The American Meat Science Association (AMSA) announces Dr. Morgan Pfeiffer as the Ph.D Division recipient and Michael Cropp as the Master’s Division recipient of the 2019 AMSA Student Teacher “Cleaver” Award. A meat cleaver is resilient and designed to break through soft bones and cartilage. Graduate teaching assistants are encouraged to be “cleavers,” by being resilient in teaching abilities, breaking through to students and enhancing their knowledge. The tough metal and thick blade of a cleaver is unique and more durable compared to other knives. Graduate students are expected to be durable through their own obligations, and above all to create a unique learning experience for students. The Student Teacher “Cleaver” Award is sponsored by the AMSA Student Membership. Dr. Morgan Pfeiffer and Michael Cropp will be honored on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at a special awards banquet during the AMSA 72nd Reciprocal Meat Conference in Loveland, Colo.
Dr. Morgan Pfeiffer
Dr. Morgan Pfeiffer recently finished her Ph.D. in Animal Science from Oklahoma State University. She is originally from Meeker, Colorado, and currently lives in Oklahoma with her husband on their family farm. She received her B.S. in Animal Science and Agricultural Communications and her M.S. in Animal Science from Oklahoma State University.