It’s back: “Take Five” with the 13 enthusiastic faces partnering with Michigan Farm Bureau to host a Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter at their institution. Our Collegiate Farm Bureau advisors offer students a variety of opportunities, preparing them for discussion meets, connecting them with their county Farm Bureau and introducing them to the organization.
Let’s get started with Angie King down near Centreville.
Who are you and what is your official title?
My name is Angie King; I’m the Michigan State University Institute of Agricultural Technology Program Coordinator for Glen Oaks Community College.
What was the path you took to get the position you’re in now?
I’ve been in this position for five and a half years. I started in education as an adjunct professor and a substitute teacher. I spent many years as a stay-at-home, homeschooling mother. I have two master's degrees, one in Biblical Studies and the other in Christian Apologetics. I’ve been a farmer's wife for 28 years and involved in agriculture my whole life.
What programs either related to collegiate Farm Bureau or your courses are you most proud of?
I’m proud of the class I teach for the incoming freshman every fall. I’ve developed it in a learning-lab style that includes eight on-site visits to various ag industries and two main campus visits. This was developed to ensure students got a broad view of careers in agriculture available to them.
What is the most exciting part of working with your students?
As a big supporter of both agriculture and higher education, I love helping students find their passion in the ag sector. I love to hear their stories and help them grow and develop as they make and work toward goals.
How has your county Farm Bureau helped encourage involvement in your Collegiate chapter, and how has MFB influenced chapter involvement?
Our collegiate Farm Bureau students had the opportunity to be part of the MFB Annual Meeting. While there, they met with our county Young Farmers and heard about the leadership opportunities. MFB influences chapter involvement by offering discussion meets and other activities.
If you’re a college student interested in where our food comes from, or have a background in agriculture, or just want to help Michigan grow (literally), check out Michigan Collegiate Farm Bureau. It helps students like yourself network with peers and ag professionals, build career and leadership skills, and develop their voices as agricultural advocates. Email Katie Eisenberger for more information.
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