Abigaile Wolfe
At Indiana Agriculture & Technology School (IATS), students are encouraged to explore their passions, discover new opportunities, and build the skills they need to succeed in whatever path they choose. For IATS alumni Abigaile Wolfe, that experience became the foundation for a growing academic and professional career in agriculture, communications, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
Today, Abigaile is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Communications with a minor in Horticulture at the University of Wyoming, where she began her studies in August 2025 and is expected to graduate in May 2027. Before transferring to the University of Wyoming, she attended Eastern Wyoming College, earning an Associate’s Degree in Agribusiness in May 2025.
Finding the Perfect Fit in Agricultural Communications
A lifelong passion for agriculture, rural communities, advocacy, marketing, and design led Abigaile to Agricultural Communications.
“Agricultural Communications allows me to understand how to implement my passions in a professional setting,” she shared.
Her studies have allowed her to strengthen skills in political communications, social media, web design, advocacy, business development, and professional communication. Abigaile has also continued pursuing her passion for creative design and marketing in an increasingly digital world.
For Abigaile, her desire to help others began at a young age. At just 12 years old, she launched her own business serving livestock and large-animal owners in a previously unexplored but necessary market.
Abigaile credits her experiences at IATS as an important part of making that accomplishment possible.
How IATS Prepared Abigaile for College and Career
The flexibility, freedom, and support provided at IATS gave Abigaile the opportunity to thrive while exploring her interests.
“IATS taught me how to adapt to different learning models, communication methods, and expectations, which has helped me adjust quickly and confidently in new academic and professional settings,” she explained.
One of the most valuable opportunities was participating in dual-credit enrollment through Ivy Tech. Through those courses, she earned transferable college credits while exploring a wide range of subjects, including welding, small engines, animal science, and equine reproduction.
The variety of classes helped her discover new interests and explore the many career opportunities available within agriculture. Abigaile’s dual-credit coursework even allowed her to complete a horticulture certificate through Ivy Tech.
Those experiences provided more than college credits—they provided confidence.
“The dual-credit courses truly prepared me for my college and university experiences,” she shared. “I entered college already familiar with what would be expected of me, both academically and professionally, which made the transition much easier.”
Turning Classroom Experiences Into Career Opportunities
Since graduating from IATS, Abigaile has continued building an impressive résumé through internships, employment, and hands-on experiences.
Abigaile completed an internship with the University of Wyoming Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension Center (SAREC) as a communications intern. Her responsibilities included managing social media content and designs, providing event and livestock photography, assisting with livestock and crop operations, handling phone communications, and helping with event planning and advertising.
The experience allowed her to combine her communication and design skills with hands-on agricultural work—something she says demonstrates the value of the diverse education she received at IATS.
She also served as an event management intern for the Wyoming Association of Conservation Districts Annual Conference, gaining experience in a fast-paced and demanding professional environment.
Today, Abigaile works for WyoMicro, a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Wyoming entrepreneurs through coaching, community, and lending opportunities. As the Office & Administrative Coordinator, she helps manage daily communications, answer questions from clients and partners, organize records, support outreach projects, and coordinate tasks across multiple programs.
One of the most rewarding aspects of the position is supporting entrepreneurs throughout Wyoming, particularly those in rural communities.
For Abigaile, it feels like a full-circle moment—combining her passion for helping others with her commitment to rural communities and agriculture.
Continuing to Lead and Give Back
Outside of work and school, she continues to pursue many of the interests she enjoyed while attending IATS. She enjoys attending concerts, spending time with her animals, participating in clubs and organizations, and doing freelance photography within her community.
Her leadership journey has continued at the University of Wyoming, where she serves as the Social Media and Marketing Chair for the Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT) chapter.
The leadership and independence she developed at IATS continues to influence the way she approaches new opportunities.
“IATS taught me how to lead, and I carry that with me,” she shared.
A Message to Current IATS Students
Looking back on Abigaile’s journey, she encourages current students to take advantage of every opportunity available to them.
“I encourage all IATS students, whether they’re online, hybrid or in-person, to give their full effort to their classes and the extracurriculars that excite them,” they said. “That commitment will pay off in the future, whether they choose college, the trades, entrepreneurship, or any path their passions lead them toward.”
Her journey is a powerful example of how exploring interests, taking advantage of opportunities, and believing in your own abilities can open doors to an exciting future.
From launching a business at age 12 to pursuing a degree in Agricultural Communications, gaining valuable professional experience, supporting rural entrepreneurs, and continuing to lead at the University of Wyoming, Abigaile is showing just how far a strong foundation can take you.
IATS truly has something for everyone—and her story is a wonderful example of what can happen when you take advantage of it.
