
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Premier University program taught by active, world-renowned leaders - Kelly Swanson and Maria de Godoy.
Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree required
Next course offered: Fall 2022
Semester: Spring, fall
Program length: 3 university courses
Format: Online
Estimated Cost: $6,408
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The Companion Animal Nutrition Certificate program gives industry professionals, veterinarians, animal scientists, pet breeders, and pet enthusiasts the opportunity to take in-depth courses on various aspects of companion animal nutrition. Course topics include canine and feline metabolism, nutrient functions and requirements, pet nutrition and disease, pet food ingredients, principles of diet formulation, pet food processing technologies, good manufacturing practices, pet food regulations, and market trends.
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In animal sciences, you’ll learn by doing. Immerse yourself in hands-on experiences like milking dairy cows, socializing baby horses, or volunteering at the Champaign County Humane Society. Explore a variety of opportunities to discover what you’re passionate about.
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Our academic programs include undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.
We also offer non-degree certificates to empower you to advance your skills no matter what stage you’re in academically or professionally.
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Horse Judging Team
As a member of the horse judging team, you will have the opportunity to view some of the world's best horses at national judging competitions and improve your decision-making skills and self-confidence through systematic evaluation of classes. The judging team practices and competes in the fall semester, and members are encouraged to take ANSCI 313 before joining the team.
Advised by: Debra Hagstrom
Livestock Judging Team
The livestock judging team is open to all undergraduate students at the University of Illinois, although most members of the team have a strong interest in animal agriculture and its related industries. If you are interested, enroll in ANSCI 211 (Breeding Animal Evaluation) in the spring semester of your junior year to compete at the National Western Stock Show, Denver, CO; Sioux Empire, Sioux Falls, SD; Iowa Beef Expo, Des Moines, IA; Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Houston, TX; and the All-East.
Advised by: Dr. Dan Shike and Lee Rincker
Meat Animal Evaluation Team
The meat animal evaluation team serves as the capstone experience for students with an interest in the evaluation of breeding animals, market animals, and the end product. The contest consists of four sections: the breeding, meats, and market animal divisions, and the communication challenge. The meat animal evaluation team competes in the spring at the National Meat Animal Evaluation Contest. Students interested should contact one of the following Advisors.
Advised by: Dr. Dan Shike, Lee Rincker, and Brandon Klehm
Meat Judging Team
The meat judging team is a competitive extracurricular program that tests students’ knowledge on carcass anatomy, industry function, and end product quality. The meat judging program at the University of Illinois has been active since 1929. Being a part of a meat judging team takes dedication, passion, and typically hand warmers. As a member of the meat judging team, you will get a firsthand understanding of how the final product is evaluated, fabricated, and marketed. Team members are exposed to numerous segments of the livestock and meats industry, allowing you to network with leaders in the industry and across other universities.
Students on the team will get to travel across the country for 2 semesters, competing against students from other agriculture universities to determine who the best evaluators are. The team competes at 4 contests in the spring and 4 contests in the fall. Students interested in being on the team need to enroll in ANSC 215 – Section A (Intro to Meat Eval). For any questions, please contact the Advisor below.
Advised by: Brandon Klehm