Kristine Urschel

Professional Biography

Dr. Kristine Urschel is a Professor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences and the Assistant Dean for Instruction in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Her primary teaching responsibilities are ASC 325 (Animal Physiology) and CAS 302 (Caring for Companion and Working Animals). She also serves as a Career and Professional Mentor for students in the Equine Science and Management degree. In her capacity as Assistant Dean for Instruction, Dr. Urschel chairs both the undergraduate and graduate curriculum committees, works with faculty members from across the College to prepare curricular proposals, and supports the annual submission of Program Student Learning Outcomes reports for programs in the College. Dr. Urschel also chairs the University of Kentucky Undergraduate Council and serves on multiple committees at the department, college, university, and professional society levels. Dr. Urschel's area of research focus is equine nutrition and muscle physiology, with an emphasis on protein and amino acid metabolism. She is the recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Teaching Award, the 2023 University Senate Outstanding Service Award and the 2021 Equine Science Award.