Hello everyone! My name is Sarah Beaver, and I am running for the College of Agricultural Sciences UPUA Representative and the Student Senator within the Faculty Senate. I am a first-year student majoring in Agricultural and Extension Education and intend to minor in International Agriculture. I am from a small town in McKean County, Pennsylvania, where my passion for agriculture started. I value the role that agriculture plays in our university and my life.
My UPUA journey started last semester when I joined SHiP (Shadowing and Introductory Program). Through SHiP, I found that I was most interested in the work of the legislative branch. A few months, later the position of Parliamentarian opened, and because of my experience with parliamentary procedure, I applied. I have now been serving as the 18th Assembly’s Parliamentarian for about three months. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time assisting in the order of the assembly and also getting to see the amazing work they do every week.
I have decided to take the next step and run for the College of Agricultural Sciences Representative in the 19th Assembly. I am excited for the opportunity to run for this position and be able to represent the students in the College of Agricultural Sciences. I have always valued the importance of service and advocacy, and would be honored to represent the College of Agricultural Sciences.
There are a few initiatives that I would be interested in working on if I were elected. The first one would be to continue the tradition of a National Agricultural Day Celebration. This event brings together students from all over the University to recognize and celebrate the industry of agriculture. Another initiative I hope to help with is ensuring that the Penn State Farmer Partnership Program Summit can be held again next year. This year was the first time this event was held. It was a great way to get students and industry professionals talking about agriculture, its impacts, and important issues within the industry.
It would be an honor to represent the College of Agricultural Sciences in the 19th Assembly and within the Faculty Senate. If you have any questions for me, please reach out by emailing me at skb6470@psu.edu, I would love to discuss any concerns or questions.
Candidate Engagements:
FFA Alumni and Supporters
Student Red Cross Club
UPUA Parliamentarian