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Department of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership

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Department of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership

An Ohio State academic unit preparing agricultural communicators, educators, and leaders through undergraduate and graduate programs, research, and outreach.

08/27/2026

Join us in congratulating Amy Michaels on the successful completion her master's oral exam for her project, "Engaging Homeschool Audiences through Ohio 4-H: A Guidebook for 4-H Professionals."

Dr. Julie Fox served on her committee along with Dr. Scott Scheer as her advisor.

Congratulations Amy!

08/26/2026

We are pleased to welcome Delaney Murray as the new communication and marketing specialist at ACEL.

Delaney brings extensive experience in journalism and digital communications, with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in journalism from Ohio University. Previously, she served as a digital content specialist at VCU Health, overseeing web content, digital strategy, and brand communications for a major academic health system. Her background also includes content writing, editorial roles, and newsroom digital production.

Welcome to the Buckeye family, Delaney!

08/24/2026

This morning, we welcomed this group of ACEL Buckeyes to the Columbus campus.

We enjoyed getting to know a little more about them and where they come from, including what makes their hometowns unique, while also hearing our faculty share the paths that led them to ACEL!

We can’t wait to see what these students accomplish during their time as Buckeyes!

08/13/2026

Join us in congratulating our doctoral students who graduated this past weekend! We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

08/03/2026

Join us in congratulating Emily Masters on the successful defense of her dissertation, "Exploring Ohio 4-H Community Club Advisors’ Perceptions of the Teen Mental Health Crisis and Their Role in Supporting Youth Well-Being.” She was advised by Dr. Keith Smith and committee members Drs. Kirk Bloir and Jeff King.

07/29/2026

Join us in congratulating Nick Cassel on the successful defense of his dissertation, “Eyes in the Field: A Qualitative Study of UAV Adoption, Stakeholder Perceptions, and Structural Influences in Rural Southeastern Georgia.” He was advised by Dr. Mary Rodriguez and committee members Drs. Greg Davis, Jera Niewoehner-Green, Brian Raison, and Scott Smitson.

07/27/2026

Please join us in congratulating Leon Cato, who successfully passed his master’s exam! He was advised by Dr. Greg Davis, and committee member, Dr. Susie Whittington.

07/22/2026

Join us in congratulating Brooke Felts on the successful defense of her dissertation, “The Joy of Teams: A Grounded Theory Exploration of Competencies for Transdisciplinary Research Team Participation Among Faculty Members of American Universities.” She was advised by Dr. Joy Rumble, and committee members Drs. Amanda Bowling, Rachel Kajfez, and Jera Niewoehner-Green.

07/20/2026

Join us in congratulating Kenny Saephan, Ph.D. Candidate, and Priya Das, a recent Ph.D. graduate, on receiving the NACTA (North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture) Doctoral Student Teaching Award during the annual conference in June!

07/16/2026

Join us in congratulating Dr. Kellie Claflin, who received the NACTA (North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture) Educator Award at their national conference in June. A well-deserved honor; congrats!

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2120 Fyffe Road, 208 Agricultural Administration Building
Columbus, OH
43210

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://acel.osu.edu/

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