Megan Winfree is a 2020 graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education and Communications. She has internship experience with United States Sugar Corporation in technical operations and communications. Her leadership experience includes involvement with the CALS Leadership Institute, Collegiate Farm Bureau, CALS Ambassador program, and Dance Marathon. She also holds affiliations with Gator Collegiate Cattlewomen's Association, Alpha Tau Alpha Honor Society, and Agricultural Future of America.
Megan Winfree is a 2020 graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education and Communications. She has internship experience with United States Sugar Corporation in technical operations and communications. Her leadership experience includes involvement with the CALS Leadership Institute, Collegiate Farm Bureau, CALS Ambassador program, and Dance Marathon. She also holds affiliations with Gator Collegiate Cattlewomen's Association, Alpha Tau Alpha Honor Society, and Agricultural Future of America.
Megan Winfree is a 2020 graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education and Communications. She has internship experience with United States Sugar Corporation in technical operations and communications. Her leadership experience includes involvement with the CALS Leadership Institute, Collegiate Farm Bureau, CALS Ambassador program, and Dance Marathon. She also holds affiliations with Gator Collegiate Cattlewomen's Association, Alpha Tau Alpha Honor Society, and Agricultural Future of America.
Megan Winfree is a 2020 graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education and Communications. She has internship experience with United States Sugar Corporation in technical operations and communications. Her leadership experience includes involvement with the CALS Leadership Institute, Collegiate Farm Bureau, CALS Ambassador program, and Dance Marathon. She also holds affiliations with Gator Collegiate Cattlewomen's Association, Alpha Tau Alpha Honor Society, and Agricultural Future of America.
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Education and Communications May 2020 University of Florida, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Gainesville, FL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE United States Sugar Corporation Technical Operations Intern, Clewiston, FL May 2017-August 2017 • Worked with ArcGIS to create more efficient maps to use throughout the planting and harvest season. • Gained experience out in the field working with Trimble systems gathering data on sugarcane location and varieties. United States Sugar Corporation Communications Intern, Clewiston, FL May 2018-August 2018 • Wrote and edited comments and post for social media and collaborated with communication directors on events. • Planned and attended public relation and marketing meetings and events in order to learn technical skills within marketing and public relations related to agriculture. University of Florida Agricultural Communications Department Research Assistant, Gainesville, FL August 2017-May 2018 • Recorded and studied surveys and data information in order to understand the scientific communication of agriculture to the everyday citizen. • Wrote and presented findings to classrooms and individuals at expos, conventions, and on campus. LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT University of Florida CALS Leadership Institute Cohort 9 January 2018-Present • Develop professional and personal leadership skills through coursework and international service. • Collaborate with a mentor to better understand intended career field in relation to agricultural sciences. University of Florida Collegiate Farm Bureau Member August 2017 – Present • Learn issues and policies that affect Florida agriculture and possible solutions to give farmers and ranchers and better quality of life. • Volunteer with Florida Farm Bureau throughout the year at service events within the agriculture industry. University of Florida College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Ambassador Ambassador March 2017- Present • Assist the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences with special events such as career fairs and seminars to spread awareness about agricultural careers and education. • Promote the college in everyday activities by becoming a source of information to other University of Florida students. Agricultural Communicators and Leaders of Tomorrow Member March 2017-Present • Promote the department through fundraisers, learning opportunities, and volunteering within the community. • Attend tours of different agricultural sectors within the community to learn more about the local industry. Dance Marathon at the University of Florida 3rd Year Dancer September 2016 – Present • Worked toward a fundraising goal of $2,000 and stood for 26.2 hours during the largest student-run philanthropy in the Southeast benefitting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Member August 2016 – May 2018 • Attend weekly meetings with a team of 4 out of 200 sisters to discuss all aspects of chapter health and safety. • Volunteer during social activities to minimize situations that jeopardize property or a person’s safety. AWARDS/AFFILIATIONS Gator Colligate Cattlewomen’s Association August 2017-Present Alpha Tau Alpha Honor Society March 2017-Present Agricultural Future of America Food Institute January 2018 Agricultural Future of America Leadership Conference November 2017 Florida Bright Futures Academic Scholarship June 2016 Microsoft Office Specialist Certification August 2012 - June 2016 American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Delegate July 2015