Frequently asked questions
When are the classes?
Classes will be held every Wednesday evening from November 4- December 16th (skipping Thanksgiving week). Time will be 5-7:30pm Pacific Time or 6-8:30pm Mountain Time. Classes will include around 90 minutes of lectures, 45 minutes of discussion/Q & A, and a 10 minute break between speakers.
What happens if I miss a class or can't make that time?
All our speakers are beaming in via the Zoom webinar platform and all of it will be recorded. Participants will receive a private YouTube recording of the weekly session within 24 hours of the class. So you may miss out on participating in the Q & A portion of the class, you will still get all the recorded content, handouts, etc.
Where are the classes?
We have 13 in-person locations in 5 Western states, or you can take the course online. We are not adding any new locations for this year. If any site gets cancelled due to COVID restrictions, those students can take online version. Social distancing, face coverings, hand sanitizer, & other precautions will be used at each site.
What is the cost?
$120 per person or $160 for couples/business partners.
What is included in the cost?
A copy of the textbook "The New Livestock Farmer", access to all presentations, handouts, a private group listserv, and optional add-on modules.
Are there scholarships?
Yes. The states of Oregon, Montana, and Colorado have raised extra funds to offer 50% off scholarships for select applicants in those states. There is also a pool of scholarships for the rest of the country. Scholarships are being prioritized for low-income people and persons of color. Apply in the registration form under Enroll or submit a request directly to the course director- thistler@oregonstate.edu