McNeese State University - Log Yearbook (Lake Charles, LA)

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EVERYONE NEEDS a little brushing before taxing a picture, and Kristi Gott is ready to assist. - ACRES OF PASTURE are home to the livestock of the McNeese farm. IT’S HAIRCUT TIME for this steer; John Smith and Kyle Fontenot are doing the hon- ors. McNeese Farm 19

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rowing, rooming, razing earning through experience is a method widely practiced at McNeese. There are several courses that offer or require labs which reinforce lecture material; one of the most familiar examples of such teaching methods is the McNeese farm. The farm sits on 500 acres of land and sustains various forms of livestock. Ac- cording to John Smith, farm manager, the farm owns two herds of cattle. One is a registered beef masters herd, and the other is a commercial herd of Angus cattle. The farm also owns several thoroughbred horses, including several mares and thor- oughbred stallions, and several hogs and lambs. These animals are utilized by McNeese in numerous ways. Students majoring in An- imal Science, Agriculture and other related fields are required to take specific courses which make use of the farm’s resources. The farm also employs McNeese students as part of their continuing education. Sev- eral animal science classes include labo- ratory cattle study and equine production; agricultural engineering courses utilize the farm as well. THE FARM is one place where grooming is a priority, especially when you're trying to sell your- self. John Smith and Kyle Fontenot prepare one of the steers for upcoming sale. 18 McNeese Farm @) oe

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THE PAST YEAR brought numerous changes to the face of a growing city. Old buildings, such as the Arcade, were cleared away; tourist attractions were renovated; and an all-out campaign was launched to spread the good news of Louisiana. is FEBRUARY 44-14 SW LA DISTRICT LIVESTOCK . SHOW 46 MARDI GRAS PARADES 26 BALD KNOBBERS MARCH 12-43 WALKFEST 19-20 H OBI REGATTA. ;T CALCASI! «75-27 WORNISH TRAIL FESTIVAL 26-27 SW LA KITE FLYING CONTEST 20 City of Lake Charles