“My connection to the dairy industry, passion for food security issues, and desire to create positive change has inspired me to contribute my best effort as a Global Food Challenge Emerging Leader for Food Security.”

-  Alyssa Dougherty , Iowa State University, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“I am looking forward to exploring food security and sustainability through the Global Food Challenge to round out my agriculture degree.”

-  Bailee Cook, Purdue University, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“My experience with international agriculture has intensified my interest in finding solutions to make the agriculture industry more sustainable and decrease waste in the food chain.”

-  Dane Chapman, Purdue University, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“I am very optimistic about the future of agriculture thanks to the innovative and sustainable efforts taking place on a global level.”

-  Izaiah Bokunewicz, Penn State, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“Growing up in a small ranch town has shown me the impact agriculture can have on local families. I want to find practical, sustainable solutions that make an impact on local and global hunger.”

-  Jansen Penny , Kansas State University, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“I wanted to work on the Global Food Challenge because since I came to college I have seen the astounding amount of food waste that occurs, even though there are people in my community who are food insecure, and I want to do my part to help.”

-  Julia Loudenburg, George Washington University, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“In my work with the World Food Prize I saw the benefit of agricultural improvements for all people. I hope to bring together multidisciplinary solutions to advance food security.”

-  Katriel Marks, Purdue University, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“I am excited to find new ways to meet the demands of the growing world with the Global Food Challenge.”

-  Kinnidy Coley, North Carolina A&T State University, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“What I hope to learn through this internship is how to pursue and achieve goals in a company setting, more about the reality of world food problems, and how to build strong leadership skills.”

-  Sarah Vater, University of Minnesota, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018

“Growing up in rural Minnesota, my family and community ingrained in me a strong appreciation for honesty, respect, responsibility and generosity in agriculture and community participation. I believe my rural background will provide a solid foundation for me to drive change in agriculture.”

-  Sierra Williamson, University of Minnesota, Emerging Leader, 2017-2018