Students

Dec 8, 2023

From Rural Roots to Extension Excellence

Growing up surrounded by cattle and the Christmas tree industry in Ashe County, Alex Kissinger developed a profound connection to agriculture. This passion for farming grew during high school, his… 

Oct 10, 2023

Cultivating a Future in Agricultural Education: Meet Katlyn Foy

Growing up in the midst of family farming operations, Katlyn Foy gained a profound understanding of the values of hard work and dedication embedded in agriculture. 

Jul 21, 2023

Championing Resilience and Advocacy

YFCS graduate student, Kimberley Cheatham, recalls her educational journey and how a major event altered the trajectory of her life. 

Jun 22, 2023

North Carolina FFA President Finds Home at NC State

As Sydney Loflin reflects on her year as state FFA president, she’s eager to continue exploring her interest in agricultural communications in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 

May 8, 2023

Ford Earns NC State GSA Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award

Jillian Ford, an AEE doctoral student, was recognized with the NC State Graduate Student Association's Teaching Award. 

Jan 11, 2023

YFCS Students In Action: Meet Wesley Berry 

Check out our January student spotlight on YFCS student Wesley Berry. Learn why he chose the YFCS program and the experiences with our excellent faculty. 

Nov 8, 2022

MacKenna Clifton Elected as National FFA Officer

After 26 years, North Carolina has a representative as a National FFA Officer. MacKenna Clifton, a junior studying agricultural education, now serves as the Southern Region Vice President. 

Oct 24, 2022

AEE Doctoral Student Gakpo Awarded University Graduate Fellowship

Joseph Gakpo was recently awarded an University Graduate Fellowship from the Office of the Provost. 

Sep 30, 2022

Study Analyzes Pathways for Agricultural Students

In collaboration with colleagues at NC State University, Katie McKee recently co-authored an article on agricultural pathways that lead students to enroll at NC State. 

Sep 12, 2022

YFCS Graduate Student Awarded the Friday Medal

Joann Blumenfeld, a YFCS Graduate Certificate student, was awarded the 2022 Friday Medal from the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation.