Want to take the next step in your education? We are accepting students to the following in-person graduate programs for the 2027-28 school year:
🎓 Master of Science
🎓 Master of Education
🎓 Ph.D.
Get started on your application here: bit.ly/4Bsne83
Do you know an ACEL alumnus who has made an impact in their career or community? Our Alumni Board is accepting nominations for the 2027 ACEL Alumni Awards until November 15. Learn more about the award categories and how to make a nomination here: bit.ly/4ejUd4g
Congratulations to our Ph.D. students, Ashley Thompson and Kate McHale, who presented research at the North Central Region – American Association of Agricultural Education conference in Urbana-Champaign, IL last week.
Congratulations to the ACEL alumni who were selected as recipients of the 2026 CFAES Alumni awards!
🏆 Adam Sharp, ’94: Meritorious Service Award
🏆 Dena Wuebker, ’94: Distinguished Alumni Award
🏆 Brianna Smith, ’18: Young Professional Achievement Award
Today's National 4-H Week student spotlight is Adrianna Meyer, a senior majoring in Community Leadership. Adrianna was inducted into the Ohio 4-H Teen Hall of Fame in 2023 for her time with Henry County 4-H, Ohio State Junior Fair Board and T Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council.
This afternoon's National 4-H Week student spotlight is Liliana Phillips, a senior studying Agricultural Communication. Liliana received multiple accolades throughout her time in 4-H, including the 2024 Shelby County Outstanding 4-H'er Award.
This morning's National 4-H Week student spotlight is Amy Michaels, an ACEL graduate student. Her time as a member of the Busy Beavers 4-H Club and a 4-H camp counselor inspired Amy to pursue a career with Ohio 4-H.
Camp is in session! ⛺ Our Agriscience Education seniors and student teachers spent the beginning of their week at Ohio FFA Camp Muskingum, where they took part in team building activities and taught lessons on career readiness, leadership, and citizenship.
Today's National 4-H Week student spotlight is Natalie Langhals, a junior studying Agriscience Education. Natalie holds many titles from her 10 years in 4-H, including 2024 Ohio Miss Agriculture USA. She is also a Summer Program Assistant for the Putnam County Extension Office.
This afternoon's National 4-H Week student spotlight is Makenna Lybarger, a first year studying Agriculture Communication. Makenna was one of the first Roth Scholars chosen for the 4-H Leadership Academy and serves as a committee chair for the Ohio 4-H Teen Leadership Council.
This morning's National 4-H Week student spotlight is Michaela Willsey, an ACEL graduate student. In addition to showing goats and horses, Michaela spent six years at 4-H camp as both a camper and a camp counselor.
Today's National 4-H Week student spotlight is Kylie Bradley, a freshman majoring in Community Leadership at Ohio State ATI. Kylie has been a member of the Highland Go-Getters 4-H club for 13 years and is currently the club's president.
Some of our graduate students recently toured the University Archives as part of ACEL 8000: Leading through Historical Perspectives. The class got to learn about conducting historical research and discover artifacts like this Illibuck trophy 🐢
Rain or shine, ACEL has been out and about at Farm Science Review this week. A few of our students spent their time leading educational activities about corn, wheat and fuel in the Ohio Corn & Wheat building 🌽 🌾
That's a wrap on Day 1 of this year's Farm Science Review! Our students and faculty spent the day giving tours, serving up delicious food, and giving presentations on agricultural and environmental sciences.
We'll see you again for Days 2 and 3!
We ended the week with Graeter's and some great company 🍨 Thanks to all the students, faculty and staff who joined us for our ice cream social!
🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨
The Department of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership (ACEL) is now accepting applications for the position of undergraduate program manager.
🔗 Apply at go.osu.edu/DPbw
Current employees and students should apply on Workday.
We are pleased to welcome Delaney Murray as the new communication and marketing specialist at ACEL.
Welcome to the Buckeye family, Delaney!
#ACELatOSU #CFAES
This morning, we welcomed this group of ACEL Buckeyes to the Columbus campus.
We can’t wait to see what these students accomplish during their time as Buckeyes!
#CFAES #acelatosu































