ALEC as a whole department

Teaching

Developing Human Potential Through Teaching

Research and Outreach

Developing Human Potential Through Research and Outreach

Educational Media

Developing Human Potential Through Educational Media

Developing Human Potential

ALEC in Action

Welcome!

Enrolling in the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication (ALEC) offers many choices of courses and programs to suit your interests and career plans. You are invited to contact our faculty members for information and specifics about our programs.

The ALEC Department serves clients of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, especially those involved in agriculture, natural resources, the environment, and youth and community development.

ALEC Vision/Strategic Plan

The leader in developing extraordinary teachers, leaders, and communicators, and delivering critical information for Nebraska's agricultural and natural resources needs in an ever-changing world.

ALEC Mission

We achieve our vision through:

  • excellence in teaching through research and best practices;
  • premier development and delivery of timely, relevant information from Nebraska's land-grant institution;
  • education and preparing leaders, teachers, and communicators for career success;
  • developing engaged and productive citizens;
  • providing innovative strategies and solutions, which support teaching, research, extension, and industry; and
  • establishing strategic partnerships within industry and communities.

ALEC Core Values

Community

We seek to build a collaborative environment within ALEC and beyond.

Authenticity

We foster a trusting, open, and inclusive environment by treating each other with respect and dignity.

Excellence

We are committed to continuous improvement to enhance the quality of what we do.

Culture of Service

We meet the needs and exceed the expectations of our students, stakeholders, and each other.

Global Mindedness

We seek to understand and address how our actions affect the global environment, and how global issues affect us.