Meet the Ambassadors

My name is Lucas, and I am a sophomore undergraduate student majoring in molecular biology. Currently, I am a part of the undergraduate research scholars’ program, a TA for microbiology, and a volunteer for Laramie Connections. In my free time, you will find me playing my guitar, engaging in pickup sports if possible, or hanging out with family and friends. If I could be anywhere in the world, I would either be in the middle of the ocean on a sailboat or right here in Wyoming.

The reason I became a CALSNR ambassador is because of the vast opportunities available within the college. I feel fortunate to be part of such a supportive community and college. Therefore, I want to encourage other students to take advantage of the opportunities that our college has to offer. Everything from real experience in the field to academic scholarships is readily available to be utilized. I hope to guide and encourage new students to be a part of our community!

My name is Gracie Mae Keiter. I am a senior in Agricultural Business with a concentration in Livestock Business Management and a minor in Animal Science. I am originally from Hillsdale, WY where I grew up on my family’s beef cow/calf operation and spent my days not only helping on the ranch, but also being heavily involved in 4-H and FFA. When I came to UW, I was unsure of what I wanted to do with my career, but I knew I wanted to continue to be involved in the agricultural industry and help local producers continue to succeed in their operations while dealing with an ever-changing industry. Being a College Ambassador has helped me create relationships with students to help guide them in their endeavors while at UW, as well as meet producers and industry representatives that work closely with our college to benefit students, faculty, and alumni. After graduation, I plan to work with producers in risk management and start my own livestock marketing business to help producers achieve higher profits when buying or selling livestock.

My name is Meredith Halweg. I am a senior at the University of Wyoming studying Agricultural Business- Farm and Ranch Management with a minor in Economics. I am currently serving in the At Large position for CALSNR Ambassadors, I am the President of Wyoming Collegiate Cattle Association, I am serving on the officer team for the new MANRRS chapter, and I am a member of Collegiate Wool Growers and Collegiate Farm Bureau. I am a College Ambassador because I want to help other students find their community, grow their passion for the agricultural community, and help them be their best selves at the University of Wyoming, and I want to make a difference on campus through meeting with legislators, county boards, national groups, and other organizations to better influence the learning and well-being of students at the University.

My name is Jaynee Hunt, and I am a senior at the University of Wyoming. I am majoring in Animal and Veterinary Sciences with a concentration in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and a minor in Equine Science. Currently, I am a member of the Wyoming Collegiate Cattle Association, a College of Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Natural Resources (CALSNR) ambassador, the vice president of the Pre-Veterinary Club, and a student employee in the Necropsy department at the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory. I grew up on a ranch in southwest Wyoming where we raise beef cattle and train quarter horses. This is where my passion for animals began. I hope to continue chasing my passion in veterinary school in the fall of 2024. I am a CALSNR ambassador because I enjoy educating others, including prospective UW students, on the importance of agriculture to the world.

My name is Elizabeth Lungren. I am a junior at the University of Wyoming majoring in Molecular Biology. I am currently serving as the Vice President of Outreach for the Undergraduate Research Coalition, Secretary for the Food Science Club, and am a member of the Wyoming Collegiate Cattle Association and Wyoming Research Scholars Program. I am a college ambassador because I want to encourage current and prospective students to join this agricultural community and introduce them to the wide array of opportunities that this college has to offer.

My name is Todd Paisley. I am currently a senior majoring in molecular biology with a minor in animal science. Besides being a CALSNR ambassador, I am also a member of the Wyoming Collegiate Cattle Association, Collegiate Wool Growers, and actively participate in undergraduate research. I chose to become a CALSNR Ambassador because I have a passion for agricultural and science. The CALSNR provides countless opportunities for students to pursue these passions, and I want to play a role in helping students discover these opportunities so that they can achieve their goals.