Ali Ice

Environmental Science Specialization: I completed a roughly two-month course that introduced me to contemporary environmental issues, examining the physical, biological, and chemical processes often underlying these challenges. This specialization required enrollment in three classes: Environmental Science, Population, Food, and Soil, and Energy and Environment. I successfully completed each, earning my specialization in this area.

Agroforestry Specialization: I completed a non-credit course with them titled Sustainable Agricultural Land Management. Following that, I enrolled in additional courses to gain my specialization in agroforestry, a process that took about three months. These courses included Major Systems of the World, Ecosystem Services, Food, and Sustainability, Climate, Carbon Storage, and Agroforestry, Principles and Practices, and Principles of Plant and Soil Management.

The Gamma Beta Phi Society is a prestigious honor society that recognizes and celebrates academic excellence, leadership, and service among college and university students. Membership in this society is an acknowledgment of outstanding achievements in various fields, including scholarship, character, and citizenship. Gamma Beta Phi fosters a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to making a positive impact through educational pursuits and community engagement. Involved in service projects. My Roles: Demonstrated a commitment to responsible citizenship and contributed to the welfare of the community, actively engaged in events, meetings, and initiatives to contribute to the organizations success, and upheld ethical and moral principles, fostering a positive and inclusive environment

The American Society of Agronomy (ASA) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the discipline of agronomy through research, education, and outreach.My roles included: participation in webinars, workshops, and seminars organized by ASA to supplement classroom learning and explore emerging topics in agronomy, networking opportunities with experienced agronomy professionals, researchers, and educators through ASA conferences, symposia, and student chapters, and participation in research projects and initiatives facilitated by ASA

I actively engaged in various initiatives to promote regenerative agriculture. I volunteered for workshops, where I gained hands-on experience and shared knowledge with fellow participants. I contributed to discussions on current trends and practices, helping to foster a collaborative environment. I also took the initiative to create educational content online, sharing insights about regenerative agriculture to reach a wider audience. Additionally, I networked with farmers around the country, learning from their experiences and best practices. To amplify our efforts, I utilized social media to promote our events and initiatives, helping to raise awareness and engage more people in the conversation about regenerative farming.