Kayla Paglia

Bio

Kayla Paglia is a first year doctoral student in Agricultural Education and Human Sciences. She originates from the central coast of California and was involved in both 4-H and FFA. She attended California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo where she received her Bachelor’s in Agriculture Science, Poultry Science Minor, Agriculture Teaching credential, and Masters of Agricultural Education. She worked for three years at Ann Sobrato High School in Morgan Hill, CA teaching Food Science, Introduction to Agriculture Mechanics, and dual-enrolled Agriculture Welding.

She always thought she would pursue an online Ed.D. in the future, but when her husband was presented the opportunity to begin his Ph.D. in Food Science here at NC State, they decided to take the leap of faith and move across the country to pursue their degrees at the same time. Her goal after the program is to become a teacher educator. In her spare time Kayla loves to read, explore the outdoors, and spend time with family and friends.

Primary Teaching Responsibilities

• AEE 322: Experiential Learning in Agriculture
• AEE 426: Methods of Teaching Agriculture

Professional Honors/Offices/Recognitions

• 2021: Dorthea Sabol Exemplary New Teacher Award Quasi Endowment, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Area(s) of Expertise

• Agricultural Education