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Category: July

K-State Hosts Agricultural Educator Training

Story by Deanna Reid, master’s student

Twenty-three educators from 11 states were on campus at the end of June for eight days of hands-on Curriculum for Agricultural Science Educator (CASE) professional development training.

The Introduction to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (AFNR) course covers topics including agricultural education, communication methods, natural resources, plants, animals and mechanics.

Participants spent time in a classroom learning about basic provisions, a “measure me” lab demonstrating proper measurement and safety procedures and buffering soil. All educators left the training with CASE-AFNR certifications.

Kansas FFA State Conference of Chapter Leaders

Story by Deanna Reid, master’s student

Kansas State agricultural education faculty and students participated in the 2018 Kansas FFA State Conference of Chapter Leaders at the beginning of July. More than 150 Kansas FFA members came together at Rock Springs 4-H Center for three days to form effective leadership teams for their chapters.

During that time, they competed in a scavenger hunt, packaged more than 30,000 meals for local food banks and met other leaders from across Kansas.

Student Spotlight: Kelsey Tully

Story by Deanna Reid, master’s student

Kelsey Tully, a Wichita native, is pursuing her master’s degree in agricultural education and communication. Tully graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2016 with a bachelor of science degree in animal science. As a graduate student, she works with Professor Jason Ellis on his research, and she is a teachingassistant for the Agricultural Business Communications class.

 

When asked why she is attending Kansas State, Tully stated, “I’m in graduate school because I wanted to pursue a career in agriculture and be able to not only use my undergraduate degree but also be able to work hand-in-hand with farmers and ranchers.” Her thesis focuses on integrating new-media technology in extension as an educational tool.

 

Tully also works for the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Collaborative Research on Sustainable Intensification at K-State where she helps with graphic design, webpage design and maintenance, and research.

 

She said, “I grew up in the city not knowing much about agriculture. But I have been very fortunate to work in many different settings with all kinds of livestock, from cattle to alpacas, and I have loved every minute! I look forward to finding a job in which I can keep learning and helping others.”