For over four decades, Dr. Anson Elliott, Missouri State University faculty emeritus, dedicated his life to advancing agricultural education. He spent 36 years as director of the William H. Darr School of Agriculture, which became a college in 2016. In fall 2025, the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) honored him with its … [Read more...] about Honoring a legacy of excellence in agriculture
For nearly a decade, Dr. Kendrick Spencer, assistant professor in the School of Hospitality and Agricultural Leadership at Missouri State University, has contributed to agricultural education in Texas. With strong research expertise and a passion for developing the next generation of agricultural educators, his arrival marks an exciting new chapter for the university. From … [Read more...] about Shaping the future of agricultural education
The William H. Darr College of Agriculture at Missouri State University is making a bold investment in the future of agriculture education by welcoming two accomplished professionals to the School of Hospitality and Agricultural Leadership. This fall, Dr. Kendrick Spencer and Jon Wilson bring a dynamic blend of research expertise and classroom leadership to the program, … [Read more...] about Doubling down on agriculture education
For nearly four decades, Dr. Jim Hutter, an associate professor in the School of Hospitality and Agricultural Leadership at Missouri State University, has dedicated his life to shaping agriculture education in Missouri. For his decades-long contributions as an educator and mentor, he has inspired generations of students. In recognition of this impact, the Agricultural … [Read more...] about Celebrating excellence in teaching and service
Missouri State University agriculture education senior Colin Boyd is living proof that with hard work and dedication, success is sure to follow. Boyd, who is originally from Shelbyville, Tennessee, moved to Waynesville, Missouri, during his sophomore year of high school. He started studying at Missouri State in fall 2021. He chose to become a Bear for many reasons, … [Read more...] about On the right path to becoming a professor