A sugar glider, one of the more unique animals at the farm, offers students the chance to learn about exotic-pet care and handling.
NSU student LaShaun Bolden, Dr. Rachel Cezar-Martinez and NSU Student Caroline Lee
Bentley, a young calf being bottle-raised by NSU students and faculty after losing his mother.
Two pregnant goats rest in their pen at the NSU farm. The goats were recently donated and will allow students to observe birthing and neonatal care.
Horses stand in their stalls at the NSU farm. Several of the horses are longtime residents used for student training.
All three alpacas stand inside their stalls at the NSU farm, giving students new opportunities for hands-on large-animal experience.
The sights and sounds of farm life are returning to Northwestern State University’s campus, thanks to a growing initiative spearheaded by Dr. Rachel Cezar-Martinez, Director of the Department of Veterinary Technology. What started as a small collection of animals has quickly expanded into a diverse farm designed to give students real-world experience in animal care, veterinary technology, and...
