"Grit and Humility"

Growing Our Future

In this insightful episode of Growing Our Future, host Aaron Alejandro sits down with Zoee Nolen, a 2022-2023 Texas FFA officer and junior at Texas A&M University. Zoee shares her remarkable journey, from growing up on a traditional West Texas farm to discovering a passion for agriculture through FFA after two major injuries derailed her sports career. Now a double major in Agricultural Communications & Journalism and Agricultural Economics, Zoee reflects on how her family's work in agriculture ignited her deep appreciation for the industry.

Zoee also discusses her involvement at Texas A&M, including her role as Vice President of Public Relations for the Student Council for the College of Agriculture and her work with AgriLife Communications. Additionally, she talks about her ambition to make an impact on the global stage, with plans to participate in the International Agricultural Education Fellowship Program in Ghana or Guatemala.

Story Notes:

• Gratitude is a key to personal growth and leadership.
• Zoee’s journey from sports to agriculture highlights the power of resilience.
• The role of FFA in shaping leadership and a deep connection to the agricultural industry.
• Zoee’s goal of working in international agriculture to promote sustainable practices.

Learn more at MyTexasFFA.org

Chapter

1. "Grit and Humility" (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Agriculture and Leadership With Zoe (00:00:02)

3. Journeying to Explore the World (00:11:50)

4. Cultural Insights Through Travel Experience (00:20:57)

5. Developing Skills Through FFA Experience (00:29:06)

6. Cultivating Future Leaders Through Education (00:42:40)