University of Georgia - College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Alumni

Have you seen our feature on Christmas tree ?? farm co-owner and UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences alumnus, Mark Batchelor (BSA '88), on Instagram? Make you sure follow AgDawg_Alumni on Instagram so that you can catch video interviews and tours of alumni-owned businesses and get a glimpse into the work Ag Dawgs are doing all across the state and nation. Don't have an Instagram? Don't worry, we recap their story on our Ag Dawg Alumni Blog. ?? ?? Hear about how Mark's mentor (and employer) encouraged him to pursue an education at UGA and how he eventually became co-owner of Jack's Creek Farm: https://lnkd.in/eunyJC2f

Check out the feature on Chris Ayers & his creative solution to create a more sustainable future! #AgDawgs #sustainbility

Our Ag Dawgs After Hours in North Georgia was one for the memory books. Held at Cartecay Vineyards in Ellijay, GA UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences alumni and friends got to connect, share stories and toast to the newest achievements of CAES. Ag Dawg alumnus Larry Lykins, Jr. (BSA ’96, MS ’98) and owner and founder of Cartecay Vineyards gave guests a tour of the grounds and shared a behind the scenes look at what it takes to run a vineyard. The weather and the company was perfect! #AgDawgs #NeverBarkAlone #Agriculture #NorthGeorgia

We are grateful for CAES alumni like Caroline Hinton (BSA '19, BSA '19, MAEE '21) ensuring students have access to incredible opportunities and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Thank you Caroline, for giving the next generation of leaders not only amazing hands-on learning experiences, but most importantly, someone in their corner! #AgDawgs #agpolicy #studyabroad #internships #fellowships

Tuesday was one of our favorite events where UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences students, alumni, and industry partners came together for this semester’s Intros and Appetizers. The event is set up speed dating-style, where students rotate between tables where alumni and industry partners are seated and have conversations surrounding everything from how they chose their major to proudest professional achievement. We had an incredible time making meaningful connections, and we reminded students and alumni that quick chats through UGA Mentor Program are a year-round option if they are looking for a shorter commitment! You can glean a lot of wisdom and insight in a short amount of intentional time. Thank you CAES alumni & industry partners for taking the time to share with our students!

Who is ready to Beat ?? Bama ?? this week?! This year's Beat Week challenge (September 23 to September 28) we're competing against the University of Alabama to see who rallies behind their school to make the most gifts ?? in a week. By making a gift of any size to any UGA area, YOU can be the gamechanger in this clash of champions! ?? You know what feels better than beating the University of Alabama? ?? Supporting UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences students. ?? ?? Give today to the CAES Student Emergency Fund and help us win on and off the field: https://lnkd.in/eqCh_kcf

If you are a CAES alumni or industry partner who is interested in helping CAES students by sharing your professional experiences, please join us for Intros and Appetizers on Tuesday, October 1st. Intros and Appetizers is a low-pressure, high-energy small group networking opportunity. We hope to see you there! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eh_QeVDz

Join us at next month in the stunning mountains of North Georgia at Cartecay Vineyards, owned by one of our 2024 CAES Alumni Award of Excellence honorees, Larry Lykins, Jr. (BSA '96, MS '98). Thanks to the CAES Alumni Association Eterna Fund there will be a food truck providing some delicious fare, and there will be beverages for purchase from the vineyard. Always wanted a behind the scenes look at a vineyard? Catch a ride on one of the exclusive wagon tours of Cartecay Vineyards! All friends and alumni of UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences are welcome! #AgDawgs #agritourism #networking

Did you see our #SundaySpotlight on Ag Dawg Sadie (Lackey) Knight (BSA '20)? Sadie shares how she leveraged unexpected challenges, like being diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma, to expand her goals and broaden her impact. Proud to call her an #AgDawg!

On Friday, September 6th The University of Georgia celebrated their 40 Under 40 Alumni honorees with a luncheon on campus. Afterwards UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences & University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources & Odum School of Ecology co-hosted an honoree panel with Katharine Bleau (BS '13) Chris Chammoun (BSA '08) & Tiffany Woods (BSES '08, MS '11) where they shared with students their career journeys, surprises, and lessons learned. We are so proud of these alumni and so grateful they took the time to impart wisdom to the next generation of Bulldawgs. Learn more about the 40 Under 40, view the photo galleries, and more here: https://lnkd.in/eGvPBk7 #NeverBarkAlone UGA Mentor Program