Former 4-H'er Amanda Burdick recognized by Missouri House

February 2008

Can you imagine the surprise when former 4-H member Amanda Burdick of Willard received a large envelope from the Missouri House of Representatives?

Even more unexpected was what was inside the envelope -- a resolution sponsored by Reps. Sara Lampe (D-138) and Mike McGhee (R-122). The resolution recognized Burdick's achievements in University of Missouri Extenion's 4-H program, including the Orscheln 4-H Scholarship from the Missouri 4-H Foundation.

Orscheln Farm and Home Supply of Moberly provides fifteen $1,000 college scholarships to study agriculture-related fields. Burdickis a sophomore studying animal science at Missouri State University.

As an 11-year 4-H member, Burdick was active in many activities, especially horsemanship projects. As a member of the Stars ‘N’ Steeds Club, known for its horse drill team performances, she marched in the 2004 presidential inauguration parade in Washington, D.C.

Missouri 4-H Foundation support and enhance the activities of 4-H by developing an managing financial resources to advance. This involves active development and management of financial resources to advance the interests of MU Extension's youth development program.

Scholarship applications for current and former 4-H members are being solicited through April 1.