About this episode

Dr. Thomas Kingery discusses his journey and the achievements of WKU's agriculture education program.

On this episode of Growing Kentucky’s Leaders, Sheldon, Ruth Ann and Cassidy sit down with Dr. Thomas Kingery to discuss the world of agriculture education. The Kentucky Association of Agriculture Educators (KAAE) recently named Western Kentucky University (WKU) the Outstanding Post-Secondary Agriculture Education Program in the state. Dr. Kingery, who has led the program for 16 years, shares his journey from a first-generation college student to a veteran educator with over 30 years of experience. Links: Kentucky Association of Agricultural Educators WKU Ag Ed

People in this episode

Hosts: Sheldon, Ruth Ann, Cassidy

Guest: Dr. Thomas Kingery

Topics covered

• agriculture education
• post-secondary education
• educational programs
• career journey
• first-generation college students

Keywords

• agriculture education
• WKU
• KAAE
• educator
• first-generation college student
• program leadership
• Kentucky

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kentucky Association of Agriculture Educators, Western Kentucky University, Kentucky FFA Foundation

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