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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Four seniors from the Ferguson College of Agriculture have been named 2021-2022 Outstanding Seniors by the Oklahoma State University Alumni Association.
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
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.
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
JD is a 2017 Agricultural Communications, alumnus and currently serves as the president of Rosman Enterprises and Oklahoma Youth Expo vice president of communications.
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.
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.
The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership is pleased to welcome Linnea Langusch as a lecturer in agricultural communications.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jamie Halfmann is a 2014 alumna of our Agricultural Communications program and is now a pasture and land management territory manager for Corteva Agriscience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jessica Toombs, agricultural education Ph.D. candidate places second in her heat of Oklahoma State University’s Three-Minute Thesis Competition held October 19.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Oklahoma State University Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership is pleased to welcome Kaylee Travis as a lecturer in agricultural communications.