UW-River Falls Students and Alumni Compete in Alice in Dairyland Finals, Highlighting Agricultural Advocacy
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF) is prominently represented in the upcoming Alice in Dairyland finals, with half of the finalists being current or former students. Gabby Huitema, a senior majoring in animal science, along with alumni Michelle Stangler and Jessica Moor, are among the contenders for the prestigious role. The Alice in Dairyland position, managed by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, involves promoting the state's agriculture industry. Huitema, who has a background in showing lambs and promoting agriculture, is passionate about ensuring people understand the origins of their food. Stangler, a journalism and agricultural marketing communications graduate, has a rich history of storytelling in agriculture, having traveled extensively to document farmers' stories. Moor, with a background in business administration, developed her love for agriculture through 4-H and FFA activities. The finals, scheduled for May 14-16, will include various activiti...