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ANDY MARKWART HORIZON AWARD
The Andy Markwart Horizon Award, presented by the American Agricultural Editors' Association's Professional Improvement Foundation (PIF) and John Deere, is an annual award given to an AAEA member who embodies the youthful vigor, energy, passion, dedication and creativity shown by Andy in his volunteer work for AAEA for many years. Andy died in 2006 from heart problems (download form here).
Our first winner in 2007 was Jamie Cole of Progressive Farmer magazine.
The program is being funded with a $25,000 grant over five
years by John Deere (Andy's employer for many years prior to his death)
and matching funds to be raised by PIF. The winner will be an AAEA member
35 and under (affiliate or active). The second winner will be named at the
2008 AMS in Tampa.
The winner will receive a $2,500 stipend. The stipend can be used for attending the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists annual meeting, the AMS meeting or a special class, seminar, workshop, etc., that will be approved by AAEA and John Deere.
This stipend will be awarded to an AAEA member who exemplifies the youthful vigor, energy, passion, dedication and creativity shown by Andy in his volunteer work for AAEA for many years. "Our first winner, Jamie Cole, was a terrific example of just the kind of person eligible for this away," says Den Gardner, AAEA executive director. "Andy's tireless efforts and enthusiasm will always be remembered and the AAEA member selected each year will typify Andy's volunteerism and spirit."
The AAEA board and PIF trustees encourage members eligible to apply for the award. If you are over 35 years of age, encourage a younger member to apply.