Nine Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service agents garnered national awards for Achievement in Service and Distinguished Service at the recent National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals annual conference in Atlanta.

The awards program recognizes individuals who excel in their professional responsibilities, create outstanding programming and reach milestones in their careers. 

Previously selected as state winners during the Texas Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals, these individuals advanced to receive a national award.

“These agents are a shining example of dedication and leadership,” said Courtney Dodd, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension associate director for health, families and youth programs. “Whether it is in the area of agriculture, natural resources, health, family, community development or civic leadership, they represent our commitment to provide educational opportunities to Texas 4-H youth.”

Founded in 1908, Texas 4-H is the state’s largest youth development program and is part of AgriLife Extension and The Texas A&M University System. Texas 4-H provides programs in all 254 counties and reached almost 520,000 youth ages 8-18 last year.

Achievement in Service Awards

Winners of the Achievement in Service Awards are:

  • Brittany Allen, 4-H youth development agent, Williamson County.
  • Megan Carter, agriculture and natural resources agent, Chambers County.
  • Becky Coward, 4-H youth development agent, Coryell County.
  • Cassie Ferguson, 4-H youth development agent, Leon County.

Distinguished Service Award

Winners of the Distinguished Service Awards are:

  • Kristy Titzman, 4-H youth development agent, Walker County. Titzman also received the national award for Communicator: Personal Column.
  • Courtney Mercer, family and community health agent and 4-H coordinator, Jackson County.
  • Cari Snider, 4-H youth development program specialist, District 2, Lubbock.
  • Julie York, family and community health agent, Upshur County.

Meritorious Service Award

The recipient of a Meritorious Service Award was Tamra McGaughy, Ph.D., 4-H youth development agent, Grayson County.

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