The awards continue a tradition of success for Davis College, whose communications, recruitment and alumni relations initiatives have regularly garnered national attention.
'Davis College has always put our students first, and our rising rankings show that outstanding students, programs, and faculty and staff can achieve prime status.'
Established in 1969, the Gerald W. Thomas Outstanding Agriculturalist Award recognizes individuals who have made a lasting impact on the agricultural industry.
In a world where a single disease or policy change can ripple through livestock prices across continents, anticipating change has become increasingly crucial.
'Davis College faculty’s interdisciplinary partnerships and commitment to practical solutions have increased the university's patent output and real-world impact.'
Her strengths were developed through her academic and hands-on experiences that they not only prepared her for her career, but helped her discover her purpose.
She will serve as a central point of contact for students, faculty and visitors while helping coordinate a wide range of administrative and student-focused initiatives.
Election is a challenge and an obligation to contribute to the understanding and furthering of agriculture and related sciences, as well as recognizing achievements of individuals who excel.
The honor is reserved for a limited share of the university’s faculty and one that underscores sustained contributions to teaching excellence and the scholarship of learning.
Faculty Honors Convocation provides an opportunity to recognize and congratulate Davis College faculty members and departments who are true leaders on campus.
Among those honored were Ambika Sridhara with Animal & Food Sciences, who was celebrating 40 years, and Agricultural & Applied Economics’ Phil Johnson with 35 years.