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Texas 4-H

Equine and Livestock

Ambassador Programs

Despite a year of challenges across the nation, the Texas 4-H Livestock and Equine Ambassador Programs
are coming off another incredible year. Our short courses looked quite different than we initially expected,
but Ambassadors still left those experiences with a better understanding of the industry, agriculture
production, and the political world surrounding agriculture. As rewarding as it was for our Ambassadors to

be recognized statewide and nationally, the program is successful only because of outstanding work you
lead locally. Your support and coordination have been the driving force behind the success of the Texas 4-
H Equine and Livestock Ambassador program. We hope you will consider identifying potential Texas 4-H
Livestock and Equine Ambassadors in your county and recruiting them to the program. Our hope is when
they return from the short course, you will find them to be eager to assist you with educational programs.
More details regarding the programs can be found at https://texasyouthlivestock.com/ .

2021 Short Course Offering:
1. Texas 4-H Equine Ambassador Short Course, West Texas A&M – June 12-15, 2021
2. Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Short Course, Texas A&M Kingsville – June 21-24, 2021
3. Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Short Course, West Texas A&M/Texas Tech – July 19-22, 2021
4. Texas 4-H Livestock Ambassador Short Course, Texas A&M – July 12-15, 2021

Selection Criteria:
Senior age (14-18) 4-H youth that have exhibited a superior level of ambition regarding his/her
livestock/equine projects
Students with a profound interest in animal/equine science, animal production and advocacy
Students have shown advanced leadership qualities and a willingness to help others

Top 25% class rank

Application Process:
1. Applicant goes to:
a. Livestock https://agrilife.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dgRaHGetXUSY70p
b. Equine https://agrilife.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_79C2Ai3iABjZFDT
2. Student will complete the application and enter the contact information of supervising County
Extension Agent
3. CEA will be automatically emailed a recommendation survey
4. A selection committee will review the applications and accept up to 25 participants per short course
5. Applications are due May 1, 2021

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