Shuresh will share his experiences working with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation through the Federally Recognized Tribal Extension Program. He’ll discuss how trust and collaboration have grown through hands-on learning, cultural engagement, and building genuine partnerships between UConn personnel and the MPTN. Drawing from his own background in Nepal, Shuresh will reflect on the cross-cultural connections that have shaped his approach and highlight the importance of cultural sensitivity in agricultural education.