McKensie Phillips

McKensie Phillips is an assistant lecturer in the Department of Animal Science. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming and master’s degree from Texas A&M University, both in animal science. McKensie has a strong background in meat science and enjoys relating livestock production to meat and food science education. She also is a passionate supporter of meaningful undergraduate experiences, particularly those involving intensive hands-on learning and extra-curricular involvement.

 

Education

• M.S. in Animal Science, Texas A&M University
• B.S. in Animal Science, University of Wyoming

 

Professional Experience 

• 2021 - Present: Associate Lecturer, University of Wyoming
• 2018 - 2021: Assistant Lecturer, University of Wyoming
• 2018: Area Livestock Agent, Colorado State University Extension
• 2015 - 2017: Meat Judging Team Coach, Texas A&M University
• 2015 - 2017: Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant, Texas A&M University

 

Teaching

• FDSC 2040 Principles of Meat Animal Evaluation
• FDSC 3061 Livestock Slaughter Practicum
• FDSC 3062 Carcass Fabrication Practicum
• FDSC 3063 Meat Processing
• ANSC 4630 Topics and Issues in Animal Science
• ANSC 4550 Internship in Animal Science
• ANSC 4500 Problems in Animal Science

 

Extension Interests

As a contributor to the University of Wyoming's land-grant mission, I am interested in disseminating information to the community that is related to meat science and food technology. My key interests include understanding livestock production and how it relates to the consumer retail meat case, meat evaluation techniques, animal harvest education, carcass utilization, and youth development.  

 

Professional Memberships

American Meat Science Association