At the bottom of this page several links are provided to give you access to a wide variety of advising information. The Department of Human and Community Development takes a personal approach to advising. All students are assigned a faculty member as their academic advisor. Students meet with their advisors at least once a semester to receive assistance with selecting courses, developing career plans, applying for jobs and to graduate programs and many other student concerns. There are four options under the AECE major for students to pursue academic study.
Information regarding each option is provided below.
The Agricultural Leadership Education program prepares graduates for positions as leaders and educators in public agencies, Cooperative Extension, trade and commodity organizations, agribusinesses, and international organizations. Courses in Ag Leadership include salesmanship, presentation and teaching skills, and other aspects of communication and education. Ag Leadership Education students also complete a supervised off-campus field experience. Job opportunities for graduates are expanding rapidly as companies, agencies, and organizations in both the private and public sectors recognize the growing need for personnel with this unique blend of knowledge and skills. All Ag Leadership students are advised by agricultural education and agricultural communications faculty members in the Department of Human and Community Development, who help them select courses, locate internship opportunities, and keep abreast of post- graduation employment opportunities.