Larry E. Sitzman Youth in Nebraska Agriculture Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by Nebraska Pork Producers Association

Overview

Larry E. Sitzman is a lifelong advocate for agriculture, public service, and leadership. Inspired by John F. Kennedy’s call to civic duty, he pursued roles that combined agricultural expertise with service to his community and country. His career included leadership on state and national agricultural boards, appointment as Nebraska’s Director of Agriculture in 1991, and service as Executive Director of the Nebraska Pork Producers Association until 2016. He continues to serve as an active volunteer leader at the Veterans Administration in Lincoln.

Description: A scholarship established to honor Larry E. Sitzman’s leadership, service, and advocacy for agriculture and public service.

• Larry Sitzman: agricultural leader and public servant.
• Inspired by civic duty and decades of sector leadership.
• Scholarship honors his contributions to Nebraska agriculture.

History of the Award

The Nebraska Pork Producers Association established the Larry E. Sitzman Youth in Nebraska Agriculture Scholarship upon his retirement. The award recognizes Sitzman’s sustained contributions to agriculture, military service, and civic leadership in Nebraska. It is intended to support the next generation of agricultural professionals who demonstrate similar dedication to the industry and public service.

History of the Award: Created by the Nebraska Pork Producers Association to commemorate Sitzman’s leadership and service.

• Established at Sitzman’s retirement to honor his legacy.
• Created by the Nebraska Pork Producers Association.
• Focuses on leadership and service within Nebraska agriculture.

Eligibility

Applicants must be enrolled full time in an accredited Nebraska college, university, or technical college and pursuing an agriculture-related degree. Candidates must have at least one full academic year remaining before degree completion. Applicants must plan to work in the agriculture industry after graduation to be eligible for the award.

Eligibility:

• Currently enrolled full-time in an agriculture-related degree program at an accredited institution in Nebraska.
• At least one full year of study remaining toward the degree.
• Plans to work in the agriculture industry upon graduation.

• Eligibility limited to students studying agriculture in Nebraska.
• Requires intent to pursue an agriculture career after graduation.
• Applies to both undergraduate and graduate students.

Selection Criteria

Selection emphasizes demonstrated leadership and active participation in collegiate or extracurricular activities related to the agriculture industry. Evaluators will consider the quality and impact of an applicant’s leadership roles and engagement within agricultural organizations. Applicants should highlight relevant experiences that show commitment to the industry and potential for future contribution.

Selection Criteria: Focused on leadership qualities and participation in agriculture-related activities.

• Primary consideration: leadership and engagement in agriculture.
• Evidence of meaningful participation in campus or community activities.
• Assessment based on potential for continued contribution to the agriculture sector.

Award Details

The Larry E. Sitzman Youth in Nebraska Agriculture Scholarship awards $1,000 to one deserving applicant each year. The scholarship is intended to support educational expenses for students pursuing agriculture-related degrees in Nebraska. Specific disbursement procedures are managed by the awarding organization.

Award Value: $1,000 awarded annually to a single recipient.

• $1,000 award amount.
• One recipient selected each year.
• Designed to support students pursuing agriculture careers in Nebraska.

Contact

Questions about the scholarship or the application process should be directed to the Nebraska Pork Producers Association. The association can provide application details, deadlines, and any additional requirements. Contact them for clarification or assistance with submissions.

Contact: jose@nepork.org

• Primary contact: Nebraska Pork Producers Association.
• Email: jose@nepork.org for inquiries.
• Contact for application instructions and eligibility verification.