Paul Harms is an outstanding educator, mentor, researcher, leader and colleague with a record of distinguished service to ASAS (2011 Southern Section-ASAS Distinguished Service Award). Since 1974 Paul has served as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, Physiology Section Leader and Professor Emeritus at Texas A&M University. He served the Southern Section of ASAS as Secretary- Treasurer and President. Paul has taught over 2000 students via 3 undergraduate and 2 graduate courses. Paul has mentored over 200 graduate students who continue to impact animal agriculture. By his modest approach to service as an excellent researcher and outstanding educator, Paul inspires colleagues and students.