Thomas W. Broyles

Thomas W. Broyles serves as an Extension Associate Professor and State Program Leader for 4-H / Youth Development within the Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at Tennessee State University's College of Agriculture. He has been a faculty member since 2013 and is based in the Farrell-Westbrook Complex (Office 214-A), with contact telephone 615-963-7885 and fax 615-963-1840.

His educational background includes:

• BS in Animal Science from Virginia Tech (1994)
• MS in Vocational Education from Virginia Tech (2000)
• PhD in Career and Technical Education from Virginia Tech (2004)

Dr. Broyles' research centers on Problem Solving and Decision Making and Teaching and Learning, with direct application to agricultural education methodologies and youth development frameworks. His work emphasizes experiential learning models within extension programs to enhance critical thinking and educational outcomes for participants.

As State Program Leader for 4-H / Youth Development, he directs Tennessee's statewide 4-H initiatives, overseeing curriculum development, agent training, and community partnerships focused on science, agriculture, and leadership development for young people. His role integrates academic research with practical program implementation across diverse youth demographics.

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