"As a member of the Valley Go Getters, my 4-H leader Jim Gill, always would say, 'Always have a Goal'. That has held through my career and retirement."
B.S. '71 Home Economics, University of Illinois; M.S. '78 Education, Iowa State University; M.S. '95 Nutrition/Dietetics, Eastern Illinois University; Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist
Retired, Nutrition & Wellness Educator, University of Illinois Extension
Favorite 4-H Projects: Food and Beef Cattle
How did 4-H contribute to your leadership skills today?
I had wonderful role models and county extension advisors that were OUTSTANDING role models! I learned a lot through my 4-H Clubs and county Federation to be a member of a team.
Did 4-H instill a career path for you?
Loved foods projects, cooking, baking, preservation all of which led me to a Nutrition & Wellness Educator position and going back for a Masters degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
What advice do you have for someone who is interested in your career path?
Like what you are doing, continue to learn and adapt to your ever changing environment.
What advice would you give a current 4-H member?
Try different projects, more than one, to expand your comfort zone.
Why should young people join 4-H today?
To learn life skills and people skills!