Explores the development of life science and agricultural knowledge and the competing schools of thought on how to develop an educational system in a democratic society. Early debates centered on agriculture as a science, an art, or simply a mass of empiricism. Major thinkers of agriculture and education believed in the power of educating the masses and the social power of knowledge. Current and historical models of agricultural leadership, education, and communications will be interpreted through cultural and historically significant works, figures, and schools of thought. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (AH)

Other Instructors: Beasley, Victoria Utsman

Enables students to develop communication skills in face-to-face environments. Students will learn and apply verbal and nonverbal communication strategies relevant to the delivery of demonstrative, informative, persuasive, and group presentations. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (OC) Satisfies General Education Requirement through the 2021-2022 academic catalog: (OC).

Other Instructors: Colclasure, Blake Clayton | West, Molly

Assists students in identifying, developing, and pursuing a career blueprint while gaining an understanding of the current job market and necessary techniques to obtain employment within the agriculture field including recruitment/placement services, resume construction, interview skills, and job offer evaluation. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (AOC)

Other Instructors: Colclasure, Blake Clayton | Ruth, Taylor Kathryne

Examination of historical and current leadership approaches with an emphasis on theory to practice in leadership. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (AOC)

Theoretical underpinnings based on servant leadership and the development of a servant leader; servant leadership in business, education and foundations; servant leader responsibility; America and world leadership; and ethical considerations for leaders. A broad-based review of the primary disciplines in agriculture with an emphasis on servant leadership. Satisfies Volunteer Core Requirement: (SS)
Registration Restriction(s): Minimum student level – junior.