Taylor Sondgeroth - profile information
More information about Taylor Sondgeroth
- Administrator III, Outreach Programs - Youth Livestock Education
- Department of Animal Sciences
Short Bio
Taylor Sondgeroth is an outreach and youth education professional with expertise in animal science, agricultural communications, and digital media. Currently working with the Auburn University Department of Animal Sciences in Youth Livestock Education, Taylor focuses on developing engaging, accessible educational resources that connect youth and families with livestock production, science, and agriculture across Alabama. With a strong background in science communication, instructional design, and creative content development, Taylor supports Extension and 4‑H programming through innovative outreach and educational initiatives.
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Education
Bachelor of Science in Equine ScienceAuburn University2024
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural CommunicationsAuburn University2024
Master of AgricultureAuburn University2026
Extension Educator CertificateAuburn University2026
Professional Experience
Taylor Sondgeroth has worked across several units at Auburn University in roles that blend communications, design, and outreach. Taylor began working with the College of Agriculture as a Student Intern, supporting outreach initiatives and college marketing. As a Student Photographer for Auburn Athletics, Taylor developed skills in visual storytelling, photography, and capturing our Auburn Tigers at live sporting events. Taylor joined Auburn Online as an undergraduate student on the Creative Team and later as a Graduate Assistant on the Instructional Design Team, contributing to online course development through graphic and instructional design, accessibility compliance, and digital content production. Currently, Taylor works with the Auburn University Department of Animal Sciences in Youth Livestock Education, where responsibilities include developing educational materials, coordinating youth programs, managing outreach initiatives, and supporting livestock education across the state through partnership with key stakeholders.
Research
Taylor's graduate research focused on information and resource preferences within the equine industry, with particular emphasis on how industry members seek, interact with, and prefer to access information. The project examined patterns in information-seeking behavior, including preferred communication channels, trusted sources, and the role of digital versus traditional media in equine education and decision-making.
This research aimed to better understand how equine professionals, owners, and participants engage with educational content, Extension resources, and industry communications. Findings support the development of more effective, audience-centered outreach strategies and informed recommendations for designing accessible, relevant educational materials tailored to the needs of the equine industry.
Extension Experience
Taylor's outreach experience involves work in youth livestock education, academic program support, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This work includes planning and executing youth livestock clinics and contests, developing educational resources for graduate and undergraduate programs across multiple colleges within the university, and collaborating with university and department stakeholders in resource development.
