Coalition
Hosted annually by the Dairy Science Club, the Youth Dairy Coalition brings together youth ages 9–18 who are excited about the dairy industry. Club members serve as mentors and chaperones throughout the weekend, guiding participants through farm tours, dairy quiz bowls, and hands-on activities. This event is a fantastic opportunity for young people across Iowa to connect, learn, and explore the dairy world!
Contact: Josie Kintzle (jkintzle@iastate.edu) or Isabelle Brumm (ibrumm@iastate.edu)
Animal Learning Day/IMAC (I Milked A Cow)
Every year at the Iowa State Fair, the Dairy Science Club hosts a hands-on booth where the public can milk a cow by hand! Drawing visitors from across the country (and beyond), the event educates nearly 5,000 people annually about the dairy industry. Club members lead parlor talks and highlight the Jersey breed at the Boulevard of Dairy Breeds. IMAC is also one of the club’s largest fundraisers and a beloved fair tradition for families.
Contact: Korey Hrdlicka (koreyh13@iastate.edu), Kory Kintzle (kkintzle@iastate.edu), or Natalie Hamlett (natham29@iastate.edu)
Education
The Education Committee brings dairy learning into the classroom! Activities include STEM nights at local schools, field trips to the ISU Dairy Farm, and the Adopt-A-Calf program. Upon request, members also visit classrooms for one-day lessons. The goal: help students understand the hard work behind delicious and nutritious dairy products while inspiring the next generation of dairy enthusiasts.
Contact: Jon Chapman (jchap787@iastate.edu) or Lorin Miller (lorinhm2@iastate.edu)
Sale / Show
The Sale / Show Committee helps organize the Cardinal & Gold Classic, a dairy cattle consignment sale, and supports sales like the National Cattle Congress. Members gain hands-on experience with animal coordination, marketing, and sales, while helping raise funds for the Club, ISU’s Dairy Judging, and Dairy Challenge Team.
Contact: Kylie Oakland (koakland@iastate.edu) and Claire Betley (clbetley@iastate.edu)
Banquet
The Dairy Science Club hosts a banquet in the spring to recognize club members and alumni for their accomplishments. Club members are awarded scholarships and honors for their dedication to the club and commitment to the industry. Additionally, each year the club selects individuals who have either impacted the dairy industry or the Dairy Science Club and honors them with the award of Distinguished Graduate and Honorary Member.
Contact: Emilee Blasberg (emileedb@iastate.edu) and Gabbie Neumann (neu2006@iastate.edu)
