Animal Science Education Advisory Committee

More information on 4-H Animal Science.

The 4-H Animal Science Education Advisory Committee is comprised of a diverse and representative group of 4-H YDP youth, volunteers, and staff with an interest and expertise in animal science education.  The purpose of the committee includes the following:

• Represent the interests of animal activities and programs throughout the state.
• Enhance the effectiveness of the educational deliveries and opportunities for the animal science education program.
• Establish direction for statewide animal science programs and identify opportunities for youth interested in the program.
• Determine the animal science training and development needs of volunteers and youth and assist in delivering appropriate training opportunities.
• Gather input on program direction, events, educational opportunities and other matters pertaining to the animal science program.
• Develop and maintain project competencies and proficiencies for animal science projects.
• Locate, review, and make recommendations on animal science educational materials.
• Seek collaborative opportunities with other groups or organizations as appropriate.
• Assist in the development and management of a process for 4-H animal science involvement and participation at the State Fair.
• Assist in the development of a handbook outlining policies, procedures and best practices for 4-H involvement in fairs and expositions. 

Responsible to: Steve Dasher, San Diego 4-H Youth Development Advisor, hsdasher@ucdavis.edu
                           Cynthia Barnett, San Bernardino 4-H Youth Development Advisor, ccbarnett@ucdavis.edu

Committee Member Responsibilities:

• Gather input on agenda items before meetings
• Attend all scheduled 4-H Animal Science Education Advisory Committee meetings.
• Provide input on various animal science issues facing the California 4-H YDP.
• Express ideas and input from constituents and stakeholders of the animal science education program.
• Complete action items assigned at meetings and participate in subcommittee work.
• Support educational opportunities for youth.
• Assist in the development and delivery of an annual plan of work.

Committee Membership:

The 4-H animal Science Education Advisory Committee is comprised of up to 18-19 individuals:

6 – Youth (2/region)

6 – 4-H Adult Volunteers and Program Partners (2/region)

3 – County 4-H YDP Staff (1/region)

3-4 – State 4-H YDP Staff

• Animal Science Specialist
• Statewide Animal Science Education Advisors
• State 4-H YDP Office Liaison