Kortney E. White Watts
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217-***-**** acuo2c@r.postjobfree.com
Education
Western Illinois University May 2016 Bachelors degree
Major: Agricultural Science
Minor: Animal Science & Agricultural Finance
Related coursework: Livestock Nutrition, Genetics, Livestock Evaluation, Grain & Livestock Merchandising, Man &
Animal Interaction, Agricultural Business Man
agement, Agriculture Finance, and Environmental Economics.
While attending WIU I was able to get a lot of hands on experience at our university farms, I have worked with hogs,
cattle, and sheep.
LincolN Land Community College December 2013 Associate Degree
Major: Agricultural Science
Work Experience
Western illinois University- student employee April 2015-Present
1 University Circle Macomb IL.
Working on the Starnet grant program processing online registrations, and helping prepare for events
Helping organize and keep the office areas clean and tidy
Worked with Filemaker Pro, Excel, Word, Google Calendar, Indesign and etc.
Pioneer- Summer Internship May 2014-August 2014
21888 N 950th Rd. Adair IL.
Worked in pollinating, stand counting and plant and ear height crews
Individually worked on a nitrogen study during my internship
Helped supervise whenever necessary
Scheels-Attractions July 2013-May 2014
3801 S MacArthur Blvd. Springfield IL
Maintained Ferris Wheel and keep all riders safe by ensuring safety practices
Advertised the Scheels Visa and help processed applications
Ensured everyone visiting the establishment had a worthwhile experience
Awards
State FFA Degree 2012
Maintained an up to date record book on Goats, Ag in the Classroom, and Home Remodeling Supervised
Agricultural Experiences
Completed a total of 1500 hours in all Supervised Agricultural Experiences combined.
American FFA Degree 2014
Continued to maintain record book on Goats, Ducks, and Landscape Supervised Agricultural Experiences.
Completed a total of 2500 hours in all Supervised Agricultural Experiences combined.
Western Illinois University Deans List 2014-2015
Volunteer Work
Landscape Management (4H Center, Macomb IL) 2015
Farm Bureau 2014-
present
Roadside Clean-Up 2014-present
Study Abroad Spring Break 2016
BRAZIL
Toured Coffee, Sugar Cane, Flower, Dairy, Beef, and other production facilities
Spoke with many industry leaders about water production, organic regulations, imports/exports and many other
leading issues in Brazil.
Clubs/Leadership Roles
SIGMA ALPHA SORORITY 2014-2016
Participated with sisters in volunteering and club activities
Alumni Chair (2015-2016)
AG MECHANICS CLUB
2014-2016
Assisted with the WIU Farm Machinery Show and other club activities
Food Chair (2015-2016) and Advertising Chair (2015-2016)
HORTICULTURE CLUB
2014-2015
Assisted with FFA Horticulture Judging at WIU and other club activities
President (2014-2015)
ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU 2015
Attended monthly meetings
References
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MS. HEATHER GRISWOLD
SUPERVISOR FOR CURRENT JOB
MACOMB, IL
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MS.JUDY MITCHELL
RETIRED/FAMILY ACQUAINTANCE
NIANTIC, IL
MR. JUSTIN BOURQUIN
ACQUAINTANCE/FELLOW LEATHERNECK
APPLE RIVER, IL
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