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Lordia Blay
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Issue date: April 24, 2026
ID: 39354ca6-f915-422c-94a1-f067c5f0fbfc
Issued by
UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education
Type
Program
Level
Professional
Format
Hybrid
Duration
8 months
Price
Free
Description
This certificate recognizes the successful completion of the PIE Fellows Program, facilitated by the UF/IFAS Center for Public Issues Education in Agriculture and Natural Resources (PIE Center). Fellows participated in an intensive eight‑month hybrid professional development program focused on strengthening science communication and public engagement skills. The program included structured e‑learning modules on problem identification, intervention strategy development, social science research, science communication and outreach, and program evaluation. Each module incorporated applied assignments that culminated in the creation of a communication or educational product informed by public perception survey data. Throughout the program, Fellows collaborated closely with PIE Center faculty to analyze data and refine strategic and creative approaches. The program concluded with a formal presentation in which each Fellow shared their project outcomes and professional growth experience with the PIE Center.
Skills
Problem Identification
Intervention Strategy
Data Analysis
Research
Science Communication
Outreach
Evaluation Strategy
Social Sciences
Earning Criteria
Participation
Completed 7 e-learning modules which included required reading and recorded lectures.
Assignment
Submitted 5 "PIE Tasks" corresponding with e-learning topics.
Test
Developed a final project that was either a communication- or education-based deliverable, such as an illustrative issue guide, an Extension fact sheet, lesson plans, workshop plans, etc. Each project utilized findings from public perception studies.
Participation
Participated in final project presentations, showcasing public speaking and science communication skills.