To ensure a high-quality and collaborative experience, students selected for the conference should meet the following criteria:

• Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of the conference
• Enrollment Status: Currently enrolled in a community college or undergraduate program
• Interest Alignment: Demonstrated interest in one or more of the following areas:
  • agriculture, on-farm biosecurity, animal health, veterinary medicine, epidemiology, disease management, public health, One Health, food safety, or farm management
• Pre-Conference Preparation: Willingness to complete a set of online biosecurity training modules prior to attending the conference
• Engagement Commitment: Willingness to actively participate in all conference activities, including lectures, discussions, and field experiences
• Collaborative Work: Ability and willingness to work in small groups to develop a practical on-farm biosecurity plan
• Presentation Participation: Willingness to contribute to a short group presentation at the conclusion of the conference
• Professional Conduct: Commitment to respectful, professional behavior in a team-based learning environment
• Full Attendance: Availability to attend the full conference program June 1 – 3 (required for stipend eligibility)