ALT Jars of homemade jelly with labels displayed next to a North Carolina State Extension fair food judging guide.

ALT Table with multiple jars of preserved food, testing supplies, and a NC State Extension pamphlet on a white cloth surface.

ALT Smiling woman sitting behind a table filled with jars of homemade jam at an indoor market.

ALT Lauren Hoesli, AHS ambassador, stands smiling by a wooden railing with greenery and buildings behind her, wearing a yellow floral dress.

ALT Portrait of Alan Valladares, AHS ambassador, wearing a red polo shirt in a bright hallway, smiling confidently.

ALT Portrait of Chelsea Pham, AHS Ambassador, smiling outdoors in a black polo shirt with greenery in the background.

ALT Portrait of Carla Dockery, Programmatic Supervisor for the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, smiling against a black and red background.

ALT Programmatic Supervisor explains their 6-year role supporting EFNEP educators and county agents to improve nutrition education and reduce chronic disease risk.

ALT Advice for new career starters emphasizes embracing change and lifelong learning to build a dynamic, evolving career in Dietetics.

ALT Professional growth focused on leadership through LEAD Foundations and Crucial Conversations courses enhancing team management and collaboration.

ALT Nighttime view of a lively carnival with illuminated rides, food stalls, and crowds enjoying the festive atmosphere.

ALT Five volunteers stand behind a donation table filled with fresh produce inside a spacious hall.

ALT Two women preparing colorful roasted vegetables in a kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.

ALT Man in a red shirt placing a tray of cookies into a countertop oven in a kitchen while a woman in a black Grow. Cook. Eat. shirt watches.

ALT Two women preparing ingredients on a red and white checkered tablecloth in a kitchen with various cooking supplies and appliances around them.

ALT A combine harvester working in a golden field at sunset with the text 'Thank a Farmer' in the sky.

ALT Group of hikers with backpacks posing on a sunny city street corner near shops and apartments.

ALT Group of diverse young adults smiling inside a coffee shop named MARTICOFFEE, standing behind tables and chairs in a casual setting.

ALT Group of five hikers posing with large metal sculptures of medieval horse riders on a sunny hilltop with wind turbines in the background.

ALT A diverse group of young adults smiling inside a cozy clothing store with folded shirts displayed on a table.

ALT Group of young people walking through a tall cornfield on a sunny day under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

ALT Young woman standing on grass wearing a navy blue North Carolina FFA jacket with 'Northwood' on the back and a white skirt.

ALT Young woman with long dark hair wearing a red checkered blouse, smiling outdoors in soft sunlight with a blurred natural background.

ALT Group of fifteen young adults smiling and posing in a classroom with a projector screen behind them.

ALT Young woman in a red patterned shirt posing with a groomed sheep inside an indoor livestock show arena.

ALT Students walking across a green lawn in front of a large historic brick university building under a partly cloudy sky.

ALT Close-up of fresh red and yellow apples with 'Apples' text and North Carolina Harvest of the Month logo.

ALT North Carolina ranks seventh in US apple production, with most apples grown in the western region under ideal warm days and cool nights.

ALT Tips for selecting firm apples without bruises and storing them properly at room temperature or refrigerated.

ALT Close-up of a creamy tuna apple salad with celery and raisins, served on a bed of fresh salad greens.

ALT Group of people gathered around a wooden table sampling various chocolates and pastries in a cozy shop setting.

ALT Group of diverse young adults posing on a terrace with rocky mountain cliffs in the background under clear skies.

ALT Group of tourists posing in front of the ancient Parthenon temple under a clear blue sky in Athens.

ALT NC State Wellness Day event announcement with red feathers and date Tuesday, Sept. 29 on a dark red background.

ALT Katie Jo Staley stands by a waterfront at sunset, smiling and wearing a blue shirt and patterned pants, representing AHS ambassador role.

ALT McKenzie Williams, AHS ambassador, stands smiling in a red dress with American flags in the background.

ALT Portrait of Rebecca Stancil, AHS Ambassador, smiling in a pink dress outdoors with green grass background.

ALT Portrait of Brenna Kirk, Program Manager for Implementation & Outreach at Healthy ROOTS Initiative, smiling against a brick wall background.

ALT Text describing a Program Manager's 2-year role supporting Healthy ROOTS nutrition and physical activity initiatives in NC counties.

ALT Text shares motivation for a public health career inspired by addressing chronic conditions in rural Eastern North Carolina communities.