April 11, 2024

More than 80 agricultural education, communications, and leadership students were recognized for their academic achievements, leadership abilities, and campus involvement throughout the fall and spring semesters. The Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership awarded students with more than $150,000 in scholarships.

November 14, 2023

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education Communications and Leadership faculty and staff are excited to have Mason Jones as the 2023-2024 Teacher in Residence. Jones met with professors on campus to discuss agricultural education’s role in the department and to observe and integrate himself with current students. He advised students to follow their passion for educating future agriculturalists.

July 19, 2024

Dr. Courtney Brown, Assistant Professor and State Extension Specialist of Agricultural Leadership at Oklahoma State University, is on a mission to introduce agriculture to communities and youth who have traditionally had limited exposure to agricultural education programs.

May 28, 2024

In the small town of Hollis, Oklahoma, a group of middle school students isn’t just learning about civic leadership – they’re putting it into practice in inspiring ways. The program, led by Drs. Shane Robinson and Lauren Cline, started in 2022. They began conducting a needs assessment in Harmon County, asking residents what skills youth needed to make positive changes in their community.

April 25, 2024

For over a decade, Dr. Robert Terry, Jr. has steered the Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership with a steady hand and unwavering commitment to empowering future leaders. Now, as he prepares to pass the torch to the next department head, Dr. Terry reflects on his tenure with pride and looks ahead to the next chapter of his esteemed career. Dr. Terry earned his B.S. and M.S. in agricultural education from Oklahoma State University in 1984 and 1988, respectively. In 1990, he earned his Ph.D. in agricultural education from Texas A&M University. He has served as department head since 2010. Under his guidance, the department has flourished with a collaborative team of faculty committed to positively impacting students. “We have a group of people who work together well and enjoy each other,” Terry reflected. “They are terrific scholars, but I think first and foremost, they love working with students and are making a positive impact.” As Terry transitions to a 75% teaching and 25% research role, he looks forward to reconnecting more with students. “The classroom is kind of like a sanctuary,” he said. “I just think it’s so important to stay connected with students.” In his new role, Dr. Terry is focusing on supporting traditionally and non-traditionally agricultural educators. Regarding alternative certification he said, “Our resources and expertise can be packaged in a way that can help them do their job better and be more successful.”. One of Dr. Terry’s proudest accomplishments was establishing the student teacher assistance scholarship program to help aspiring agricultural educators offset expenses during student teaching. What began with one donor’s vision has grown into a $1 million endowment supporting every OSU student teacher. To his faculty colleagues, Dr. Terry shares a message of unity. “There are a lot of good things happening here. They don’t happen without hard work or without you intentionally trying to build relationships and work together.” With a legacy of leadership, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to students, Dr. Terry will undoubtedly continue to shape future generations of agricultural educators and leaders at OSU.

February 6, 2024

The Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture has selected Shane Robinson to serve as head of the Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership, pending approval from the Oklahoma A&M Board of Regents at its next meeting in March.

November 15, 2023

Amara Jackson, an agricultural communications student, has been appointed National FFA President.

November 16, 2022

Announcement for the Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership Department in the Ferguson College of Agriculture

November 9, 2022

Karstyn Cantrell, an agricultural communications major at Oklahoma State University, has been elected by FFA delegates throughout the U.S. to serve on the 2022-23 National FFA Officer Team.

July 31, 2022

OSU AGCM well represented at the 2022 National Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow Critique and Contest

June 20, 2022

Announcement for the Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership in the Ferguson College of Agriculture

April 15, 2022

More than 80 students and alumni were recognized for their achievements and scholarship at the 2020 Scholarship and Awards Reception.

April 7, 2022

Four seniors from the Ferguson College of Agriculture have been named 2021-2022 Outstanding Seniors by the Oklahoma State University Alumni Association.

March 11, 2022

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications, and Leadership faculty and staff were excited to host Cameron Dale as the spring 2022 Teacher in Residence

February 25, 2022

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership faculty and students were well represented at the 2022 Southern Association of Agricultural Scientists Conference and brought home top honors.

November 10, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications, and Leadership faculty and staff were excited to host Kenny Leatherwood as the 2021 Teacher in Residence

October 14, 2021

Caroline is a 2017 agricultural communications, alumna and currently serves as the president of Caroline Arendt Creative.

October 7, 2021

Mindy is a 2012 Agricultural Leadership, alumna and currently serves as the Oklahoma County 4-H Youth Development Educator.

September 27, 2021

JD is a 2017 Agricultural Communications, alumnus and currently serves as the president of Rosman Enterprises and Oklahoma Youth Expo vice president of communications.

September 22, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership Emeritus professor Dr. Jim Key. Dr. Key served our department for more than 50 years and influenced thousands of people as a masterful teacher, trusted adviser, and respected scholar.

September 1, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education Communications and Leadership’s agricultural communications students were honored for their achievements during the National Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow Critique and Contest virtual session in August.

September 1, 2021

Courtenay is a 2011 alumna of our Agricultural Education Masters program and is the Creator of lifestyle brand Fancy Lady Cowgirl.

July 28, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership is pleased to welcome Linnea Langusch as a lecturer in agricultural communications.

July 19, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership hosted the 2021 Ag Teacher In-Service Workshops on the Stillwater campus July 12-14. The workshops are designed to give Oklahoma agricultural education instructors hands-on experiences working with new ideas and concepts related to agricultural education courses and chapter management.

July 13, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership faculty and students were well represented at the recent Association for Communication Excellence virtual conference, bringing home multiple awards.

July 6, 2021

The OSU Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership faculty and students were well represented at the recent North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture virtual conference in June.

July 2, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership names 2021 Distinguished Alumni recipients.

July 1, 2021

The Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership hosted the 15th annual Future Agriculture Education Teacher Academy in June 2021. This program was designed to encourage and promote the teaching of high school agricultural education as a positive and promising college major and career choice.

June 28, 2021

The Oklahoma State University/A&M Board of Regents approved the academic advancement of Dr. Jon Ramsey from the Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership at their recent board meeting.

June 3, 2021

Becca Imgarten is a 2007 alumna of our Agricultural Communications program and is now the coordinator of student and campus programs for the OSU alumni association.

May 28, 2021

Krista McCoon is a 2010 alumnae of our Agricultural Communications Bachelor's program and a 2012 graduate of our AGCM Master's program. She is now the San Joaquin County AgVenture Coordinator.

May 21, 2021

Clint Mefford is a 2013 alumnus of our Agricultural Communications Master's program and is now the U.S. Head of Communications and Marketing Operations for Zoetis Cattle.

May 14, 2021

Jamie Halfmann is a 2014 alumna of our Agricultural Communications program and is now a pasture and land management territory manager for Corteva Agriscience.

May 12, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education Communications and Leadership (AECL) faculty and students participated in the international conference of the Association for International Agriculture and Extension Educators.

May 3, 2021

More than 70 agricultural education, communications, and leadership students were recognized for their academic achievements, leadership abilities, and campus involvement throughout the fall and spring semesters.

April 29, 2021

Dr. Mary Kate Pedigo is a 2007 alumna of our Agricultural Communications program and is now the owner of a creative agency called Kate & Co. Creative, LLC.

April 16, 2021

Dr. Christopher Eck is a 2019 alumnus of our Agricultural Education Ph.D. program and is now serving as an Assistant Professor of Agricultural Education in the Department of Agricultural Sciences at Clemson University.

April 5, 2021

Carley is a 2019 alumna of our Agricultural Education Masters program and is now a high school agricultural education teacher in western Ohio.

December 12, 2020

Congratulations to Madi Baughman for being named as a 2020 Orange Gown recipient of the Ferguson College of Agriculture.

October 29, 2020

Jessica Toombs, agricultural education Ph.D. candidate places second in her heat of Oklahoma State University’s Three-Minute Thesis Competition held October 19.

September 24, 2020

The Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership hosted the 14th annual Future Agriculture Education Teacher Academy in June 2020. This program was designed to encourage and promote the teaching of high school agricultural education as a positive and promising college major and career choice.

September 21, 2020

Agricultural Communications Alumnus Clinton Griffiths was named Farm Broadcaster of the Year for 2020. Griffiths serves as the anchor and editorial director for AgDay  Television and was recently named the 12th editor of Farm Journal magazine.

July 8, 2020

The Oklahoma State University/A&M Board of Regents approved the academic advancement of three faculty from the Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership at their recent board meeting.

June 29, 2020

Dr. Shane Robinson was recently honored as an AAAE Fellow at the recent AAAE conference. The AAAE Fellows are recognized for their exceptional and sustained contributions to the agricultural education profession throughout their career.

June 16, 2020

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education Communications and Leadership (AECL) faculty and students participated in the international conference of the Association for International Agriculture and Extension Educators in May.

June 5, 2020

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education Communications and Leadership (AECL) faculty and students recently participated in the National American Association for Agricultural Education (AAAE) Conference.

May 7, 2020

The Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership recently awarded scholarships to students for the 2020-2021 academic year.

May 4, 2020

The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership is pleased to welcome Kaylee Travis as a lecturer in agricultural communications.