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Opportunities And Occupations In Animal And Veterinary Sciences Based On The Current Careers Of West Virginia University Alumni, Stacey Michelle Hawkins
Opportunities And Occupations In Animal And Veterinary Sciences Based On The Current Careers Of West Virginia University Alumni, Stacey Michelle Hawkins
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The primary purpose of this study was to examine the career opportunities for graduates completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Veterinary Sciences at West Virginia University as measured by the first and current careers of alumni. The target population consisted of all alumni that graduated between the years 1991 and 2001. Over 61.6% of the West Virginia University Animal and Veterinary Science graduates were satisfied with both their first career selection as well as their current career. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree two-thirds of the graduates decided to pursue a post-graduate degree. Professional careers, …
How Farmers In West Virginia Are Using Value-Added Processing To Increase Annual Income, Jennifer Leigh Lewis
How Farmers In West Virginia Are Using Value-Added Processing To Increase Annual Income, Jennifer Leigh Lewis
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The purpose of this study was to describe methods of value-added processing being employed by farmers in West Virginia, the amount of interest in value-added processing as expressed by agriculture extension agents and farmers, and identified the number of value-added producers in West Virginia. The population targeted with the initial survey consisted of 28 agriculture extension agents in West Virginia representing 55 counties. The second telephone survey was directed to value-added producers within the state. From this data, four farms, Thistledew Farm, Kelly Smith, Headwater Farms and Higson's Farm, were chosen to participate in case studies. Value-added producers were identified …
Evaluation Of Marketing Methods Used To Promote Extension Programs As Perceived By Master Gardeners In West Virginia, Tiffany Dale Rexroad
Evaluation Of Marketing Methods Used To Promote Extension Programs As Perceived By Master Gardeners In West Virginia, Tiffany Dale Rexroad
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The purpose of this study was to provide information to Extension professionals regarding effectiveness of the methods of advertising and marketing that may help them choose methods to encourage participation in Extension programs. The objective was to evaluate effectiveness of methods of promoting the WVU-ES based on experiences of current adult Master Gardeners in WV.;A major finding of the study was that for WV Master Gardeners referrals from friends is an effective method of creating awareness of Extension programs. Newspaper articles were the most effective mass media method. The preferred method of receiving Extension information was via Extension newsletter followed …
Impact Of Student Teaching Experiences, Personal Demographics, And Selected Factors On The Decisions Of Pre-Service Agricultural Education Teachers To Enter Into Teaching, Gene Allen Hovatter
Impact Of Student Teaching Experiences, Personal Demographics, And Selected Factors On The Decisions Of Pre-Service Agricultural Education Teachers To Enter Into Teaching, Gene Allen Hovatter
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With numerous openings in the agricultural education field and shortages constantly occurring, a common question is asked, "Why are pre-service teachers not teaching?". This study sought to help answer this question by investigating the impact of the student teaching experience upon certified agricultural education graduates. In addition to the student teaching experience, personal demographics and selected factors were investigated to add insight into the problem of pre-service agricultural education teachers not teaching. A two-phase descriptive survey methodology was implemented to collect data from the population, which consisted of 75 pre-service agricultural education students from Delaware Valley College, Pennsylvania State University, …