Hilbert Kahl devoted his 31-year career to agriculture and vocational education. Kahl spent several years as a teacher, livestock judging coach and administrator at Northeastern Junior College. During his tenure at NJC, he also served as chairman of the Agriculture Division and dean of Vocational Education. Kahl dedicated his entire career to agriculture at the state and national levels. Kahl's knowledge, smile and humor touched many students' lives as well as the lives of others who have become valuable leaders in Colorado agriculture.