The Organization for Reinforcement Contingencies with Animals (ORCA) was founded in
2000, in the Department of Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas. ORCA
is a not-for-profit student organization advised by Dr. Jesús Rosales-Ruiz. Our mission
is to enhance the lives of animals and their guardians through behavior analytic research
and to inform the public about these discoveries.
ORCA students have collaborated with nearby animal shelters, ranches, and zoos concerning
animal behavior problems and general animal welfare. This arrangement allows institutions
and the public to benefit from new discoveries and technology from the behavior analytic
community while providing students with beneficial real-life experiences in the field.
Students can develop or get involved in unique animal training projects that contribute
to the fields of applied and basic behavioral research.
After completing their graduate or undergraduate degree at the University of North
Texas, ORCA students are well prepared for Ph.D programs and further education or
for working in various animal-related fields, including at zoos, aquariums, animal
rescue organizations, and as pet trainers.
University of North Texas 
