NYS Animal and Agriculture Leadership Program

Giving High School students the chance to Explore Post-Secondary Education and Career Opportunities in the dairy, livestock and equine industries.

Participants will engage in a networking environment through interactions with faculty and students, college planning, and personal development activities. Youth will be introduced to all areas of animal science, gaining insights into the various opportunities within each species and how these can be applied beyond their specific area of interest.  

Eligibility/Requirements

  • High school students entering at least their sophomore year. High school graduates are not eligible.
  • Have potential interest in a career in animal science.
  • Have an interest in pursuing post-secondary education in agriculture.
  • Can reasonably commit to a weekend program which could be Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday in October, February, April and June.
  • Applicants will be selected based on the application essay, interest, and personal reference.

Program Cost

The program costs $100 for the year. 

For More Information

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Brian Aukema

NYS 4-H Livestock and Companion Animal Specialist

Animal Science

Brian Aukema
  • bja14 [at] cornell.edu
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Deborah Grusenmeyer

Senior Extension Associate

PRO-DAIRY

Animal Science

Deborah Grusenmeyer
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Brieanna Hughes

NYS 4-H Equine Youth Specialist

Animal Science

Brieanna Hughes
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Jessica Tyson

4-H Horse Educational Events Coordinator

Animal Science

Jessica Tyson
  • jms943 [at] cornell.edu