Jacquelyn Jacobs

Jacquelyn Jacobs is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University (MSU), affiliated with the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. She serves on the College Curriculum Committee and is actively involved with MSU Extension programs. Her primary roles include teaching, research, and mentoring student organizations.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) from the University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH (USA)
• Master of Science (MS) from Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI (USA)
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON (Canada)
• Postdoctoral Research at the USDA/ARS Livestock Behavior Research Unit, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN (USA)

Her research focuses on companion animal behavior and welfare, particularly the human-animal bond, strategies to reduce stress in shelter animals, and improving animal welfare standards. She also explores pedagogical methods to enhance student learning and engagement, alongside supporting educator professional development. She is a member of the Animal Behavior and Welfare Group and the Companion Animal Behavior and Welfare Group within her department.

Jacquelyn has been recognized for her teaching excellence, including the 2023 CANR Excellence in Teaching – New Teacher Award and the 2023 NACTA Educator Award. These accolades highlight her innovative approaches in agricultural education.

She advises the MSU Animal Welfare Judging teams and supervises the Leader Dog club and Animal Welfare club, fostering student leadership and practical engagement. While no specific grants are detailed in the provided texts, her postdoctoral work at USDA/ARS indicates prior research funding. Her professional development efforts extend beyond her own teaching to support educators in the field.

Jacquelyn’s work integrates academic research, extension outreach, and hands-on mentorship, contributing to both animal welfare science and agricultural pedagogy.