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Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.

Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Beef Feedlot Specialist

  • Education

    • University of Nebraska-Lincoln

      2019 - 2021
      Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Ruminant Nutrition

    • West Texas A&M University

      2017 - 2018
      Master of Science - MS Meat Science

    • MacEwan University

      2012 - 2016
      Bachelor of Science - BS Biology

      Activities and Societies: MacEwan Student Ambassador (2012-2015) MacEwan Student's Council (2013-2016)

  • Experience

    • Students'​ Association of MacEwan University (SAMU)

      Jan 2013 - Dec 2015
      Student's Council

    • Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)

      May 2015 - Aug 2015
      Crop Insurance - Summer Student

      Constructed & documented land reports for seeded and unseeded crop acres. Assisted loans officers with “on farm” and business inspections. Documented and sold hail, crop, and livestock insurance.

    • Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)

      May 2016 - Sept 2016
      Forage Specialist Research Student

      Research included collection, drying, weighing, and measurement of vegetative index.

    • West Texas A&M University

      Jan 2017 - Dec 2018
      Graduate Research Assistant

      Assist the Department of Agriculture in research initiatives and undergraduate teaching of• ANSC 2376 Meat Animal Carcass Evaluation• ANSC 3317 Meat Science• ANSC 1319 Animal ScienceBeef Carcass Research Center- Beef carcass data collection and analysis. WTAMU Meat Lab

    • Canadian Cattlemen's Association

      Aug 2019 - Mar 2022
      Young Cattlemen's Council-Vice President

    • University of Nebraska-Lincoln

      Aug 2019 - Mar 2022
      Graduate Research Assistant

      Assist the Department of Animal Science in research initiatives and teaching• ASCI 181 Young Beef Scholars

    • Bullseye Feeds

      Mar 2022 - Nov 2022
      Feedlot Nutrition Consultant & Technical Specialist

    • University of Nebraska-Lincoln

      Nov 2022 - now
      Assistant Professor & Feedlot Extension Specialist

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Professional Animal Scientist

      AMERICAN REGISTRY OF PROFESSIONAL ANIMAL SCIENTISTS INC
      Aug 2020

    • Beef Quality Assurance

      Beef Quality Assurance
      Nov 2019

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Outstanding Young Extension Specialist American Society of Animal Science Mar 2025
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Dr. Karl C Ivarson Agricultural Scholarship Canadian Foundation for Food and Agricultural Education Apr 2020 In establishing this award, Dr. Ivarson wished to support students with a connection to his home province of Alberta in their pursuit of studies in agricultural sciences. The Ivarson Agricultural Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic achievement, areas of study, community involvement, career interests and letters of recommendation.
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      W.D. Farr Scholarship National Cattlemen's Foundation Oct 2019 Awarded to outstanding graduate students who demonstrate superior achievement in academics and leadership and are committed to beef industry advancement.
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Alberta Beef Producers Scholarship 4-H Alberta Oct 2018
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Paul Engler Endowment West Texas A&M University Sep 2018
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Texas Cattle Feeders Association Scholarship Texas Cattle Feeders Association May 2018
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      International Stockmen's Educational Foundation Student Fellow International Livestock Congress Feb 2018
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation Scholarship Friends of Canadian Simmental Foundation 2017
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      MacEwan University First Class Standing MacEwan University Dec 2016 GPA of 3.5 or higher while enrolled in a full academic schedule
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Dr. Gary MacPherson Leadership Award Government of Alberta Feb 2016 Outstanding leadership and initiative to improve the conditions and lives of others.
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      ERBS Student's Association Volunteer Award MacEwan University SAMU Feb 2016 Commitment and dedication to University volunteerism and academic excellence.
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      MacEwan Board of Governor's Award MacEwan University Feb 2016
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Laurence Decore Award for Student Leadership Government of Alberta Mar 2015
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Enbridge Environmental Sustainability Leadership Award Enbridge Jan 2015
    • Awarded to Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.
      Encana Leaders of Tomorrow Award Encana 2012

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member, Judge, Clinician, Volunteer

      Issued by 4-H Canada on Jan 2004
      4-H CanadaAssociated with Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.

    • Classroom Agriculture Program Teacher

      Issued by Agriculture for Life on Sept 2013
      Agriculture for LifeAssociated with Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.

    • MacEwan Student Ambassador

      Issued by MacEwan University on Sept 2012
      MacEwan UniversityAssociated with Jessica Sperber, Ph.D.