Brother Allan Johnson and Sara Wyant established this fund with the intent to annually award $5,000 for a housing stipend and offer an internship opportunity in Washington, D.C.
How to Apply
Eligibility Criteria
- Sophomore or junior Alpha Gamma Rho member in good standing.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Pursuing an agricultural or food-related degree path.
- Demonstrated leadership and agricultural involvement.
- Demonstrated interest in agricultural or food policy.
Supporting Documents
- Essay, 500 words or fewer, on, "Agvocacy," and personal agricultural or food policy interests.
- Three reference letters (one from the school, one from an alumnus member of Alpha Gamma Rho, and one personal.)
The individual selected to benefit from the Allan Johnson & Sara Wyant Agriculture and Rural Policy Internship is expected to do the following:
- Write a letter of appreciation for the internship/fellowship opportunity to Allan Johnson and Sara Wyant.
- Complete, "Foundations in Personal Finance Chapter 5; Family, Friends, & Philanthropy," on AGRconnect™ and submit a copy of their AGRconnect™ transcript.
- Speak at Washington, D.C. Alumni Chapter luncheon for formal introduction and welcome by the area alumni.
- Assist Alpha Gamma Rho Home Office staff in an article for the SICKLE & SHEAF and other media channels.
- Provide a presentation of their experience to their respective Alpha Gamma Rho chapters.
- Attend Alpha Gamma Rho's Biennial National Convention, assisting the Home Office Staff and Convention Advisory Team in conducting a convention workshop.
- Serve a three-year term on the Fund Advisory Committee
Application Deadline: Dec. 31, 2023
Agriculture and Rural Policy Internship Application
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions regarding the Agriculture and Rural Policy Internship, contact:
Carol Johnson
Chief Development Officer
[email protected]
