*      Graduated in 2009 from Laconia High School
*      High School Activities: Fond du Lac County Jr. & Sr. Holstein, 4-H, Brandon Community Food Pantry, FFA, Marching/Pep/Concert/Symphonic Bands
*      Attending UW Madison
*      Major: Dairy Science w/Business Emphasis

Ryan grew up on the family farm and has worked on it since he was 7.  In addition to now maintaining the farm, Ryan has been involved in many activities and organizations.  The one he is most proud of is being co-founder of the Brandon Community Food Pantry and actively serving as treasurer.  He is currently pursuing a degree in Dairy Science with a business emphasis at UW Madison.  He hopes to eventually manage a large dairy farm.

*      Graduated in 2009 from Brillion High School
*      High School Activities: National Honor Society, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Volleyball, FFA
*      Attending UW Madison
*      Major: Dairy Science

Stephanie grew up on the family dairy farm and worked on it with great enthusiasim and passion.  She has been very active in many FFA activities and competitions.  She has held the office of FFA president in addition to varsity basketball and varsity volleyball captains.  She is currently pursuing a degree in Dairy Science at UW Madison.

*      Graduated in 2009 from Oconto Falls High School
*      High School Activities: FFA, National Honor Society, FBLA, Cross Country, Track & Field, 4-H, Student Council, Band, Forensics
*      Attending UW Green Bay
*      Major: Biology/Animal Science

Bradley established his own dairy farm during his sophomore year in high school.  In addition to the enormous undertaking of maintaining the farm, he has been involved in many organizations and activities as well as being elected to twelve officer positions.  He takes great pride in his accomplishments while maintaining a 4.0 GPA.  He is currently pursuing a degree in Biology/Animal Science at UW Green Bay while maintaining his farm.

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Nick grew up in a non-city environment with access to woodland settings, wetland areas, creeks & fields which continually increased his interest in science. He was active in soccer and basketball and was involved with the Brown County 4-H for many years. He also had many awards and achievements during his high school career. He is currently pursuing a degree in Life Sciences/Media at UW Madison and working during his free time.

Jessica grew up with an extensive hearing deficit and over the years has
learned to overcome her challenges.  She grew up on a goat farm milking
about 200 goats with over 400 goats altogether.  She has been in FFA and
served as President, Vice President, and Reporter.  She has also been
involved in 4-H.  She worked and showed her goats at the Wisconsin State
Fair.  She was also active in high school sports.  She is currently
pursuing an Marketing Communications with an Agricultural Emphasis and an
Art minor degree at UW River Falls and is involved with Sigma Alpha where
she serves as the 2nd Vice President and the Dairy Club serving as the
Alumini Relations.