Junior Leadership Florence County Has First Session

Jr. Leadership Florence County Class of 2023-2024 kicked off their program year, with the first session, Education Day, on Wednesday, September 13th.

Students were given a true Patriot Experience as they visited Francis Marion University’s Freshwater Ecology Center and Main Campus. Students started the day with Ms. Meranda Vinson, Assistant Director of Admissions. She presented on “Planning for College Success”. They were led on a tour of the FMU Freshwater Ecology Center by Dr. Jeff Steinmetz, Professor of Biology and Director of the Freshwater Ecology Center. Later, they were led on a tour of FMU Main Campus by Mr. Tristan Shird, Administrative Assistant and 4-H Volunteer. They had the opportunity to stop in the School of Health Sciences simulation lab and speak to current nursing students.

Their day ended at The Farm at Florence 1. Mr. Jeff Murrie gave students a glimpse of Agriculture Education that is right here in Florence County. He shared, “The Farm at Florence 1 will work diligently to be the epicenter of Education for Sustainability in our region and across the Palmetto State.” This is an excellent way for our program participants to come and volunteer at The Farm.

The JLFC program is made possible through the partnership of Clemson Extension 4-H, Francis Marion University, and the Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce, as well as the involvement of the Florence County community.

To view photos from the day, click here.