Antoine J. Alston is associate dean for academic studies in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at N.C. A&T and professor of agricultural education. His research interests include instructional technology/distance learning within agricultural settings, employability skills, the development of all-inclusive/diverse learning environments within agricultural settings, and African American agricultural history. He serves on the NC FFA Board of Directors, the National MANRRS Advisory Board and the Urban Agricultural Academy Advisory Board.  He received his baccalaureate and master’s degrees in agricultural education from N.C. A&T and his doctorate in agricultural education from Iowa State University. He is a host co-PI for the center.