Community Leadership is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills to be effective leaders and educators
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Community and Extension Education |
This specialization prepares students to become extension educators and leaders to promote positive change through learning and partnerships that strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Students completing this program earn the degree Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and will complete courses in program planning, human development, leadership, communication, and non-formal education. |
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Leadership |
This specialization prepares students with the capacity to embrace change and lead others in adapting, managing, and directing change in an individual, organization, or community context. Students completing this program earn the degree Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and will complete coursework in personal development, leadership, teamwork, ethics, diversity, and communication. |
Possible Career Options
| Community and Extension Education | After-School Educator | Extension Educator |
| Extension Program Assistant | Non-Profit Specialist | |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Youth Leader | |
| Youth Outreach Coordinator | ||
| Leadership | Leadership Development Specialist | Member Services Specialist |
| Non-Profit Organization Director | Training and Development Officer | |
| Volunteer Coordinator |
Classes and Curriculum
The program requirements a student will follow are determined by their admit term (first term of undergraduate enrollment at Ohio State).
Community & Extension Education
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Curriculum Requirements |
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Leadership
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Curriculum Requirements |
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After Graduation
| EMPLOYED | GRAD SCHOOL | AVERAGE SALARY | |
| Community and Extension Education | 62.5% | 25% | $38,000 |
| Leadership | 66.7% | 33.3% | $51,750 |
* Numbers are based on responses from graduates at six months post-graduation date.
Getting Involved
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Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT) ACT is a national organization designed for students who want to pursue a profession in Agricultural Communication. Ohio State's chapter is actively involved in professional development, service, and social programs. The organization is open to any Ohio State student. |
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Agricultural Education Society The Agricultural Education Society is the oldest student organization on The Ohio State University campus. More than 125 years old, the organization is steeped in the tradition of providing enriching experiences to students interested in agricultural education. The organization is open to any Ohio State student. |
Questions?
Contact:
| Emily Wickham |
| Student Services Coordinator |
| Department of Agricultural, Communication, Education, and Leadership |
| (614) 247-6358 |