"CICA is strictly a grassroots driven group,
as we represent private enterprise and the true
cattle
growers of Colorado."
2011 Internship Winner!
The Colorado Independent CattleGrowers Association (CICA) awarded the 2011 Joel Franz Memorial Internship to Catharine Koroulis from Steamboat Springs, CO. Catharine recently finished her freshman year at Casper College in Casper, WY. She is currently majoring in Ag Business and Marketing. Koroulis is a member of the Casper College Livestock Judging Team and has been inducted into the Casper College Student Senate, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and President's Honor Roll. Catharine plans to attend law school and receive a Juris Doctorate degree. She stated that, "Thereafter, I want to focus on promoting the livestock industry and protecting small producers in the court of law." Catharine is the daughter of Kevin and Leellen Koroulis.
CICA established the internship program in 2008 in memory of Joel Franz to honor him for his dedication to CICA, R-CALF USA and Kansas Cattlemen's Association. Mr. Franz was a strong advocate for youth participation in agriculture. The internship is an eight week, work from home program that takes place throughout June and July. Catharine will aid the CICA Convention Committee with organizing and planning the annual convention which will be held July 15-17, 2011 in Hugo, Colorado.
CICA President, Kimmi Lewis stated that, “Each year we find exceptional young people to be our intern, such as Catharine Koroulis. She joins an elite group of young ladies that have fulfilled the internship position in the past. We are very excited to have Catharine join our team and help us with our convention. She is quite the young lady and livestock judge. This year Vice President Gerald Schreiber, Board Member Tom Hendrix and I chose the intern. It is always an inspiring job, as these young people are the future of agriculture.”
CICA was started in June, 2005 to actively promote policy that will beneficially affect the live cattle industry at the local, state and national level, securing and preserving a viable livelihood for present and future generations.
About the Joel Franz Memorial Internship
The Colorado Independent CattleGrowers Association (CICA) established an internship program in 2008 in memory of Joel Franz to honor him for his dedication to CICA, R-CALF USA and Kansas Cattlemen’s Association. Mr. Franz was a strong believer in private property rights and a strong advocate of youth participation in agriculture. The Colorado Independent CattleGrowers Association was started in June, 2005 to actively promote policy that will beneficially affect the live cattle industry at the local, state and national level, securing and preserving a viable livelihood for present and future generations. The Association shall serve to support the financial, environmental, cultural and historical interests of independent cattle producers throughout Colorado and across America.
The internship provides $1000.00 to one applicant that meets the criteria and shows enthusiasm towards the success of the cattle industry. The internship is an eight-week, work from home program that will take place throughout June and July. The intern will be expected to assist the convention committee in organizing and planning the annual convention; prepare and send news releases to media; assist the secretary with duties; market and promote membership; and attend meetings. A bonus can be offered upon successful completion of the program for intern’s work ethic and enthusiasm towards CICA.
Guidelines for Application
Eligibility:
- Open to anyone 18 years or older, as of June 1.
- Graduating high school senior or current college student eligible.
- Be a citizen or legal resident of the United States.
Application Materials Required:
- Application form with dates and signatures and one wallet sized photo.
- Official copy of the most recent high school or college transcript signed by school officials.
- A maximum of two letters of recommendation:
- Academic advisor, school official or teacher
- Employer, 4-H leader, FFA advisor, or community member.
Administration and Selection:
Applications will be reviewed by the CICA Internship Committee and the Franz family. Application materials must be postmarked or delivered by May 15 to: Colorado Independent CattleGrowers Association
51950 C.R. JJ
Wray, CO 80758
Phone: (970) 332-4364