Our mission

The Animal Resources Center promotes excellence in biomedical, biological, and agricultural sciences by ensuring the highest standard of animal care following sound scientific and ethical principles. We prepare faculty, staff, and students to properly acquire and use animals in a humane, safe, and ethical manner. We educate the public on the importance and value of the animals used in our programs.

Our vision

Ensure the highest quality science through the highest quality animal care.


Reindeer walking through a gate

Groundhog peeking through a fence

A group of mice in a cage