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Finalists named for Golden Owl Award®
Top agricultural educators named finalists for Golden Owl Award.
In the Meantime…
“It’s not where you’re goin’, where you’ve been, so look around, take it in, and slow it down, in the meantime..” These words are often heard blasting through the speakers of my car. It is no secret that I am a lover of music however, …Meantime by Flatland Cavalry, has held a special place in […]
Great Delight
If you’re anything like me the Notes app on your phone is full of a random assortment of notes. Mine contains Walmart lists I will never need again, homework answers from freshman year, and a large chunk of information I’ll never retain. But again, if you’re anything like me, the Notes app is also a […]
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly declares FFA Week, February 17-24, 2024
In recognition of the significant contributions of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization to the agricultural community, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has officially proclaimed the week of February 17-24, 2024, as FFA Week throughout the state. Governor Kelly acknowledges the pivotal role FFA plays in fostering leadership, personal growth, and career success among young […]
Iron Sharpens Iron
I can remember several instances where those of importance in my life whether it was parents, grandparents, or teachers had told me that “I need to choose my friends carefully” and had told me tales and stories of a person’s company landing them in trouble. In the bible, Proverbs 27:17 says “Iron sharpens iron, and […]
The Power of Being Present
Sit still, pay attention, do not lose focus, and stay in the present. A list of commands to which I always seem to struggle with. Especially when there are pressing matters that call to my attention. This week being finals week, many students may also struggle to stay in the present like me. Especially when what feels like the biggest exams of their lives are only hours away. Many parents and grandparents are struggling to stay present when they have the holidays to plan for, family to gather, food to make, and presents to buy.
K-State Students Participate in Taiwan Agricultural Youth Exchange
Six Kansas State University students traveled to Taiwan in November 2023 to represent the state as part of the Taiwan Agricultural Youth Exchange Program, a bilateral student exchange program to learn about Taiwan’s agricultural industry and how Kansas agriculture exports benefit both Kansas and Taiwan.