- September 2020
EFNEP Nutrition Educator
MSU Extension
Office of Nutrition Education/Newton County
Years in position: 13
Years at MSU: 13
Joey Ford has been working for the Expanded Food and Nutrition Educator Program at MSU as a nutrition educator for 13 years. She provides food instruction to children and adults that gives them knowledge about being healthier and physically active.
“My favorite aspect of my job is getting to know the people in the schools and community,” Joey said. “I truly enjoy this career of service and education.”
Joey advises students interested in this career to practice kindness and respect to everyone, and says it is a profession of great opportunities.
In her spare time, Joey enjoys reading, working outside and spending time with her family.