Ms. Brandi Terry

By Kaeler Russell

The beginning…

During the months of August and September research teams were formed which focused on studying the effects of bovine semen post thaw. We started our journey at the end of August by reviewing research topics, going over our syllabus, and discussing course expectations. Next, Mrs. Terry taught us how to find scientific research articles, helped us understand the basics of a literature overview, and helped us further our knowledge over artificial insemination (AI) of cattle and thawing of bovine semen.

McMurry University Visit…

AI Experts display new ID cards
Terry’s AI Experts show off new ID cards.
Dr. Gary Wilson introduces classroom spaces.
Dr. Gary Wilson introduces Cisco students to lab and classroom spaces in the science building.
AI Experts library tour
Dr. Keith Waddle gives a tour of the stacks at McMurry’s Jay-Rollins Library.

 

On September 4, both Abilene Campus and Cisco Campus research teams visited McMurry University where we took campus tour, received a McMurry ID, completed a library orientation, and toured the Finch-Gray science center.

Diving in…

During the rest of September, we utilized the Cisco Campus library to find research articles, then each team member was responsible for leading a group discussion over the article of their choice. In addition, we worked together to research different AI company protocols and created a database.

Team AI Experts leading discussions over specific research articles

Looking ahead…

October will be a big month for our team as we begin the literature review writing process as well as prepare for AI Certification testing.