Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Program Applications are open! - DUE 4/15/18

We are excited to release the application for the 2018 Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Short Course!!  This is a State-Level Ambassadorship.  For more information about the Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Program please visit https://texasyouthlivestock.com/equine-ambassadors/.  

Continuing in 2018:

The short course for Ambassadors will still be headquartered in Gainesville, however a portion of the training will be held in Oklahoma City in conjunction with the NRHA Derby. Selected applicants will be treated to a behind the scenes educational experience of this storied event. Due to the difficulty in selecting applicants based on written information, 2018 applicants will submit a 2 minute video introduction and justification video along with their application.

2018 Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Short Course:

• Location: Gainesville, Texas
• Dates: June 24 – June 27, 2018
• Cost: $250

Selection Criteria:

• Senior age (14-18) 4-H youth that have exhibited a superior level of ambition regarding his/her horse projects
• Students with a profound interest in equine science and the horse industry in Texas
• Students who have shown advanced leadership qualities and a willingness to help others
• Top 25% class rank

Application Process:

• Applicant goes to http://tamuag.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_esuzimQvlFSJcVf
• Student will complete the application and enter the contact information of supervising County Extension Agent
• CEA will be automatically emailed a recommendation survey
• Applications are due April 15, 2018. Applicants will be notified by early June, 2018 regarding the application result

Please let Mellanie know if you have any questions at 512-854-9600 or MLMickelson@ag.tamu.edu.