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What is CREAM?
- CREAM stands for Cooperative for Real
Education in Agricultrual Management.
- CREAM is a program in the College of
Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at the University of Vermont.
- CREAM places emphasis on experiential
learning to develop interpersonal, teamwork, and practical problem-solving
skills.
- 15 Students run a herd of 30 Registered
Holstein cattle for one school year.
What does CREAM entail?
- 1 year of commitment and responsibility
- 3 chores per week. Chores are at 5:00
am, 1 pm and 4pm.
- 3 class meetings per week: Monday, Wednesday,
and Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm.
- Special Projects
- A wonderful experiential learning experience.
What you will gain with your CREAM experience:
- Hands-on experience with large animals
and dairy herd management.
- Life-long friendships and bonding experience
- Leadership qualities & effective
communication methods
- Decision-making proficiencies
- Group & business management skills
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