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College of Agriculture Development Office

If you are an alum, friend, or business representative who is interested in connecting with the College of Agriculture, making a donation, establishing a scholarship, or otherwise supporting the college, please contact the College of Agriculture's development office. We will be happy to provide you with the information you need.

Dustin Bush
Associate Director of Development

530-898-6605
dwbush@csuchico.edu
Science Building, Room 417

About Sponsoring a Future Ag Teacher

The Importance of Agriculture Education

The lack of agricultural awareness is not a new topic. Too few Californians understand the origin of their food, reflecting a disconnect between the agricultural industry and those they serve. Those working in agriculture are proud of our history, diversity, and record of success, yet it is clear many urban citizens are unaware of the commitment to a safe, secure, and plentiful food supply. The need to share our story with those not connected to agriculture requires enhanced efforts to educate the general public.

With nearly 80,000 high school and junior high school students enrolled in agricultural programs in our state, agriculture teachers have the unique ability to facilitate opportunities for students lacking an agricultural background. More importantly, these opportunities to reach young people may serve as a catalyst to change the public’s perception of our industry.

Accepting the Challenge

California State University, Chico has accepted the challenge to prepare qualified agricultural teachers to embark on this mission while continuing to prepare the next generation of agriculturalists. However, the requirements of student teaching add a tremendous financial burden for our students. They cannot work because they are engaged in agricultural programs as student teachers, yet must pay for tuition, books, and living expenses.

Sponsoring a Teacher - Your Way to Help

Here is where you can help! Sponsoring a future agriculture teacher will pay enormous dividends for generations. With your support, we can encourage dynamic agriculture students by assisting them through their fifth and most costly year of education—reducing financial barriers that can prevent them from becoming a credentialed teacher.

Your stewardship will be recognized in the College of Agriculture’s Harvest Magazine, the California Agriculture Teachers' Association Golden Slate Newsletter, and through a letter from the University Foundation.

Agricultural student teachers are consistently placed in classrooms throughout California. We are looking for sponsors who want to take action and support these future educators, allowing them to focus on agriculture impact, community engagement and, ultimately, personal growth and career success within the agriculture education profession.

Sponsor a Future Ag Teacher

For more information, contact Dustin Bush, associate director of development, at dwbush@csuchico.edu or 530-898-6605. You may also contact Tommy Henderson, professor in agricultural education, at tmhenderson@csuchico.edu or 559-393-1616.

Chico State Agriculture Education Motto:
To develop competent, dynamic teachers rooted in authentic ag experiences with a vision for leadership and service.