Agronomy Ambassador Blog

Career Fair 101

By Makala Hammons | Feb 23, 2023

The College of Ag Career fairs are some of the greatest opportunities to land an internship, or even a full-time position. As a Senior graduating this May, I’ve had the chance to be on both sides of the table. I think I’d prefer being a recruiter, however being a student seeking opportunity first was necessary…

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Agronomy Department Mentoring Programs

By Emily Harker | Feb 22, 2023

Establishing a foundational relationship with your peers and mentors is an important part of the college experience. Freshman year comes with challenges but, when upper classmen reach out to help guide and teach it can minimize those difficulties. Even in my sophomore year I have been able to take my experiences and learn from them…

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Get a dog

By Brooklynn Williams | Feb 21, 2023

If you want a distraction from the stress of school; and also want a way to get outside more, than go get a dog. The start of my junior year I found myself bored and because I lived alone, I did not get out that much other than to go to class. Getting a dog…

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Embracing the suck

By Makinzie France | Feb 21, 2023

We all know that time of the school year when you just want a break. Classwork seems to be piling up along with a never-ending list of meetings and activities. And spring break has never felt so far away. As I walk to class and hear students talking everyone is talking about the same few…

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The Future is Scary

By Claire King | Feb 21, 2023

With whatever stage of life you are at (finishing high school, finishing college, or starting a new career), trying to look into what your future may look like can be scary. We all attempt to figure out exactly what it will look like; who will stay in my life, how will my routines change, and…

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Getting Outdoors!

By Isabel Gordon | Feb 20, 2023

As the weather starts to get warmer, being outside around campus becomes a lot more enjoyable. At Purdue, we’re fortunate to have a lot of beautiful outdoor areas around campus to enjoy after being stuck inside all winter. Happy Hollow Park and Horticulture Park are two great areas to explore when you need to take…

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It’s my Last Semester at Purdue

By Samantha Barker | Feb 20, 2023

It is hard to believe it is actually my last semester! It feels like four years have flown by! Senior year has by far been the most hectic, but rewarding. Without too many required classes left to take, I have had more time to take classes for fun, devote more time to research, and even…

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Come to Purdue and Become an Ambassador

By Nate Adams | Feb 20, 2023

I think it would be a very good idea for you to come to Purdue. There are lots of fun things to do here and many great classes that you can take. However, probably one of the most enjoyable things at Purdue is becoming an Agronomy Ambassador because you get the joy of writing these…

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Ag Alumni Fish Fry

By Reagan Rowland | Feb 13, 2023

Involvement is huge here at Purdue! Getting involved in a club or organization is one of the best pieces of advice I can give to a freshman coming onto campus. Being involved can lead you to be able to do many fun activities and events! Two weeks ago I had the opportunity to serve our…

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