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Portrait of Dana Christen

Honor Society® member

Dana Christen

Supervisor at YMCA of Lincoln

  • University of Nebraska
  • Animal Science
  • Class of 2024
  • Steinauer, Nebraska

Member since May 2021

About

Agriculture. This is my passion. Ever since elementary school, I knew that I wanted to pursue a career in this field and make a positive difference in the industry. I am headed into my sophomore year at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln where I am majoring in Animal Science and Minoring in Agribusiness, Grazing Livestock Systems, and Nebraska Beef Industry Scholars. I plan to use my education obtained throughout these programs to pursue a career as a livestock nutritionist and/or a farm financial officer. Aside from these direct careers, I want to serve as a strong advocate for agriculture, specifically the livestock industry.

Education

  • University of Nebraska at Lincoln

    Animal Science

    2020 – 2024

  • University of Nebraska at Lincoln

    Agribusiness

    2020 – 2024

Honors and awards

  • Nebraska Big Red Star

    Awarded to outstanding students, showing strong leadership and academic skills

  • Girls State Delegate

    Chosen by the American Legion with criteria of having high distinction and leadership

  • Dean's List

    Fall & Spring Semester of the 2019-2020 Academic Year in SCC's Dual Credit Program

  • Dean's List

    Fall & Spring Semester of the 2018-2019 Academic Year in SCC's Dual Credit Program

Goals and interests

Career goal

Livestock Nutritionist and/or Farm Finance

Outside the classroom

During my downtime, I love to spend time with my animals, participate in any athletic activity, enjoy the outdoors, and volunteer my time for any program in need.

Experience

  • Supervisor

    YMCA of Lincoln

    Oct 2020 – May 2021

  • Veterinary Assistant

    Tomorrow's Veterinary Care

    Sep 2020 – May 2021

Volunteering

  • Coach and/or Referee

    Lewiston Youth Sports

    Sep 2019 – May 2021

  • President/Leader

    High School Honor Society

    May 2019 – Jun 2020

  • Cook/Server

    St. Peter's Church Youth Group

    Jan 2016 – Dec 2020

  • President/Leader

    Future Farmers of America (FFA)

    Aug 2015 – May 2021

Languages

  • English (US) Advanced
  • Spanish Beginner

Additional information

  • Johnson County Rough Riders

  • Pawnee County 4-H

  • St. Peter's Church Youth Group

  • National FFA Organization

  • National Honor Society

  • Nebraska Softball Association