# Dr. Thomas Kingery, WKU Agriculture Education

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Podcast: [Growing Kentucky's Leaders: A Podcast by the Kentucky FFA Foundation](https://stenobird.com/podcast/growing-kentucky-s-leaders-a-podcast-by-the-kentucky-ffa-foundation-6742686)
Published: 2026-05-11T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this episode of Growing Kentucky’s Leaders, Sheldon, Ruth Ann and Cassidy sit down with Dr. Thomas Kingery to discuss the world of agriculture education. The Kentucky Association of Agriculture Educators (KAAE) recently named Western Kentucky University (WKU) the Outstanding Post-Secondary Agriculture Education Program in the state. Dr. Kingery, who has led the program for 16 years, shares his journey from a first-generation college student to a veteran educator with over 30 years of experience. Links: Kentucky Association of Agricultural Educators WKU Ag Ed

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