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Applications Open for Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium

By Eric Buck

High school students interested in exploring careers in the beef industry are invited to apply for the 21st annual Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium, set for Nov. 21-23 on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus.

Since its start in 2004, the symposium has welcomed more than 800 participants from across the United States, including Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, Kentucky and Pennsylvania. The event introduces students to a wide range of career opportunities and current issues in the beef industry, while helping them develop leadership skills.

Source : unl.edu

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