Dr. Pamela S. Rose (Olsen) is a Professor Emeritus with Oregon State University and a Research Consultant with Washington State University. Research interests include Transformational Leadership, Empowerment, Communication, and Positive Youth Development. Dr. Rose worked 35 years with the Cooperative Extension System in both Oregon and Wisconsin, serving in county, state and national leadership roles, including Oregon State 4-H Program Leader. Dr. Rosed is Past President and member of NAE4-HYDP and has been recognized with Meritorious Leadership, Excellence in Outreach, and National Communicator Award. Dr. Rose has a Doctorate from Oregon State University in Teacher Leadership, master's degree from University of Minnesota, and 2 bachelor's degrees from North Dakota State University.