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Three Generations of Blue Corduroy: Andrea Williams’ Journey from Freshman FFA Member to Agricultural Team Leader
By Sophia Barnum, Michigan FFA Foundation Intern For Andrea Williams, FFA wasn't just an extracurricular activity; it was a legacy. Growing up on a farm in a community that strongly supported its local FFA chapter, [...]
Roosevelt High School Launches Rain Garden & Outdoor Education Project Through Glassbrook Grant
By Sophia Barnum, Michigan FFA Foundation Intern This spring, students at Roosevelt High School will transform their campus courtyard into a living classroom thanks to a Michigan FFA Foundation Glassbrook Grant. The Rain Garden and [...]
Finding Her Voice Through FFA: How the Blue Jacket Built Strength for Elle Moran
By Sophia Barnum, Michigan FFA Foundation Intern When Elle Moran first joined FFA in seventh grade, confidence was not something that came naturally. Growing up in Whitehall, she had little connection to agriculture and described [...]
Griffin Messing: Hands-On and Hard at Work
Griffin Messing, an 18-year-old student from Ubly High School, is a Michigan FFA Star Finalist in Placement whose journey reflects hard work, versatility and a strong commitment to learning by doing. Through a diverse Supervised [...]
Barett Yoho: Building a Strong Foundation Through Diverse Placement Experiences
At just 17 years old, Barett Yoho of the Owosso FFA Chapter has already developed a clear vision for his future in agriculture, supported by a strong work ethic and a wide range of hands-on [...]
Addison Dahms: From Show Cattle to Large Animal Veterinarian
By Sophia Barnum, Michigan FFA Foundation Intern Addison Dahms is a 17-year-old student from the Ionia County Career Center whose passion for livestock production is rooted in hard work, perseverance and a lifelong love for [...]
Carter VanAkin: From the Field to the Future
Carter VanAkin is an 18-year-old student from the Branch Area Career Center whose dedication to crop production and livestock has grown into a thriving agricultural experience. As a finalist for the Michigan FFA Star in [...]
Kenzie Everett: Turning Passion for Livestock Care into an Innovative Agribusiness
Kenzie Everett, an 18-year-old student from the Ionia County Career Center, has built an impressive and meaningful Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) rooted in animal care, entrepreneurship and innovation. As a Michigan FFA Star Finalist in [...]
Wesley Rogers: Turning Skill, Initiative and Opportunity into Agribusiness Success
By Sophia Barnum, Michigan FFA Foundation Intern Screenshot Wesley Rogers, a member of the Mason FFA Chapter, has built a diverse and impressive Supervised Agricultural Experience that reflects both his entrepreneurial mindset and [...]
Mariam Shupe: From Passion to Production
By Sophia Barnum, Michigan FFA Foundation Intern Mariam Shupe is a 17-year-old student from the Laker FFA Chapter whose dedication to beef production has grown into a thriving agricultural operation. As a finalist for the [...]
Dylan Bailey: Turning Hands-On Experience into a Future in Engineering
Dylan Bailey, an 18-year-old member of the Montague FFA Chapter, has developed a strong foundation in professionalism, communication and responsibility through his Supervised Agricultural Experience in agricultural sales. As a Michigan FFA Star Finalist in [...]
Nathan Radomski: Building Confidence and Community Through Agribusiness
By Sophia Barnum, Michigan FFA Foundation Intern Nathan Radomski, of the Laker FFA Chapter, is a Michigan FFA Star Finalist in Agribusiness whose story is rooted in perseverance, personal growth and the courage to try [...]