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2010 Interns Share Their Experiences

22 AgSci students did their internships in the spring or summer of 2010, and they shared their adventures and advice with other students on September 28.  The six returning interns who presented to the whole group represented the variety of options available to AgSci students, from lab and field research to one-of-a-kind international experiences.

Marlene developed an extension program for ZZ2 farm in South Africa

Marlene developed an extension program for ZZ2 farm in South Africa

Jeff spent the summer in Ithaca with the NRCS

Jeff spent the summer in Ithaca with the NRCS

After the presentations, students had the opportunity to talk to the returning interns about their internships and the process of setting up and completing an internship.  Though not all of the returning interns wanted to continue their careers in the field they interned in, all of them attested to the importance of hands-on experience.  Great work, guys!

Orientation 2010

We’re growing by leaps and bounds!  On August 23, the AgSci Ambassadors welcomed 21 new freshman, 5 transfers, and 1 Australian exchange student to the major.  Our new students got to know each other by playing some creative icebreaker games.  Check out the video!

After a good dose of laughter, faculty advisors joined the group for lunch and a game of faculty-student bingo.  To wrap up the event, the Ambassadors walked the new students through the inner workings of the major, from course enrollment to the internship requirement.

Toilet Paper Fashion Show

Toilet Paper Fashion Show

So, they feed you well here...

So, they feed you well here...

Are you a faculty member who has children?

Are you a faculty member who has children?

Chang Lian and Jill Marshall present at CURB

Cornell’s Undergraduate Research Board (CURB) held it’s 25th annual spring research forum last week where Jill presented a poster and Chang gave a presentation. We’re so proud!

Chang shared his research findings on potassium management, a study he completed with Professor Quirine Ketterings.

Graduating senior Chang shared his research findings on potassium management, a study he completed with Professor Quirine Ketterings.

Jill worked with graduate students and Horticulture professor Bill Miller on a project examining ethylene's role extending the shelf life and quality of bedding plants.

First-year student Jill worked with a graduate student and Horticulture professor Bill Miller on a project examining ethylene's role in extending the shelf life and quality of bedding plants.

REMINDER: Thursday, 10/29: Internship Planning Event

On Thursday October 29 the major will host the first internship planning event for all Ag Sciences students. This is a new effort to support the internship search process. Although specifically targeting juniors who have just one season remaining to complete the requirement, this casual, fun event will be open to all students in the major. Additionally, we’ll have a sendoff event in late spring 2010 for all students who have secured internships. 

WHAT:       Fall Internship Planning Event
WHERE:     Emerson 135
WHEN:       10/29, 4:45 to 6: 45 p.m.
WHY:          Finding an internship and understanding the requirements (including the Ag Sciences learning contract) can feel overwhelming. This session is meant to provide more information on how to use the resources at Cornell and how to make the learning contract work for you. Returning interns and fellow Ag Sciences students will be available to share their experience and support you in thinking about this process.

**DINNER PROVIDED** Raffle for gift certificate to the Cornell Store!

PROGRAM
4:45 to 5:30 p.m.       Presentation by Jennifer DeRosa, Associate Director of CALS Career Development Center on resumes, interviewing, CALS internship search tools
5:30 to 6:15 p.m.       Short presentations by returning Ag Sciences interns
6:15 to 6:45 p.m.        Rotating small group conversation about internship experiences

 

NE Region Certified Crop Advising: December 2009 Training

When:      December 8-10, 2009
Where:     Holiday Inn, Waterloo, NY
Register: Before November 13 to receive discount, learn more

New Crop Advisers: Individuals seeking certification should attend NRCCA Basic Training to prepare for the regional certification exam. Basic Training does not include exam registration. Basic Training registration is for all three days.

CCA Exam Registration: These upcoming exams will be held on February 5, 2010. Each CCA must pass two exams: a northeast regional and an international exam. Learn more.

Basic Manuals: Basic Training participants will need an updated NRCCA training manual. Manuals are available online and you must bring a manual to training.

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