Tri-County Electric Cooperative
Three students from Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) have stepped forward as Tri-County Electric Cooperative Collegiate Delegates, each bringing unique perspectives and ambitions to their roles.
Freshman Jacob Burchard hails from Guymon, Okla., and is pursuing a pre-pharmacy major. Jacob’s motivation for becoming a Collegiate Delegate stems from a recognition of the vital, yet often overlooked, role of energy in rural communities. He values leadership and is eager to learn what effective leadership looks like in essential rural services. After graduating from OPSU, Jacob plans to attend Texas Tech’s School of Pharmacy in Amarillo, aiming for a career in hospital pharmacy and, eventually, public health. During his term, Jacob is most excited to learn how TCEC makes decisions based on the seven cooperative principles.
Sophomore Erez Cohen comes from Yavne, Israel, and is majoring in business administration. Erez’s passion for community service and helping others inspired him to apply for the Collegiate Delegate program. He admires TCEC’s commitment to supporting those in need and involving the community. Erez’s post-graduation plans include launching his own marketing business. As a delegate, Erez looks forward to understanding the inner workings of TCEC, learning about the challenges large organizations face, and being as involved as possible throughout the year.
Senior Kadence Kunselman, from Walsh, Colo., is double majoring in history and biology. Kadence’s deep love for community and her transformative experience in the Panhandle led her to the TCEC Collegiate Delegate Program. She sees the program as a way to give back to a region that has profoundly impacted her life. After graduation, Kadence hopes to work at a museum in a small community, combining her interests in history and biology while fostering education beyond the classroom. She is most looking forward to applying her college experiences, making connections, and being a genuine help to TCEC during her term.
These three delegates exemplify the spirit of leadership, service, and ambition that the TCEC Collegiate Delegate Program seeks to nurture.
Their diverse backgrounds and aspirations promise to enrich both TCEC and the communities they serve. Congratulations and welcome to these new delegates.
