The Loveliest Village

For this week’s interview, I chose Mrs. Mary Jonhnson of Montgomery, Alabama. She graduated from Auburn University in December of 2001 with a degree in elementary education. She is now a stay-at-home mom to Porter, a beautiful 11 month old baby boy, who keeps her very entertained and busy. Before becoming a mom, she used her degree she obtained from Auburn and taught kindergarten and first grade at a number of different schools all over the state of Alabama. Some of the schools Mrs. Johnson has taught at are Warrior Academy, Crestline Elementary and St. James School. Listen as Mrs. Johnson shares with me the impact that Auburn had on her and her life.

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Jennifer Himburg, a student at Auburn University majoring in Agricultural Communications, was recently selected as an officer to represent the National Future Farmers of America.  Her official title was National Southern Region Vice President.
She became interested with the organization when she was in high school.  She was president of her high school’s chapter when she was a senior, but never dreamed of becoming a national officer.
Having the honor of serving on the National FFA meant that Jennifer would have to take a year off from Auburn.  Once she found out that she was selected as National Southern Region Vice President, she finished her coursework in about three weeks.  She then began traveling with the organization and managed to visit 48 states, and even Japan.  While on the road, Jennifer also got to share her love of Auburn University with everyone she met.
Listen in on our interview as Jennifer reminisces about her experience as being selected as a national officer with the Future Farmers of America.

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Chris and Monica Carroll, both Auburn University graduates, were recently selected as the 2007 Outstanding Young Farm Family of Alabama. The couple was selected at the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 86th Annual Meeting, which was held in December.
The Carroll’s own and operate a family farm that includes poultry, cattle, vegetables, and timber. In the fall, the Carroll’s are more famously known for their pumpkin patch and corn maze. Over 3,000 children of all ages visited the farm last year!
The Carroll’s have two children, Brittney, 7, and Blake, 6.
A unique quality that made the Carroll’s stand out from other farmers eligible for the award was the inspiration that they provide to others. Farming is very important to this family, but respecting and treating others in a kind manner is made evident in their day-to-day activities.
Listen in on my conversation with the Carroll’s as they talk about their farm and being chosen as the Outstanding Young Farm Family of Alabama.

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Tullie Culverhouse, a recent Auburn University graduate, now spends most of his time researching and lobbying for new agricultural laws. 
After graduation in December with a degree in Political Science, he found the perfect job to suit him.  He is now employed with the Alfa Farmer’s Federation in Montgomery, Alabama. 
With the legislature now in session, Culverhouse spends most of his days in meetings with various state political figures.  “Hot topics” that are currently being discussed and debated are issues such as immigration.  He enjoys researching and debating agricultural topics on behalf of Alabama farmers.
Listen in on our interview as he talks about his day-to-day activities and as he shares how Auburn University prepared him for his career.

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Hayley Wofford, a recent Auburn University graduate, had her dreams come true when she learned that she would be interning with Motorsports Management International, which is a mobile marketing tour with NASCAR.

She has been an avid race fan since a very young age, and has always dreamed of working for NASCAR.

Hayley would travel around the United States attending the NASCAR race each weekend. Her most memorable race was the one in Daytona, Florida becuase she has always wanted to go there. Getting to see and experience the races each weekend is something that Hayley will always remember and treasure.

During our interview Hayley talks about what her internship entailed. She also offers helpful advice and tips to others who might be looking for an internship.

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