This past week, I spent the entire week visiting with Ms. Beth's parents up in the Upstate. Ms. Beth is a staff member for the S.C. Commissioner's School for Agriculture, which is a partnership between Clemson University and the S.C. Department of Agriculture.
The program is geared towards rising high school juniors and seniors who are interested in learning about career opportunities in agriculture, forestry and natural resources. The students must supmit an application and go through a selection process to participate in this weeklong event.
While at Commissioner's School, the students have the opportunity to participate in water quality stream assessments, learn about the University farms and current research projects, hike through the Clemson Experimental Forest, create and market a Smoothie drink made from Certified SC Grown produce, and a number of other programs. Students hear from various professionals in the agriculture, forestry and natural resources industry, as well as developing leadership skills and even participating in an etiquette dinner.
I hated that she had to be away from me for a week, but I think that all 33 participants had a great time this year! I'm hoping that maybe next year I'll get to tag along ;)
For more information about the SC Commissioner's School for Agriculture, please visit: http://www.clemson.edu/cafls/sccsa/index.html
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