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Month: December 2017
The Importance of Funding Internships
By Laurie Bedord, Future Ag Communicators Chair For some students, a summer internship has become a staple of the college experience. But is it really as important as it seems? The answer is yes! An internship is an integral part to the process of planning a career. This opportunity provides valuable insights that can … Read More
Stipend Winners Announced for 2018 IFAJ Congress
By Kurt Lawton, International Committee Chair Congratulations are in order for the following AAEA members who applied for and earned a $1,000 stipend to attend the 2018 IFAJ Dutch Roots Congress: Carey Brown, Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association Jennifer Carrico, High Plains Journal Sarah Hill, Clover Hill Communications (freelancer) Gregg Hillyer, The Progressive Farmer/DTN Jamie Johansen, … Read More
Scholarship Applications Due February 19, 2018
By Laurie Bedord, Future Ag Communicators Chair Established by the National Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (NACT) in 1993 and adopted by AAEA- The Agricultural Communicators Network (AAEA) in 2004, AAEA scholarships are awarded to outstanding members of ACT for their achievements in leadership, career-related experiences, academics and service. Four scholarships will be awarded in … Read More
Chris Clayton opines for Columbia Journalism Review
Occasionally, AAEA members get the chance to spread their wings beyond our industry, giving others insight into U.S. agriculture. Chris Clayton, DTN/The Progressive Farmer, recently had that opportunity when his piece, “The agriculture beat is a crucial lens on a changing climate,” appeared in the Columbia Journalism Review. “National Public Radio had interviewed me about … Read More
We Couldn’t Have Done it Without You
Thank you to everyone who supported the AAEA Professional Improvement Foundation on #GivingTuesday! Every donation, conversation, like, share, and retweet helped us raise money for professional development for our beloved ag communicators. Thanks to your contributions prior to, on, and beyond #GivingTuesday, we raised $2,071 as of today! Your support will make an impact in … Read More
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