Inspiring the Next Generation of Global Leaders
is the goal of the World Food Prize competition being held at the 2016 Houston
Livestock Show and Rodeo. The contest is open to 4-H members who
prepare a research paper about a global issues concerning hunger and
poverty. Students then participate in a day long event during the
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo presenting their research as well as visiting
with other leaders in the global food community.
OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
TO PARTICIPATING STUDENTS
THE WORLD FOOD PRIZE GLOBAL YOUTH INSTITUTE
Four to six students at the World Food Prize
Texas Youth Institute will be invited to attend the three-day educational
experience held in conjunction with the World Food Prize International
Symposium in October. Students interact with World Food Prize Laureates,
discuss pressing food security issues with international experts, and
participate in interactive activities with other students from across the
United States and around the world.
BORLAUG-RUAN INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP
Students who attend the Global Youth Institute
may apply for this all-expenses-paid, eight-week hands-on summer experience,
working with world-renowned scientists and policymakers at leading research
centers in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.
USDA WALLACE-CARVER FELLOWSHIP
Students involved in the World Food Prize youth
programs may apply for a USDA Wallace-Carver fellowship. Fellows conduct
original research or policy analysis through paid summer internships at USDA
research centers and field offices across the country, including USDA
headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Deadline for entry is January 5, 2016. For
complete rule and more information please email Cory for the flyer - cory.hundl@ag.tamu.edu
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