Dr. Arlene Garcia-Marquez, a native of Presidio, Texas, is a prominent expert in animal behavior and welfare with a comprehensive background in the field. As a PAACO certified multi-species animal welfare auditor, a licensed veterinary technician, and an animal welfare consultant, Dr. Garcia-Marquez brings extensive expertise to her role. Her teaching focuses on farm animal stress, behavior, and welfare, as well as Spanish for Specific Purposes in Agriculture. Her research is dedicated to the management of compromised livestock and timely euthanasia, with significant contributions to pig transportation research that have led to the development of national guidelines. She is committed to enhancing animal welfare by addressing commercial needs and developing educational programs for caretakers on humane handling and welfare practices. Dr. Garcia-Marquez also plays a crucial role in service, holding positions such as president elect for the Latino Hispanic Faculty and Staff Association at Texas Tech University, co-chair of the Animal Behavior and Well-being Program for the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS), and member of the ASAS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Her work continues to support both local producers and the broader industry through rigorous animal welfare standards and innovative research.
