Since joining the Department of Animal and Veterinary Sciences in 2002, she has applied her veterinary background to programs in the areas of herd health, calf and heifer management, and agricultural emergency management. Julie has conducted trainings for Extension educators, livestock producers, and community members on the risks posed by a range of animal diseases, emphasizing the importance of awareness and prevention. Julie is the principal investigator for the animal health protection project in the SEGS lab.