Graduate Student Organization
The Department of Agricultural Economics provides a friendly, professional environment where success in one's program is determined by the effort and energy one wants to apply. To ensure this environment, the Graduate Student Organization (GSO) functions as an organ of representation, communication, and coordination among graduate students of the Department of Agricultural Economics and between such students, faculty, and staff members of the Department of Agricultural Economics, College of Agriculture, the University of Kentucky, and the non-academic community.
Graduate students are encouraged to present papers at professional meetings and participate in academic programs that contribute to career development. Also, our excellent extension faculty is always willing to take graduate students along during trips around the state. Such trips are not only informative, but also provide a unique perspective on how extension and community outreach strengthen our department's relevance in the state's agricultural and general economic development.
The GSO plans social and academic funtions throughout the year. Some of the activities planned for this coming year are:
- Picnics, happy-hours and other get-togethers
- Mentor program for new students (welcoming and providing peer advice)
- Software seminars
- Job search and career development sessions
Officers (2007-2008)
President: Jonathan Shepherd
Vice President: John Conley
Secretary: John Whooley
Treasurer: Simona Balazs
For additional information:
For additional information about the GSO, please contact one of the officers.