Upcoming Events:

April 1 – ACT’s Earl McMunn Contemporary Issues in Agriculture Forum
April 14 – Ag Ed Society Meeting, 7:15pm, AA Auditorium
April 15 – ACT Meeting, 6pm, 108 AA
April 16 – CFAES Recognition Banquet
April 21 – ACEL Spring Recognition Event, 6:30pm, Ag Admin Auditorium
April 24 – CFAES AgLympics, Plumb Hall Lawn

News:

ACEL Spring Recognition Event Date Set
The 2^nd Annual ACEL Spring Recognition Event will be held on Tuesday, April 21. Additional details will be emailed soon!

National FFA Convention and Expo Accepting Applications for Workshop Presenters

The National FFA Organization will be selecting presenters to deliver workshops at the 88th National FFA Convention& Expo in Louisville, Ky. Workshop presenters will present at least one workshop that they write themselves. Theworkshop objectives will be cross-walked to the National FFA Organization’s precepts for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. Deadline for application is June 15. Additional details available here.

Employers on Campus (EOC) – Students Can Meet With Employers
Employers on Campus is an opportunity for students to visit with employers, no appointment needed! The student may ask for an employer to review their resume or cover letter, conduct a mock interview or ask for career insight. The following companies will be on campus in the CFAES Library and Student Success Center:

• The Columbus Metro Parks will be on campus March 31 from 12-4pm. Metro Parks is a public agency serving the citizens of Central Ohio by providing a regional system of clean, safe, natural area parks. There are 17 outstanding natural area parks with more than 200 miles of trails and over 27,000 acres of land in seven Central Ohio counties.
• Consolidated Grain and Barge will be on campus April 16 from 9am – 12pm. CGB provides an array of services for grain farmers from buying, storing, selling and shipping of the crop, to financing and risk management.
• Ohio Ecological, Food and Farm Association will be on campus April 21 from 11am-2pm. OEFFA is a grassroots coalition of farmers, backyard gardeners, consumers, retailers, educators, researchers and others who share a desire to build a healthy food system that brings prosperity to family farmers, meets the growing consumer demand for local food, creates economic opportunities for our rural communities and safeguards the environment.

Study Abroad Updates
Information Sessions:
Antarctica: Human Impact on a Fragile Environment
Wednesday, March 25 from 5:15 to 6:15pm in Agricultural Administration Building 205
Chile: Agriculture and Agroecosystems
Tuesday, March 24 from 1:45 to 2:30pm Parker Food Science and Technology 120
Tuesday, March 24 from 2:45 to 3:30pm in Parker Food Science and Technology 120
Ireland: Human and Animal Interactions

Now Hiring Residence Hall Peer Tutors
The Office of Residence Life is currently hiring peer tutors for the 2015-16 academic year. Peer Tutors work in one of 8 residence halls (Monday-Wednesday) or Younkin Success Center (Sunday-Thursday) from 7-9 PM. We specialize in math, physics and chemistry, but can also tutor in many other areas. Applications are due to tutoring@osu.edu by April 3. For more information, check out http://housing.osu.edu/jobs/peer-tutors/.
Information Sessions on USDA Careers
Several sessions will be offered in March and April, Sessions will be held: 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM (EST), Register at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/USDAInfoSessionsRegistration_2015

Topics covered will be:
·         An Overview of USDA
·         An Introduction to USDA Careers
·         Basic Qualifications and Application Process by Program Type
·         Available Opportunities in Our Mission Areas

Scholarships:

Syngenta Agricultural Scholarship
Our commitment to the future of agriculture is evident in our innovative technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow more from less. Additionally, we are committed to cultivating tomorrow’s ag leaders, as integral contributors to long-term sustainability efforts. Are you a college student who is passionate about progressing sustainable agriculture and addressing the global food security challenge through plant science? If so, we invite you to compete for a portion of $20,000 in available awards to help grow your future. Applications for the Syngenta Agricultural Scholarship are currently being accepted. http://www.syngenta-us.com/scholarships/

Ohio Newspaper Foundation Scholarship
The Ohio Newspapers Foundation will award three scholarships of $1,500 each to students who are enrolled in an Ohio college or university and majoring in a field relevant to our industry, particularly journalism, advertising, marketing, or communications degree program. http://www.ohionews.org/aws/ONA/pt/sp/foundation_scholarships Deadline March 31, 2015

Yamaha-ACT Scholarship
The Yamaha-ACT Scholarship Program Sponsored by Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A. Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., is pleased to continue its scholarship program in 2014-15 for student members of the Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT). Yamaha recognizes the agricultural/farming industry as an important community for ATV and Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles, and through this program Yamaha aims to:

• Provide ACT students with assistance where they seek it most: professional development
• Promote and encourage safe and responsible use of ATVs and SxS vehicles
• Introduce additional members of the agriculture/farming community to Yamaha products

These scholarships are intended for students interested in pursuing a career in agricultural communications. By reaching out to students in this capacity, Yamaha is striving to reach the future of the industry and recruit assistance in communicating messages of safe, responsible ATV and SxS use to the greater agriculture/farming community now and in the future. Please see the Yamaha-ACT Scholarship Program application for more details. 2015 Yamaha-ACT Cover Letter,  2015 Yamaha-ACT Application, 2015 ATV-SxS Safety Recommendations

International Foodservice Editorial Council Scholarships
IFEC is a non-profit membership association. Its 250 members include writers and editors, public relations and marketing communications professionals, educators and consultants working in and with the foodservice media. Through its scholarship program, IFEC strives to increase awareness and understanding of career opportunities available in the field of foodservice communications and to encourage the entry of qualified individuals into the field. The number and amounts may vary. In recent years, four to six awards in amounts of $500 to $4,000 have been granted. A committee made up of members of the International Foodservice Editorial Council (IFEC) reviews the applications and selects the winners. Scholarship recipients are notified by mid-July.
http://www.ifeconline.com/scholarship_info.cfm

Internships & Jobs: All New!!

Internship Openings
American Royal – Internships (Education, Sales, event planning, and more)  (Kansas City, Missouri)
Centers for Families and Children – Marketing and Communication Intern (Cleveland, Ohio)
City of Dublin – Volunteer Resources Intern (Dublin, Ohio)
FLM+ – Ag Communications Intern (Fall 2015) (Washington DC)
Jungle Jims International Market – Graphic Artist Marketing Internship (Fairfield, Ohio)
Kuhn North America – Video Production Intern/Co-op (Brodhead, Wisconsin)
Land O’Lakes – Public Relations Internship (Arden Hills, Minnesota)
Michigan State Lottery – Graphic Design Intern (Lansing, Michigan)
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association – Public Policy Internship (Washington DC)
National Grange – Internship (Washington DC)
National FFA  – Program Evaluation and Assessment Intern (Indianapolis, Indiana)
National FFA – Stewardship Intern (Indianapolis, Indiana)
Ohio Farm Bureau Federation – State Fair Ambassadors (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Communication Intern (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio University – Public Relations Internship (Athens, Ohio)

Full-Time Job Openings
American Soybean Assoication – Membership Development and Engagement Manager (Washington DC)
American Cancer Society – Community Events Specialist (Cincinnati, Ohio)
American Rivers – Associate Director of Media Relations (Washington DC)
American Public Transportation Association – Program Manager Communications (Washington DC)
American Beverage Association – Director of Communications (Washington DC)
Archdiocese of Cincinnati – PT Communications Coordinator (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Archdiocese of Cincinnati – Director of Communications (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Archdiocese of Cincinnati – PT Creative Writer/Marketing (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Auburn University – Communication Specialist (Auburn, Alabama)
Bath & Body Works – Graphic Designer (Reynoldsburg, Ohio)
Boston Museum of Science – Internship Coordinator (Boston, Massachusetts)
Breckenridge Village – Social Media/Public Relations Coordinator (Willoughby, Ohio)
Canadian Hereford Association – Programs and Media Coordinator (Calgary, Alberta)
Cardinal Health – Public Relations, Director (Dublin, Ohio)
Clermont County Public Library – Graphic Designer (Owensville, Ohio)
Cleveland Sight Center – Volunteer Manager (Cleveland, Ohio)
Cincinnati Museum Center – Adult Programs and Volunteer Coordinator (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Cincinnati Nature Center – Early Childhood Educator (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra – Director of Special Campaigns (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra – Director of Community Engagement and Learning (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra – Director of Volunteers (Cincinnati, Ohio)
City of Covington – Marketing & Communications Director (Covington, Kentucky)
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium – Community Programs Lead, Seasonal (Columbus, Ohio)
Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development – Volunteer Coordinator (Coshocton, Ohio)
Dairy Management Inc – Editor In Chief, Dairy Good Publishing (Rosemont, Illinois)
Dupont – Marketing Communication Manager (Johnston, Iowa)
Eddie Bauer – Social Media Representative (Groveport, Ohio)
Entrepreneurs’ Organization – Leadership Coordinator (Alexandria, Virginia)
Five Rivers Metro Parks – PT Market Coordinator (Dayton, Ohio)
Foundation for Appalachian Ohio – Annual Fund and Communication Assistant (Nelsonville, Ohio)
Fruit of the Loom – Marketing Manager (Bowling Green, Kentucky)
Generation Infocus – Graphic Designer and Social Media Specialist (Atlanta, Georgia)
Georgia Tech – Communications Manager (Atlanta, Georgia)
Generac – Graphic Designer (Marietta, Georgia)
Goodwill Ohio – Manager  of Media and Marketing Communications (Grandview, Ohio)
Grocery Manufacturers Association – Director, Media Relations (Washington DC)
Grocery Manufacturers Association – Manager, Social Media Engagement (Washington DC)
Helena – HR communication Specialist (Collierville, Tennessee)
Houston Zoo – Graphic Designer (Houston, Texas)
Honda North American – Corporate Communications Specialist (Marysville, Ohio)
International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions – Manager of Event Marketing (Washington DC)
iHeartMedia Inc – Graphic Designer (Atlanta, Georgia)
Kings County – Communication Specialist/ Graphic Designer (Seattle, Washington)
Kroger – Marketing Coordinator (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Land O’Lakes – Interactive Designer (Shoreview, Minnesota)
Living Desert – Volunteer Program Manager (Palm Desert, California)
Marathon Petroleum Corp – Communications Manager (Findlay, Ohio)
Mercer University – Graphic Designer (Atlanta, Georgia)
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture – Coordinator, Member Services
National Corn Growers Association – Marketing Manager (St. Louis, Missouri)
National FFA – Regional Director
National FFA – Sponsor Engagement Coordinator
National Association of Counties – Director of Public Affairs (Washington DC)
Northwest Trek – Communications and Marketing Manager (Eatonville, Washington)
Ohio Consumers Council – Communication Specialist (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio Historical Society – Online Marketing Coordinator (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio Farm Bureau Federation – County Program Assistant (Jackson, Ohio)
Ohio State, Knowlton School of Architecture – Public Relations Coordinator (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio State, Marketing – Campaign Manager (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio State, Office of Energy and Environment – Communications Specialist (Columbus, Ohio)
Outfront Media – Graphic Artist (Atlanta, Georgia)
Outdooor News – Graphic Designer (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
Produce Marketing Association – VP Marketing Association (Newark, Deleware)
PolyOne Corporation – Marketing Communication Specialist (Avon Lake, Ohio)
Recreational Vehicle Industry Association – Member Services Coordinator (Reston, Virginia)
Rocky Mountain Equipment – Communications Advisor (Calgary, Alberta)
Rocky Brands – Marketing Coordinator (Los Angeles, California)
Salvation Army – Kettle and Volunteer Coordinator (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Speedway LLC – Graphic Designer (Enon, Ohio)
Something New Floral and Events – Graphic Design (Canfield, Ohio)
State of Ohio, Insurance – Public Information Officer (Columbus, Ohio)
State of Ohio, Consumers’ Counsel – Communication Specialist (Columbus, Ohio)
St. Mary Macedonian Orthodox Cathedral – Event Planner/Coordinator (Reynoldsburg, Ohio)
The Creative Group – Jr. Graphic Designer (Atlanta, Georgia)
United Motorcoach Association – Director of Marketing and Membership (Washington DC)
Valent – Strategic Communications Manager (Walnut Creek, California)
Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce – Digital Communication & Marketing Coordinator (Willoughby, Ohio)
YWCA – Conference and Leadership Director, Camp Kern (Oregonia, Ohio)

Extension and Teaching Jobs
Ohio Ag Ed Openings
OSU Extension, Henry County – Extension Educator, 4-H
OSU Extension, Holmes County – Extension Educator, 4-H
OSU Extension, Lorain County – Extension Educator, 4-H
OSU Extension, Madison County – Extension Educator, 4-H
OSU Extension, Cuyahoga County – Extension Educator, Community Development
OSU Extension, Marion County – Extension Educator, ANR

Jobs to check out on Hire-A-Buckeye
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Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership

Upcoming Events:

March 25 – Ag Ed Society’s Influential Buckeyes, 6-8pm, Ag Admin Auditorium
April 1 – ACT’s Earl McMunn Contemporary Issues in Agriculture Forum
April 14 – Ag Ed Society Meeting, 7:15pm, AA Auditorium
April 15 – ACT Meeting, 6pm, 108 AA
April 16 – CFAES Recognition Banquet – Tickets now on sale!
April 21 – ACEL Spring Recognition Event, AA Auditorium
April 24 – CFAES AgLympics

News:

ACEL Spring Recognition Event Date Set
The 2^nd Annual ACEL Spring Recognition Event will be held on Tuesday, April 21. Additional details will be emailed soon!

East Ohio Women in Agriculture Conference
The second annual East Ohio Women in Agriculture Conference will be March 27, 2015 at the Kent State University Tuscarawas Branch in New Philadelphia. This year’s program will feature 12 break-out sessions related to: Business & Finance, Production- Made/Grown, Entrepreneurial, and Family & Community. The keynote speaker will be agricultural attorney, Kristi Wilhemy. There is also a youth track with sessions presented by Ohio FFA Association state officers. Register online with credit card at www.regonline.com/womeninageast or complete and send this registration form by clicking here.

TeachAgOhio.org
Know someone who would make a great Agricultural Educator? Have current students interested in teaching Agriculture as a career? Check out TeachAgOhio.org to submit their name and contact information or direct them to this site for a comprehensive look at how to become a teacher of agriculture in the state of Ohio.

Apply to be a National Teach Ag Ambassador
Each year the National Teach Ag Campaign selects an elite group of agricultural education majors to represent the profession and encourage others to teach agriculture.Learn more about the National Teach Ag Ambassador program,See our current and past Teach Ag Ambassadors,Apply to be a 2015-2016 National Teach Ag Ambassador Applications are due March 16, 2015!

Employers on Campus (EOC)
Employers on Campus is a new opportunity for students to interact with potential employers. Come to the new CFAES Student Success Center and Library in the Agricultural Administration Building and meet with employers, no appointment required. EOCs have been designed to mutually benefit students and employers by building relationships, providing career advice and more. Different employers will host office hours in the Success Center where students can have their resumes reviewed, conduct a quick mock interview or just learn more about the company.

The following companies will be present during the month of March:
·        March 12 – 10a-3p: Columbus Recreation and Parks
·        March 24 – 10a-3p: Cooper Farms
·        March 26 – 1p-4p: Total Quality Logistics

Study Abroad Updates
Information Sessions
Antarctica: Human Impact on a Fragile Environment
Friday, March 6 from 2:00 to 3:00pm in Agricultural Administration Building 205
Wednesday, March 25 from 5:15 to 6:15pm in Agricultural Administration Building 205
Chile: Agriculture and Agroecosystems
Tuesday, March 24 from 1:45 to 2:30pm Parker Food Science and Technology 120
Tuesday, March 24 from 2:45 to 3:30pm in Parker Food Science and Technology 120
Ireland: Human and Animal Interactions
Thursday, March 12, 2015 from 11:00am to 12:00pm in Animal Sciences 212

Paid Summer Research Opportunity at Ohio State:  Center for Higher Education Enterprise (CHEE) NSF-REU
The Center for Higher Education Enterprise (CHEE) is seeking rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors interested in doing research that helps solve a critical problem.
Research assistants in CHEE will have the opportunity to work on one of the following projects:
College success of foster care youth alumni study
College success of private independent school alumni study
College success of rural youth study
As a CHEE Research Assistant, you will:
Conduct literature reviews
Assist with program evaluation
Learn a diversity of research methods
Work with a diverse staff
Students interested in one of the above three studies, should apply to chee@osu.edu by March 25, and include a resume, contact information for 3 professional references, and should note projects of interest in the body of their email.  Contact Derrick Tillman-Kelly at chee@osu.edu with questions.

Apply To Be Commencement Ever Candlelight Ceremony Speaker 
Join 5,000 – 6,000 Buckeye community members as the Commencement Eve Speaker. This prestigious honor allows select graduating Ohio State student(s) to speak to their peers and highlight their Ohio State journey. The Commencement Eve Speaker applications are due by Friday, March 13th at 5:00PM. To learn more, please visit http://commencementweek.osu.edu/speaker. For questions, please contact the Commencement Week chair, Brett Bejcek.

Financial Wellness Workshops
Graduating Soon? Take advantage of this FREE workshop series to prepare yourself financially for life after college.
March 11 Session 2: The importance of credit, 6-8 p.m., Fawcett Center
April 8th Session 3: How to get ahead and protect yourself in the process, 6-8 p.m., Longaberger Alumni House
Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Parking is free. Register here! https://connect1.osu.edu/alumni/page.aspx?pid=1098.

Applications Open for LeaderShape 2015
Looking for an incredible leadership experience this upcoming summer? Applications for the LeaderShape Institute are now open! LeaderShape is a six day, residential, life-changing experience that focuses on leading with integrity. There is no cost to participate thanks to sponsorship from Coca Cola and The Office of Student Life. Applications are due Friday March 27^th. To learn more and apply for this experience check out leadershape.osu.edu or reach out to the program coordinator, Matt Van Jura (Vanjura.1@osu.edu) for more information.

Free Lunch with Business and Community Leaders-Leadership Luncheons
The Office of Student Life’s Buckeye Leadership Fellows Program in partnership with Leadership Columbus invites OSU Students to its “Leadership Luncheon Series.”
Enjoy a complimentary lunch and get to know some outstanding business and community leaders.  Space is limited so please sign up early.  We limit the audience to encourage meaningful conversation between the students and the speaker.  The luncheons are hosted in Sloopy’s Diner in the Ohio Union.  This opportunity is open to all undergraduate, graduate and professional students.
Reserve your seat today by clicking here.

Plan for Sibs and Kids Weekend 2015: March 27 – March 29
It is time to start making plans for Sibs and Kids Weekend 2015.  Sibs and Kids Weekend is an opportunity for current students to bring their siblings, children, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends to campus to experience what Ohio State has to offer.  Last year this event attracted over 2500 guests to campus to experience life as a Buckeye.  Registration for this weekend is $5 and all pre-registered guests will receive a Sibs and Kids Weekend Souvenir. Student organizations are encouraged to host events during Sibs and Kids Weekend to showcase your groups and your Buckeye pride!  If you and your student organization wish to host an event on campus during the weekend or advertise an event you are hosting, please contact our Parent and Family Relations Office via phone at 614-292-9153 or email at parentandfamily@osu.edu.  All guests receive a weekend events calendar promoting all events upon check-in. For more information on Sibs and Kids Weekend or to register a “Sib”, visit the Parent and Family Relations Website at go.osu.edu/sibsandkids .

Scholarships

CHS Foundation Offers Scholarship Opportunities for Ag Students
The CHS Foundation is awarding 100 $1,000 scholarships to students planning to study an agricultural field at a two or four-year college. Applications are due April 1, 2015.

Internships & Jobs – All New!!

Internship Openings
American Sugarbeet Growers Association – Internship Program (Washington DC)
AES – Communications Intern (Dayton, Ohio)
Alma & Co – Social Media and Blogger Internship (Atlanta, Georgia)
City of Southlake – Communications Intern (Southlake, Texas)
Crain Communications Inc – Editorial Intern (Cleveland, Ohio)
Express – Social Media Intern (Columbus, Ohio)
GE – Communications Intern (Cleveland, Ohio)
Honda North America – Corporate Affairs and Communication Student Associate, Summer 2015 (Marysville, Ohio)
Intersport – Communication Internships (Chicago, Illinois)
King County – Employee Communication Intern (Seattle, Washington)
Moze Print & Design – Graphic Design Internship (Atlanta, Georgia)
National Grange – Internship (Washington DC)
National Wheat Growers Association – Internship (Washington DC) (March 15 deadline)
Ohio Farm Bureau – State Fair Ambassadors
Purina – Trade Show and Event Intern (Minnesota)
Reynolds and Reynolds – Creative Writing Intern (Dayton, Ohio)
Sinclair Broadcast Group – News Intern (Steubenville, Ohio)
St Judes Children’s Research Hosptial – Academic Intern, Summer 2015 (Columbus, Ohio)
UPS – Social Media Intern (Atlanta, Georgia)
UPS – Multi Media Intern (San Diego, California)
Zoo Atlanta – Public Relations and Marketing Internship (Atlanta, Georgia)
Zoo Atlanta – Public Events Internship (Atlanta, Georgia)

The Ohio State Engineer Magazine
The Ohio State Engineer Magazine is looking for writers, editors, designers, and photographers for its Spring 2015 issue! OSE is a completely student-run publication since 1918 dedicated to inform of ideas and report events to the College of Engineering community. It is a great way to get involved, to have your work displayed in a legitimate publication, and to gain experience in team working and writing skills!
See past work on http://www.go.osu.edu/ose
Email Erika at paguirigan.2@osu.edu if interested!

Full-Time Job Openings
American Cancer Society – Coordinator, Event Support (Dublin, Ohio)
American Rivers – Associate Director of Media Relations (Washington, DC)
American Soybean Association – Membership Development and Engagement Manager (Washington DC)
Alliance Defending Freedom – Communications Project Coordinator (Scottsdale, Arizona)
Aquent – Junior Instructional Designer (Alpharetta, Georgia)
Canadian Hereford Association – Programs and Media Coordinator (Alberta, Canada)
Christ Church Presbyterian – Communications Coordinator (Atlanta, Georgia)
Cincinnati Reds – Seasonal Graphic Designer (Cincinnati, Ohio)
City of Atlanta, Workforce Development Agency – Graphic Arts Specialist (Atlanta, Georgia)
City of Denver – Media Relations Professional (Denver, Colorado)
City of Pico Rivera – Graphic Designer and Media Coordinator (Pico Rivera, California)
City of Raleigh – Communications Director (Raleigh, North Carolina)
Clayton State University – Graphic Designer (Atlanta, Georgia)
Cleveland Clinic – Marketing and Communication Coordinator (Cleveland, Ohio)
Columbia University, School of Nursing – Senior Communication Specialist (New York, NY)
Columbus State Community College – Director, Marketing and Communications (Columbus, Ohio)
Council for Older Adults – Volunteer Program Specialist (Delaware, Ohio)
Cordova Recreation and Park District – Communications Manager (Racho Cordova, California)
Cushman and Wakefield – Marketing Coordinator (Atlanta, Georgia)
Dairy Management InC – Fuel Up to Play 60 Project Coordinator (Chicago, Illinois)
Dairy Management Inc – Editor-in-Chief, Dairy Good Publishing Platform Vice President (Chicago, Illinois)
Decatur First United Methodist Church – Communications and Creative Coordinator (Decatur, Georgia)
Emerald Expositions – Graphic Designer (Atlanta, Georgia)
Emerald Expositions – Marketing Manager (Atlanta, Georgia)
Executive Director, Inc. – Communications Manager (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
Euclid Media Group – Graphic Designer (Cleveland, Ohio)
Floor and Decor – Graphics Designer (Smyrna, Georgia)
Franklin University – Director of Market Planning and Management (Columbus, Ohio)
Fort Worth Zoo – Education Outreach Specialist (Forth Worth, Texas)
Gwinnett County – Public Relations Specialist (Georgia)
Haven Hospice – Public Relations and Communication Specialist (Gainsville, Florida)
Hobby Lobby – Graphic Designer (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
Illinois FFA Foundation – Director of Development (Springfield, Illinois)
League of Minnesota Cities – Graphic Designer
Licking County Aging Program – Volunteer Coordinator (Newark, Ohio)
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – Campaign Specialist (Columbus, Ohio)
Metro Prks Tacoma – Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer (Tacoma, Washington)
Minnesota Soybean Growers Association – Director of Market Development (Mankato, Minnesota)
National All-Jersey Inc – Assistant General Manager (Reynoldsburg, Ohio)
Notre Dame College – Coordinator of Student Engagement and Leadership (South Euclid, Ohio)
Ohio Arts Council – Public Information Officer (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio University – Photographer/Designer (Athens, Ohio)
Ohio University  – Communication Specialist (Athens, Ohio)
Poultry Marketing Association – Event Manager (Newark, Deleware)
Poultry Marketing Association – VP of Marketing Communication (Newark, Deleware)
Purdue University – Field Extension Educators (West Lafeyette, IN)
Purdue Unviersity, College of Technology at Kokomo – Student Services Coordinator (Kokomo, IN)
Save Mart Supermarkets – Communication Specialist (Modesto, California)
Sierra Nevada Corporation – Director of Communications (Sparks, Nevada)
Shriners Hosptials for Children – Director, Marketing and Communications (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Shurtech Brands – DIY Marketing Intern (Avon, Ohio)
University of Northwestern Ohio – Graphic Designer/Photographer (Lima, Ohio)
UniverSoul Circus – Graphics Designer (Atlanta, Georgia)
UPS – Design Supervisor (Atlanta, Georgia)
Volvo Group – Corporate Communications Manager (Greensboror, NC)
Willoughby Supply – Marketing Communications Manager (Cleveland, Ohio)
Zoar Lutheran Church – Communication Coordinator (Perrysburg, Ohio)

Extension and Teaching Jobs
Ohio Ag Ed Openings
Cleveland Metropolitan School District – Agricultural Education Teacher
OSU Extension – Program Coordiantor
OSU Extension, Henry County – 4-H Youth Development Educator
OSU Extension, Holmes County – Extension Educator, 4-H
OSU Extension, Lorain County – Extension Educator, 4-H
OSU Extension, Madison County – Extension Educator, 4-H
OSU Extension, Cuyahoga County – Extension Educator, Community Development
OSU Extension, Trumbull County – Extension Educator, Ag and Natural Resources
OSU Extension, Hocking County – Extension Educator, Ag and Natural Resources
OSU Extension, Hocking County – Program Assistant, 4-H
OSU Extension, Van Wert County – Program Assistant, 4-H

Jobs to check out on Hire-A-Buckeye
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Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership

Upcoming Events:

March 4 – ACT Meeting, 6pm, 108 AA
March 7 – ACT’s Lindsay Hill Basketball Tournament
March 10 – Ag Ed Society Meeting, 7:15pm, AA 205
March 25 – Ag Ed Society’s Influential Buckeyes, 6-8pm, Ag Admin Auditorium
April 1 – ACT’s Earl McMunn Contemporary Issues in Agriculture Forum
April 14 – Ag Ed Society Meeting, 7:15pm, AA Auditorium
April 15 – ACT Meeting, 6pm, 108 AA
April 16 – CFAES Recognition Banquet – Tickets now on sale!
April 21 – ACEL Spring Recognition Event
April 24 – CFAES AgLympics

News:

ACEL Spring Recognition Event Date Set
The 2^nd Annual ACEL Spring Recognition Event will be held on Tuesday, April 21. Additional details will be emailed soon!

Collegiate Washington DC Leadership Experience
The Collegiate Washington D.C. Leadership Experience is an all-expenses paid trip for collegiate leaders with an interest in agriculture. The OCWGA will be sponsoring students to attend the National Corn Congress in Washington D.C. and participate in a leadership experience. Any child of an OCWGA member or any collegiate OCWGA member is encouraged to apply. While in D.C., students will attend National Corn Congress sessions, visit with agricultural leaders and organizations, and have opportunities to make congressional visits on behalf of growers. This trip will be a four-day experience, from July 13-16, 2015, with opportunities for students to network with agricultural leaders, growers from across the U.S., other collegiate leaders and OCWGA board members. The OCWGA wants to provide students with the resources and experiences to develop as leaders in the agricultural community. Attendees of the Collegiate Washington D.C. Leadership Experience will walk away better prepared for their future careers and involvement in agriculture.

To apply, students can find the application and trip information below.
2015 Collegiate D.C.Experience App (Word Document) 2015 Collegiate D.C.Experience App (PDF)

Please contact egilliland@ohiocornandwheat.org with any questions. See more at: http://ohiocornandwheat.org/collegiate-washington-d-c-leadership-experience-application-open/#sthash.fyyvBc0g.dpuf

Scholarships

National Poultry & Food Distributors Association Scholarship
The NATIONAL POULTRY & FOOD DISTRIBUTORS ASSOCIATION is pleased to award scholarships to various students of agricultural colleges and universities across the US.
Each student selected will receive a $2000.00 scholarship from NPFDA. All applications and documents must be received by the NPFDA office no later than May 31st. Only Official transcripts will be accepted after the deadline due to window between semester end and deadline.  Apply Online Additional Information

Stanley Moore National Scholarships
Each year, several $1,000 scholarships are awarded to Farms Union members enrolled in a two- or four-year college or university. Click here to view scholarship application.- See more at: http://nfu.org/education/scholarships#sthash.QeIPu9a9.dpuf

NMPF’s Board of Directors offers scholarships each year to qualified graduate students (enrolled in Master’s or Ph.D. programs) who are actively pursuing dairy-related fields of research that are of immediate interest to NMPF member cooperatives. Graduate students pursuing research of direct benefit to milk marketing cooperatives and dairy producers are encouraged to submit an application (applicants do not need to be members of NMPF to qualify). – See more at: http://www.nmpf.org/content/nmpf-national-dairy-leadership-scholarship-program#sthash.2Yzs6blS.dpuf

NMPF’s Board of Directors offers scholarships each year to qualified graduate students (enrolled in Master’s or Ph.D. programs) who are actively pursuing dairy-related fields of research that are of immediate interest to NMPF member cooperatives. Graduate students pursuing research of direct benefit to milk marketing cooperatives and dairy producers are encouraged to submit an application (applicants do not need to be members of NMPF to qualify). – See more at: http://www.nmpf.org/content/nmpf-national-dairy-leadership-scholarship-program#sthash.2Yzs6blS.dpuf

Internships & Jobs – All New!!

Internship Openings
COBA/Select Sires – Marketing Intern, Application (Columbus, Ohio) (March 10 deadline)
Corning – Employee Communications Intern (Corning, New York)
Columbia Gas – Communications Intern (Columbus, Ohio) (March 31 deadline)
Fahlgren Mortine – Marketing and Communication Intern (Columbus, Ohio) (March 15 deadline)
Hershey Company – Strategic Communication Intern (Hershey, Pennsylvania) (April 31 deadline)
Hershey Company – Employee Communications Intern (Hershey, Pennsylvania)
Mills James Productions – Marketing, Promotions, Sales Intern (Columbus, Ohio)
National FFA – 212/360 Trainers
Promotions One – Operations and Management Intern (Columbus, Ohio) (March 5 deadline)
University Press – Marketing Internship (Columbus, Ohio) (May 29 deadline)
Wilt – Public Relations/Communications/Marketing Internship (Springfield, Ohio)

OSU Extension, Sandusky County – Summer Student Assistant
This is a paid position ($9/hour) which runs May – August. This person works with other staff to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate 4-H programs throughout the summer. Applicants must be a current student at an accredited college or university. Depending on degree requirements, this position may meet internship requirements for some students. All applicants must complete an online application and submit a resume and cover letter by March 16th at: http://go.osu.edu/OSUextensionapplication Please enter “Sandusky” as the position number

Full-Time Job Openings
Abercrombie & Fitch – Manager, Corporate Communications (New Albany, Ohio)
Aetna Building Maintenance – Graphic Arts and Website Maintenance Coordinator (Columbus, Ohio) (March 5 deadline)
Ariat – Manager, Brand Marketing (Union City, California)
Bosca Accessories – Graphic Designer (Columbus, Ohio)
CampusParc – Communications Manager (Columbus, Ohio) (April 17 deadline)
Cargill – Global Communications Coordinator (Hopkins, Minnesota)
Ceasars Entertainment – Graphic Designer (Cleveland, Ohio)
Cessna Aircraft – Digital Artist (Whichita, Kansas)
Catalyst Life Services – Volunteer & Events Coordinator (Mansfield, Ohio)
Environmental Design Group – Marketing Coordinator (Akron, Ohio)
Grange Insurance – Web and Social Media Coordinator (Columbus, Ohio)
Mid-Ohio Foodbank – Urban Farm Assistant (Columbus, Ohio) (March 20 deadline)
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture – Coordinator, Member Services (Washington DC)
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture – Manager, Public Policy (Washington DC)
NAACP – Vice President of Communications and Digital Media (Washington DC)
National FFA – Sponsor Engagement Coordinator
National FFA – Licensing, Sales and Development Manager
Ohio Farm Bureau – Graphic Designer (Columbus, Ohio) (March 5 deadline)
Ohio University – Marketing and Communications Specialist (Athens, Ohio) (March 11 deadline)
Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center – Graphic Designer (Columbus, Ohio)
Ohio State University, Residence Life – Program Coordinator, Leadership (Columbus, Ohio) (March 29 deadline)
Ohio State University, Residence Life – Program Coordinator, Academic Initiatives (Columbus, Ohio) (March 29 deadline)
Reed Elsevier – Communications Coordinator (Dayton, Ohio)
Special Olympics, Delaware County – Coordinator (Delaware, Ohio)
Speedway – Graphic Designer (Dayton, Ohio) (May 22 deadline)
The J. Peterman Company – Graphic Designer (Cincinnati, Ohio)
University of Alabama – Marketing Manager, Communications Coordinator (Tuscaloosa, Alabama) (March 13 deadline)
University of Dayton – Graphic Designer (Dayton, Ohio) (March 13 deadline)
Vineyard Cincinnati – Volunteer Coordinator (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce – Member Services & Events Coordinator (Wapakoneta, Ohio)
Wayne HealthCare – Marketing and Communications Coordinator (Greenville, Ohio)
Whole Foods – Store Graphic Artist/Signmaker (Dublin, Ohio) (March 23 deadline)
YWCA of Greater Cincinnati – Digital Communications and Media Specialist (Cincinnati, Ohio) (March 13 deadline)

Extension and Teaching Jobs
Ohio Ag Ed Openings

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