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MANRRS, Promising Youth Center for Excellence, and 4-H Youth Development Center came together to commemorate the end of the school year

A successful end-of-year send-off event was hosted by 2024-2025 MANRRS students from Kentucky State University (KSU). The event was held on campus to serve as a farewell to the outgoing academic year and as an opportunity for incoming agriculture students to connect with their peers before the fall semester. What made this event even more special was that the gathering included the Promising Youth Center for Excellence and 4-H Youth Development, fostering a spirit of unity and engagement among young leaders in agriculture and STEM fields. 

Attendees were able to enjoy a variety of interactive activities from the 4-H curriculum that are designed to encourage teamwork and problem-solving. From games like puzzle blind, tug and pull, and other hands-on agricultural activities, the event provided a lively atmosphere where students could bond over shared interests.

“The collaboration between MANRRS, the Promising Youth Center for Excellence, and 4-H Youth Development highlighted the importance of mentorship and outreach in building a strong agricultural community. The overall goal is to have the next MANRRS group serve as mentors for the youth between both programs, in which the youth are exposed to opportunities available in agriculture and natural resources to inspire the next wave of leaders,” said Brian Walker, 4-H Extension Assistant.

As the 2024-2025 academic year came to a close, the MANRRS chapter at KSU has already begun preparing for an exciting fall semester. With new partnerships forming and more students ready to get involved, the future looks bright for agricultural education and youth development at Kentucky State University.

"This was such a great way to wrap up the year, seeing everyone come together, returning students, new faces, and our partners from 4-H and the Promising Youth Center for Excellence was truly rewarding,” said KSU student Jaiya McCargo.

Congratulations to the MANRRS students for organizing such a successful and impactful event. Their dedication to building community and supporting the next generation of agricultural professionals is truly commendable.