Category Archives: 2012 Convention

National FFA Alumni Keeping Busy at Convention

Lucy Whitehead, with the National FFA Alumni, explains how convention attendees can become involved with the many activities offered for both alumnus and members. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Feature_Lucy_Whitehead.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Arizona FFA Members Participate in Agriscience Fair

The National FFA Agriscience Fair had their interview portion of their competition this morning. This involves FFA members presenting their projects to judges and await the results to be named tomorrow evening. Taylor Morgan and Kailey Holliday from the Gilbert, … Continue reading

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Former FFA Member Becomes Singer-Songwriter

Levi Riggs, former Danville, Indiana FFA member, performed during the National FFA Alumni tailgate Wednesday evening. His unique FFA experience and how it progressed him to where he is today. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Feature_Levi_Riggs.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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FFA Teams with Kids Against Hunger

Larry Moore, Executive Director of Kids Against Hunger http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Interview_LarryMoore.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton Speaks to FFA Members

Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton shared his inspiring message of overcoming obstacles at the Session 1A of the 85th National FFA Convention. Afterwards, Scott took the time to talk with our own Emily Walker and Spencer Chase about what inspired … Continue reading

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Scott Hamilton Speaks to FFA Convention Attendees

Olympic champion and cancer survivor Scott Hamilton spoke to attendees in the Opening Session of the 8th National FFA Convention… http://ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2012/Speaker_ScottHamilton.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Opening Session: The National Advisor’s Challenge

National FFA Advisor Steve Brown issued a challenge to FFA members….. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2012/AdvisorsChallenge.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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National FFA Chorus: The National Anthem

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Opening Session: National Officer Reflections

The 2011 – 20112 National FFA Officer team shared their reflections with convention attendees during the opening session of the 85th National FFA Convention….. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/NationalOfficerReflections.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Collegiate Career Fair

Lindsey Calhoun, Event Coordinator for the National FFA Organization, reserved a section of the Career Expo specifically for the college population attending convention. The one-on-one time with companies allows Collegiate FFA members to explore possible internships and future career paths. … Continue reading

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