A View from the Point Rows: Reflections on a Faculty Career: 2025 Distinguished Lecture, American Association for Agricultural Education

Donald M. Johnson

doi:10.5032/jae.v66i3.3216

Authors

Donald M. Johnson University of Arkansas https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2592-654X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5032/jae.v66i3.3216

Keywords:

Teaching, Research, Service, Higher Education, Agricultural Education, AAAE Distinguished Lecture

Abstract

The Distinguished Lecture, presented annually at the American Association for Agricultural Education (AAAE) conference, serves as a cornerstone event that inspires, challenges, and engages the association’s members. This lecture is delivered by a respected scholar or thought leader whose work has significantly influenced agricultural education and related fields. The purpose of the Distinguished Lecture is to provoke thoughtful dialogue, stimulate innovation, and provide a broader perspective on critical issues facing the profession. Through this presentation, AAAE reaffirms its commitment to advancing scholarship, leadership, and impactful teaching in agricultural education.

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