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Chad Black
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Great Grads: Chad Black

As an Army microbiologist, Black has worked on malaria prevention and antimicrobial drug development.
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Emilia Rico
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Great Grads: Emilia Rico

Owner and CEO of BCN Research Laboratories—one of the leading food mycology labs in the world.
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Developing Champion Youth
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Developing Champion Youth

Five animal science retirees unite in support for Extension youth livestock programs.
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Grace Tang holding her son, Victor.
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UT Gardens Endowment

Honor the legacy of Grace Tang by giving to an endowment established to support enhancements and maintenance of the UT Gardens.
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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 Headshot.
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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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Featured, News

Great Grads: Chad Black

As an Army microbiologist, Black has worked on malaria prevention and antimicrobial drug development.
Read More
Featured, News

Great Grads: Emilia Rico

Owner and CEO of BCN Research Laboratories—one of the leading food mycology labs in the world.
Read More
Featured, News

Developing Champion Youth

Five animal science retirees unite in support for Extension youth livestock programs.
Read More
Featured, News

Walking the Same Halls

Ann Ward followed in the footsteps of her father, Homer Ward, to the University of Tennessee . . . and around the world.
Read More
Featured, News

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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Donor Stories, Legacy Giving

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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Donor Stories

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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