At Arkansas State University in Beebe, students learned how to apply cattle ear tags. Photo by Bobbie Handcock
AgDiscovery students study the parts of a fish during a tour of the UAPB Aquaculture Research Station Photo by Brad Mayhugh
The teens got a taste of life in developing countries through their overnight participation in the Global Gateway Program at the Heifer Ranch. When asked to name one of the most important things they learned, more than one student said they gained an appreciation for what they have -- especially in light of so many in the world who have so little. The students also checked out the Animal and Plant health Inspection Service (APHIS) connection with the Imported Fire Ant Biocontrol Project and toured the Little Rock Air Force Base to learn about wildlife management at airports. But, it wasn’t all work and no play. Students also visited the Clinton Presidential Library and Magic Springs. With so many USDA scientists poised for retirement, APHIS teamed up with selected universities to sponsor AgDiscovery, where teens with an interest in science can learn about careers with the USDA and APHIS and the high school courses necessary for majors to qualify for those careers. There is no charge for the twoweek program. Participants are responsible for transportation to and from campus. For more information about AgDiscovery, visit www.aphis.usda.gov/agdiscovery. UAPB has been one of the host universities since 2008 and was the first university west of the Mississippi to host AgDiscovery.
As part of the Investigative and Enforcement Services exercise, students get plant inspection tips. Photo by Brad Mayhugh
At Martin Luther King Park, AgDiscovery students work with U.S. Wildlife Service and Game and Fish personnel to band geese. Photo by Brad Mayhugh
On Previous page: 2013 AgDiscovery Students - Row 1 (l-r) Ashley Harris, counselor; Willie Columbus, program coordinator; Bianca M. Larsh; Melanie Burgos; Laura E. Wright; Tamia S. Thomas; LeKivia C. Cobb; and Eleace McMiller. Row 2 (l-r) Jamie Wesley, counselor; Malcolm Jackson; Evan Buckner; Carter Buckner; Demetre Miller; Brandan Bell; Kristina Fischer; Tiffy Murrow; Chalin Karn; and Jacqueline Nicole Edwards, counselor. Not pictured is Yujie Huang, counselor. Photo by Carol Sanders
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AgDiscovery students learn how an Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service specialist collects fire ants for the Imported Fire Ant Biocontrol project. Photo by Brad Mayhugh