The Next Generation of Multicultural Leaders in ASTEM
- Cristobal Salinas (Iowa State University)
Abstract
As the global population reaches eight billion, we are highly dependent on agricultural leaders to feed the world and manage our natural resources. However, it is evident that there is a lack of new agricultural leaders as the average age of a farmer in the United States is 57. Minorities are particularly lacking in representation among agricultural disciplines. Next Generation Leadership ASTEM Scholars Program (Next Generation) is designed to foster leadership skills in agricultural research and education among underrepresented groups. In this presentation we will discuss the representation of minorities in agricultural and life sciences disciplines as seen by a panel of CALS students. We will also emphasize the importance of ASTEM (Agricultural, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) leadership programs, such as Next Generation Leadership ASTEM Scholars Program, in developing leaders in these fields.
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