Distance Delivered Program 2009 Cohort Directory
Michael Boger, Agricultural Education
mrboger@mail.clay.k12.fl.us
Why did you select this program?
After considering several other on-line programs, I felt that the Masters Program offered by the AEC Department of UF had as much or more to offer than similarly priced programs. Also, I still like the idea of being physically close to the school in which I am enrolled.
What do you think will be the biggest challenge in completing this program?
First, as a teacher in a semi-new position where we are redesigning our agricultural curriculum and our purpose, I am concerned about having enough time to address the class material properly; secondly, I am a bit wary of the technology involved.
Personal biography
1976 graduate of the University of Florida where I met my wife Karen. Along with our thirteen year old son Wyeth, we operate what is primarily an American Quarter horse breeding and training operation in Melrose, Florida, where we have lived for the past twenty years.
Michelle Crawford, Agricultural Education
fmwc@bellsouth.net
Why did you select this program?
After being involved with the general population, it wasn’t a hard choice.
What do you think will be the biggest challenge in completing this program?
Time
Personal biography
Ag Teacher, 17 years Trenton High School. Reading coach for 3 years. Married for 19 years, 2 kids- Brett 16, Kaylee 11. Active in Community/Local Politics.
Steven Gaul, Extension Education
sgaul@ufl.edu
Why did you select this program?
To acquire the skills necessary to excel in my role as an extension agent.
What do you think will be the biggest challenge in completing this program?
Balancing time spent on family, work and school.
Personal biography
BS in Forestry, 1994, Iowa State University. Forester with Florida Division of Forestry 1994-2006.
Kiley Harper, Extension Education
kiley@ufl.edu
Why did you select this program?
I selected this program because it closely aligned my professional and personal goals for a graduate degree.
What do you think will be the biggest challenge in completing this program?
The demands of a busy extension program combined with school and home (time management).
Personal biography
I grew up in Dutton, Alabama and was active in 4-H and FFA. I graduated from Auburn University in December 2005 with a degree in Ag Communications. A former employee of the Western Palm Beach County Farm Bureau, I am now the Ag Safety Training Agent for Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension. I am engaged to Nick Larsen. We live in Pahokee, FL.
David Lott, Extension Education
dlott@ufl.edu
Why did you select this program?
I wanted another states perspective on Extension education. This program was highly recommended by one of my faculty advisors at K-State.
What do you think will be the biggest challenge in completing this program?
I am looking forward to the challenge of completing the projects and assignments in this program.
Personal biography
I am the District Horticulture Agent for the River Valley Extension District in north central Kansas. I graduated from Kansas State University with a BS in Agricultural Journalism in 1998. I recently completed a MS in Horticulture at K-State in 2005. My wife Amanda is the District 4-H Agent for the River Valley Extension District.
Bonnie Rowe, Extension Education
browe@ifas.ufl.edu
Why did you select this program?
With the program being distance delivered it makes it much more manageable while still working full-time. I also want to increase my productivity and service win the office and the community.
What do you think will be the biggest challenge in completing this program?
Being a student again after 30 years.
Personal biography
Husband, David. 3 children- Craig, Annah, Carrie (all college age!). 2 dogs- Fritz and Tigger. Have worked in St. Johns County extension Family Nutrition Program since January 2000. Have working in education since 1975. Love to decorate and I love working in extension.
