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Ann Ward in front of Morgan Hall
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Walking the Same Halls

Ann Ward followed in the footsteps of her father, Homer Ward, to the University of Tennessee . . . and around the world.
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Dr. Molly Brinkmann
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Meet Molly Brinkmann

After a few videos went viral, Brinkmann found herself in the unexpected position of being an influencer.
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Thomas helps aspiring veterinarians pursue their dreams through the Ralph W. Thomas Jr. and Family Veterinary Medicine Endowed Scholarship program.
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Thomas Supports UTCVM Students

Thomas helps aspiring veterinarians pursue their dreams through the Ralph W. Thomas Jr. and Family Veterinary Medicine Endowed Scholarship program.
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Ariana Bradley
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Scholarships Make Real-Life Solutions

Scholarships make a difference for Animal Science student Ariana Bradely.
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Keith Carver
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Leadership Transition Announced for UTIA

Keith Carver will serve as the new leader of the UT Institute of Agriculture (UTIA).
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CVM scholarship recipient
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Scholarships Help the Next Generation of Veterinarians

Vet Med Scholarships Help the Next Generation of Veterinarians
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Walking the Same Halls

Ann Ward followed in the footsteps of her father, Homer Ward, to the University of Tennessee . . . and around the world.
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Meet Molly Brinkmann

After a few videos went viral, Brinkmann found herself in the unexpected position of being an influencer.
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An Easy Gift to Make

Annuity provides a helping hand for college-bound 4-H’ers.
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Grad’s Gift Ensures Support for Future UTIA Students

Annuity provides a helping hand for college-bound 4-H’ers.
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National Research Excellence Award to UTCVM’s Rouse

The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges has bestowed its 2022 Excellence of Research Award upon veterinarian and immunologist Barry T. Rouse with the UT College of Veterinary Medicine.
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A Seventy-Fifth Anniversary for Tennessee 4-H Congress

In 2022, Tennessee 4-H Congress celebrated its seventy-fifth anniversary.
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Meet our Alumni: Gordon Jones

Scholarships make a difference for Animal Science student Ariana Bradely.
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Tim Cross Quasi-Endowment Fund Honors 27 Years of Service

In honor of Tim Cross’ 27 years of service to the University of Tennessee, the UT Institute of Agriculture has established the Tim L. Cross Permanent Quasi-Endowment Fund.
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A Horticultural Gem

For thirty-seven years, Sue Hamilton has helped the UT Gardens grow.
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Solomon’s Garden

The 2019 UT Gardens Gala honored longtime University supporter Alan Solomon, his garden, and his expansive conifer connection.
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UTIA launches International Center

Donnie and Terry Smith have big ideas for solving world hunger – and the couple believes the solution begins at their alma mater.
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UTIA Announces New Herbert College of Agriculture

The Herbert College of Agriculture becomes the third named college in the University of Tennessee’s 224-year history and only the second land-grant agricultural college in the nation named from a philanthropic gift.
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