Month: October 2017

ACEL Weekly Update – October 11, 2017 (Lots of jobs!)

Upcoming Events
October 17 – CFAES Career Expo, 2-6pm, Fawcett Center
October 18 – Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow meeting, 6pm, Ag Admin 205
October 31 – Agricultural Education Society Meeting, 7pm, Ag Admin Auditorium
November 1 – Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow meeting, 6pm, Ag Admin 205
November 14 – Agricultural Education Society Meeting, 7pm, Ag Admin Auditorium
November 15 – Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow meeting, 6pm, Ag Admin 205
November 28 – Agricultural Education Society Meeting, 7pm, Ag Admin Auditorium
December 6 – Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow meeting, 6pm, Ag Admin 205

News
On our website

Check back next week!

On our Blog

ACEL In the News

Stephen Heppe, alum ’05, ’07, From 4-Her to 4-H leader, Farm and Dairy
ACEL Students, Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation awards scholarships to students, Farm and Dairy
Pam Bennett, alum ’00, Kudos to Master Gardeners and a local recycling imitative, Akron Star Beacon
Dee Jepsen, alum ’97, Preventing combine fires, Farm and Dairy
Alexis Howell, agriscience education student, End is near for University City Center, The Lantern

Student Focus Groups for Recruitment
University Marketing is currently looking for students to participate in focus groups to discuss their experiences at and thoughts about Ohio State. Examples of questions they may ask include “What made you decided to attend Ohio State? What does it mean to be a student at Ohio State? What would you tell your younger family members or friends about Ohio State if they said they were interested in attending Ohio State?”
There will be two sessions available later this month, but you would need to sign up for just one. Participating students will receive a Starbucks gift card at the end of the focus group. Below you’ll find the details. To reserve a spot, fill out the following survey:
What: University Marketing focus groups
When: Tuesday, October 24 or Wednesday, October 25; 5:15-7 pm on both evenings
Where: Ohio Union, room to be confirmed
Misc: Casual dress, pizza and drinks to be provided

ACEL Centennial Shirts
Agricultural Education Society is selling t-shirts and sweatshirts to celebrate the ACEL Centennial. Shirts are heather red with the white centennial logo on the front. T-shirts ($15)  can be purchased at any Agricultural Education Society Meeting or in 208 Agricultural Administration.

ACEL Centennial Sweatshirts
SWEATSHIRTS ARE IN! If you placed an order with Agricultural Education Society to order an ACEL Centennial sweatshirt, you can pick it up in 208 next week!

Scholarships

NCGA, BASF Accepting Applications for 2018 Ag Scholarships
The National Corn Growers Association is again offering its William C. Berg Academic Excellence in Agriculture Scholarship thanks to the sponsorship of BASF Corporation. Five $1,000 scholarships are available to college students (sophomores, juniors, seniors, graduate students and Ph.D. candidates) who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in an agricultural, agribusiness or an ag-vocation field.
The five scholarship winners will be announced at NCGA’s annual trade show and convention, Commodity Classic, which will be held on February 27 – March 1, 2018 in Anaheim, California. Applicants or a parent/guardian must be a member of NCGA. Funds are for the 2018-2019 school year.  Past scholarship winners, employees and the families of employees of any division of BASF or their subsidiaries or NCGA are not eligible for the scholarship. Students may apply for membership at NCGA.com.Applications must be postmarked on or before December 1, 2017. The application is available at: http://www.ncga.com/scholarships.

Education Abroad
Check back next week!

Internship and Job Opportunities
Internship Openings

Certified Angus Beef – communication intern
Charlotte Bridge Home – Community Outreach and Communications Intern
Crain’s Cleveland Business – Events & Marketing Intern
Farm Bureau Financial Services – Young Farmer & Leadership Intern
Farm Credit Mid-American – Intern-Government and Legislative Affairs
Fishpeople Seafood – Intern – Content Creation Internship
Kisling, Nestico & Redick – Communications and Marketing Intern
Smithsonian – Internships
University of Kentucky – Cooperative Extension Intern
United Producers – Communication Intern (Talk with UPI at the CFAES Career Expo next week!)

Full-Time Job Openings
AGCO – Manager, Public Relations Job
Alabama Cattlemen’s – Director of Education and Outreach Position
American Chemical Society – Development Editor
American Seed Trade Association – Marketing & Communications Manager
Arabian Horse Association – Marketing Coordinator
BASF Corporation – Communications Manager – Issues and Brand Management
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation – Program Assistant, Gender Equality
Boeing – Communications and Branding Specialist
Boehringer Ingelheim – Marketing Manager – Equine
Community Partnerships of the Ozarks – Farm to School Program Coordinator
Country Financial – Senior Communications Specialist
Cornell University – Agriculture Program Coordinator
CPS Recruitment – Assistant Manager of Marketing and Communications
Delaware County Juvenile Court – CASA Volunteer Coordinator
Equine Advocates – Social Media / Communications Manager
Facebook – Journalism Partnership Manager
Fairfield County Heritage Association – Executive Director
Firestone Building Products – Brand Manager
Full Circle Farm Sanctuary – Animal Care Coordinator
Georgia Farm Bureau – Public Policy-Agricultural Programs Specialist
Godman Guild Association – Adult and Community Education Director
Hunter Museum of Art – Special Events Coordinator
Iowa Poultry Association – Director of Industry Affairs
Joni and Friends – Communications Coordinator
Kauai Humane Society – Full-Time Volunteer Engagement Manager
Kansas Corn Growers Association – Kansas Corn Collegiate Coordinator
Kentucky Cattlemen’s – Graphic Designer
Michigan State Extension, Gratiot County – Swine Production Educator
MidAtlantic Farm Credit – Director of Communications & Creative Services
MidOhio Foodbank – Food Assistance Outreach Coordinator
Mississippi State University, Ag Communications – Broadcast TV Producer
New Mexico State University – Extension Agricultural Agent
New Horizons Ranch & Center – Child Development Specialist
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. – Assistant Global Brand Communications Manager
Ohio Health – Director Philanthropy Operations – 955515
Ohio State, Biomedical Engineering – Communication Assistant (on HireABuckeye/FutureLInk)
Pancriatic Cancer Action Network – Community Event Manager
Penn State University – Extension Educator (Assistant Extension Educator)
Peoples’ Self Help Housing Coordinator – Marketing and Volunteer Coordinator
Pinedale Roundup – Newspaper Editor In Wyoming Mountain Town
Preble County Habitat for Humanity – Executive Director
Project Chimps – Media & Outreach Coordinator
Purdue University – Communications Manager
Purdue University – Extension Educator, Ag & Natural Resources/Community Development
Stark Parks – Education Manager
Texas Corn Producers – Communications Coordinator
Toklat – Social Media / Graphics and Marketing Assistant
Turning Point Rape Crisis Center – Volunteer Coordinator
US Customs and Border Protection – Writer Editor
University of Alabama, Birmingham – PROGRAM COORDINATOR II
University of Florida – Agricultural Communication faculty member
University of Illinois – Agricultural Communication Professor
University of Kentucky, Agriculture – Production/Marketing Coordinator
University of Maryland Eastern Shore – Assistant or Associate Professor: Agricultural Education and Communication
University of Texas – Student Program Coordinator
Washington State University – Extension Coordinator

Extension and Teaching Jobs

Ohio Ag Ed Openings

North Carolina Ag Ed Openings
Texas Ag Ed Openings
New Mexico Ag Ed Openings
Colorado Ag Ed Openings
Arkansas Ag Ed Openings
Pennsylvania Ag Ed Openings
Michigan Ag Ed Openings
Indiana Ag Ed Openings
Tennessee Ag Ed Openings

Graduate School
Check back next week!

Jobs to check out on Hire-A-Buckeye 
(must be logged in to Hire-A-Buckeye to see these job listings)
Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership

Volunteer Opportunities
Check back next week!

Alumni Spotlight: Kelly Newlon, ’98

 

 

Kelly Newlon came to Ohio State from Perry County, Ohio. She now works for the University as the Director of Education Abroad for the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, a position she has held for 10 years. With her job, she has been able to travel to all seven continents!

[ACEL]: Hi Kelly! You completed your undergraduate degree in agricultural education. Why did you select that?
[Newlon]: I knew I wanted to pursue higher education administration by the end of my sophomore year. I had a love for CFAES and agricultural education and knew it would provide an excellent foundation for my career.

Why did you choose to attend The Ohio State University?
I am a third generation Buckeye and grew up coming to football and basketball games, imitating the drum major and knowing the cheers. There really was no other university in my mind.

What classes did you enjoy the most while at Ohio State?
My production agriculture minor courses are what impress people in my general life the most today. People think it is cool that I know how to weld and select animals for breeding based on their EPDs. I also did some cool things with classes, most fun was earning my private pilot’s license.

What professor, faculty, or staff member had an impact on your education/career? How?
It is hard to think back now and think of what I thought as a student, but through my professional career Dr. Ray Miller made a huge impact. His quiet humility and extreme work ethic were exemplars for all around him.

How did your education at Ohio State influence your choice of career or your career path?
I studied abroad between my freshman and sophomore year and on the program met a student who was serving as a University Ambassador. She encouraged me to apply to be an ambassador and I got the job! As I have developed professionally I gained skills and it has taken me back to the classroom at the college level and I am ever grateful for having classroom management and student teaching course content.

What were you involved in as an Ohio State student?
My primary involvement was as a University Ambassador and Alpha Sigma Upsilon sorority. I was also involved in CFAES Student Council, the Recognition Banquet Committee, Collegiate 4-H, Sphinx and Bucket and Dipper.

What is your favorite memory related to your time at Ohio State?
Nothing beats the goose bumps I feel when the drum major comes running down the ramp during a home game against TTUN. The anticipation of the game to come and the comradely shared with those around you is unequaled.

What was your first job following your education at Ohio State?
I was the assistant director of admissions at Indian University in Bloomington, IN.

What other schools have you worked for during your career?
Indiana University, Capital University, The Ohio State University.

During your career, have you received any awards or honors? If so, what are those?
I have received the University Outstanding Student Organization Advisor award twice, Dr. L.H. Newcomb Excellence in Leadership and Service Award in 2015, Sphinx/Mortar Board Senior Honorary Faculty and Staff Award four times.

As of today, what is your favorite career highlight?
I love my work and take pride in the small moments of seeing students grow on programs. It is pretty cool that my career has taken me to seven continents though!

What professional organizations have you been involved with during your career?
North American College Teachers of Agriculture, National Agricultural Alumni and Development Association, National Association of Foreign Student Advisors, Forum on International Education, Diversity Abroad, National Association of College Admissions Councilors.

How are you involved in your community outside of your profession?
I have continues to advise Alpha Sigma Upsilon and helped found an alumnae association. I have also been active in the United Methodist Church including choir membership.

What advice would you give to a current student?
Be strategic and plan for your future, but always keep an eye out for how you could improve upon that vision. Don’t rule anything out!

What did ACEL cultivate in you? How?
ACEL is all about servant leadership and I take great pride in being in a career that allows me to build a workforce that will give back and grow Ohio communities.

Newlon visited her seventh continent this summer when she visited Tanzania.

 

Newlon spent time in Antarctica a few years ago, learning about and experiencing a new education abroad program.

 

Alumni Spotlight: Daney Jackson, ’94

Daney Jackson came to Ohio State to obtain a doctorate in agricultural and extension education. Graduating in 1994 with that degree, he moved on to work for a number of extension services, the United States Department of Agriculture and now with the Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture. Jackson now resides in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania.

[ACEL]: Hi Daney! Why did you decide to get a Ph.D. at Ohio State?
[Jackson]: Having already started a career in Extension, deciding to get a Ph.D. was a commitment down that path.  I did examine some other routes but the Ph.D. in Agricultural and Extension Education was the best fit for my professional path.

It was OSU’s reputation, and the school’s focus on leadership development—which I have found to be particularly valuable. I was later able to build on a strong foundation of leadership skills as the responsibilities associated with successive positions I have held during my career grew over time. This proved true whether I was working in an academic setting, making decisions on the ground in international development overseas, or coordinating agricultural programs across federal agencies—including USDA, the U.S. Agency for International Development and the Defense Department.

How did your education at Ohio State influence your choice of career or your career path?
More than influencing my career choice, it confirmed my direction and gave me the preparation and confidence to succeed. I cannot over-stress the importance of preparation and confidence, especially in the field of international agricultural development, where challenges can change at a rapid pace, and where these two traits are closely connected. I see them in action on a near daily basis in my role as director and technical lead of agricultural extension at Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture—an international non-profit that promotes international agricultural development. CNFA’s detailed preparation for the projects we undertake allows us to proceed with a high level of confidence that we can accomplish our program objectives and fulfill our mission. And it’s a critical mission: To sustainably grow the food we will need to feed the world’s growing population—9 billion people 50 years from now.

Were you involved in a student organization?
During my time at Ohio State, I was a member of the Graduate Student Association and served as program chair.

What classes did you enjoy the most while at Ohio State?
Research series was one that challenged and interested me the most. I learned a lot from it. Overall, I enjoyed classes relations to my work in Extension.

What professor, faculty or staff member had an impact on your education/career? How?
It is hard to name just a few as each one of them played a very important role in shaping my career and life.  Jo Jones, Nikki Conklin, Richard Clark, Mac McCaslin, Kirby Barrick, and many others became colleagues, lifelong friends and mentors.

What is your favorite memory related to your time at Ohio State?
Graduation Day.  The day I received my degree is still a very important day to me.

What was your first job following your education at Ohio State?
I returned to Mississippi State University as an extension agent, but my first job after completing my doctorate was to become District Director for Ohio’s South District for OSU Extension.

For what schools, companies and/or organizations have you worked throughout your career? Mississippi State University, Ohio State University, Pennsylvania State University, USDA Foreign Agriculture Service, CNFA (Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture).

What advice would you give to a current student?
Never let things under your control limit your possibilities. Focus on where you want to be in five and 10 years, and work toward those goals. You may be surprised how far you are able to go. I am fortunate that I have been able to pursue my career in agriculture in a multitude of ways—in different roles, diverse work environments, and many nations. My career path has led to my current position in international development, which is perhaps the best of all worlds because it serves so many positive functions. CNFA’s USAID-funded projects, for example, help to feed people in underdeveloped regions of the world, bolster U.S. national security by increasing prosperity in fragile nations, and often even create U.S. jobs that support our efforts.

What did ACEL cultivate in you? How?
ACEL gave me the confidence to take an administrative role where I could build leadership capacities in others. Knowing that your work helps make a difference is truly a wonderful experience.

 

 

Daney and Max Jackson

Log in