DSWR work brings ‘incredibly enriching’ experience for Cornell University research technician Itzel Calles

Each year, undergraduates at Cornell from a wide variety of academic and professional backgrounds come together to share their research and summer internship experiences with colleagues, peers, farmers and more.

Itzel Calles, Zamorano University ‘25 is a research technician for DSWR. She noted “My summer research experience with the Nutrient Management Spear Program has been incredibly enriching. Having the opportunity to present the work I completed alongside my mentors was both rewarding and motivating. The poster session helped me strengthen my scientific communication skills, gain confidence discussing my research with diverse audiences, and become more comfortable engaging in both scientific and professional settings.” Read the full article here: https://cals.cornell.edu/news/2026/08/professional-development-animal-science-26-research-poster-session