Everyone in a workplace is important, especially those who have taken someone under their wings. This summer I was lucky enough to have Dr. Laura Ney and Ms. Joanna Wright take me under their wings. These two are amazing women who are Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Agents, but they also come with Mr. Clarke whom of which is the mascot for the Athens-Clarke Extension Office.
Dr. Ney will be completing her second year, with Extension, in just a few weeks. As the Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent for Athens-Clarke County, she has a wide range of responsibilities. She works with homeowners, farmers, farmers markets, community organizations and with researchers.
"My job is never boring. That is probably my favorite thing about this job," stated by Dr. Ney.
Joanna is currently a graduate student at the University of Georgia. She has been the Athens-Clarke County Agriculture and Natural Resources Program Assistant for a little over two years. She helps coordinate their volunteer programs and educational classes. In addition, she assists with helping clients who seek services that they offer such as soil and water testing which is one of many services they offer.
"I love that my job is in agriculture and natural resources, but also has a people-oriented focus. I like to help people in learning new things about the environment they live in," Joanna stated.
Clarke has been the Athens-Clarke County Extension Super Gardener for over a year now. He enjoys battling pests, identifying weeds, and saving plants in distress.
Furthermore, there is a lot to learn from each of them. I can learn more about how to run a successful farmers market and connect with the community from Dr. Ney. Additionally, I can learn how to help coordinate events, and everything that needs to be done to have an event. Lastly, I can learn the importance of seeing all the little things such as pests from Clarke.
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