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Shoki Hirano
Shoki Hirano
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science graduate and Master of Science in Animal Science student
“I think Iowa State is very unique because this department has everything on campus — it has farms on and near campus as well as the top world-leading research, and we get to see everything including how I can contribute to this industry. In that sense, Iowa State was a really good place to prepare me and learn how I could fit into this industry.
I enjoy working with people in this industry. The people are generally really open and kind here in Iowa, but especially when I work with animal science people. I feel this is rewarding, just like working with family.
The Department of Animal Science prepared me to work in the industry in a way that I was ready to communicate and understand the culture in the US, especially in this industry.”