TEXAS TEAM AG ED
STAFF STAFF SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT TAMMY GLASCOCK
WHAT ARE YOUR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES? As the SAE Coordinator, I work with teachers and students in regards to the various SAEs available and I assist students and teachers with award and degree applications at the local, district, area, and state levels. As the Swine Validation Coordinator, I attend the major stock shows to check and verify that the pigs showing have been validated. In addition, I work with AgriLife Extension and their validation programs, I coordinate compliance visits, verify gilt registration papers, and assist with the collection and filing of validation paperwork. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR JOB? Seeing students being successful and helping students and teachers whether it is dealing with SAEs, award and degree applications, or validation. WHY DO YOU THINK AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE EDUCATION IS IMPORTANT? People need to know that agriculture is the backbone of civilization. As educators, we are responsible for teaching the skills necessary to future generations so that they can continue filling agricultural jobs, producing agricultural commodities, and developing innovative practices and products that are needed for survival. JOB TENURE: 3 1/2 YEARS JOB TITLE: SAE AND SWINE VALIDATION COORDINATOR EMPLOYER: TEXAS FFA ASSOCIATION
WHEN TALKING DIRECTLY TO OUR ADVISORS, WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SAY TO THEM? As agricultural science teachers, you have the opportunity to teach students valuable life skills that are not taught in other courses. What you teach is not just related to those students pursuing agricultural-related careers, it is vital to all students as you teach responsibility, leadership, hard work, teamwork, and the skills needed for survival in the game of life. Take it seriously, the future is in your hands!
MEREDITH HARTMANN WHAT ARE YOUR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES? I am in charge of the lending and daily operations of the credit union. Everything from answering the phone, loan processing, collateral tracking, member relations, maintaining accounts, and marketing for the VATAT Credit Union. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR JOB? My favorite part of my job is knowing that I will be presented with an opportunity to help our members and make a positive impact in their lives. The credit union provides a collaborative and family-oriented environment making it even more enjoyable to perform my job. WHEN TALKING DIRECTLY TO OUR ADVISORS, WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SAY TO THEM? The VATAT Credit Union is here to help you and your family reach your financial goals. Our main priority is the members and we want to make sure you are always getting the best that you deserve. We are your credit union and our goal is to improve our member’s quality of life.
JOB TENURE: 8 1/2 YEARS JOB TITLE: LOANS AND OPERATIONS ASSISTANT EMPLOYER: VATAT CREDIT UNION
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