Pendleton Cattle Barons Weekend

~~RyLee Demianew~~
Pendleton Cattle Barons Scholarship Recipient
I am from Pendleton, Oregon. This March, I completed my bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science at Oregon State University, and I am currently in the Accelerated Master’s Program for Agricultural Education. After finishing my degree, I plan to become a high school AgriScience teacher and FFA advisor. Agriculture isn’t just something I study, it’s a huge part of who I am. It’s my heritage. My great-great-great-grandmother, Elizabeth Hemphill, homesteaded on our family’s land in 1865 along Stewart Creek in Umatilla County. Knowing that my family has been part of agriculture for generations makes it even more meaningful to me. Throughout my time at OSU, I’ve been involved in a variety of organizations and experiences that have strengthened both my knowledge and passion for agriculture. I helped reestablish the Agriculture Education Club at Oregon State after it had died out, and we’ve worked hard to rebuild it into a strong community for students interested in teaching and ag education. I was also selected as a National Ambassador, where I had the opportunity to advocate for agricultural education on a national level. I am currently an intern with Oregon Ag in the Classroom, where I help develop and share educational materials and assist with outreach events to teach students about agriculture. I’ve also gained a lot of hands-on experience through my involvement in the Steer-A-Year Club. Through this program, I’ve helped care for and manage cattle, assisted with vaccinations and herd health, and attended events like the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association Conference.

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