40 Under 40 Honorees | Hanna Young Feature | Give That Dawg a Bone |
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Five CAES Alumni Named to UGA’s 40 Under 40 |
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Congratulations to our 2025 University of Georgia 40 Under 40 honorees! The University of Georgia's 40 Under 40 celebrates young alumni leading the pack in their industries and communities. This year, we've got five outstanding #AgDawgs to celebrate!
Meet CAES' 40 Under 40 Class of 2025:
Caroline Lewallen (BSA '11) - Agricultural Education Charles Orgbon III (BSES '18) - Environmental Economics and Management
Colby Ruiz (BSA '15) - Biological Science Caroline Stelling (BSES '11) - Environmental Economics and Management
Tyson Strickland (BSA '11, DVM '16) - Animal Science |
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Alumni Spotlight: Hanna Young |
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What began as a minor in Horticulture blossomed into a full-fledged career for UGA alumna Hanna Young. In this inspiring feature, discover how Hanna turned a lifelong love of plants into a profession that’s transforming public gardens and sparking curiosity in young minds. Her journey from student to Garden Manager at Smith-Gilbert Gardens is a testament to the power of passion, mentorship, and hands-on learning. |
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| 🎓 Give That Dawg a Bone—Be a Part of a Bulldog's Journey! 🐾
The University of Georgia is calling on passionate alumni to extend a warm welcome to the next generation of Bulldogs through the beloved Give That Dawg a Bone postcard project!
Each year, thousands of newly admitted students open their mailboxes to find words of encouragement from alumni like you—personal, heartfelt notes that inspire, excite, and connect students to our powerful Bulldog network. It’s a small act with a mighty impact! |
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📬 Sign up by October 1 to help us ensure every admitted student receives a card. No writing talent required—just a love for UGA and a desire to make someone’s day. |
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Volunteer for CAES Student Welcome Events |
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🐾 Volunteer with Ag Dawgs this August! Join fellow CAES alumni in giving new and returning students a warm welcome at one of our kickoff events: 📍 Athens – Ag Dawg Kickoff on Wednesday, August 20 📍 Tifton – Ag Dawg Welcome Back on Wednesday, August 27 Help with setup, greet students, hand out swag, or share your CAES story—your time and energy make all the difference! |
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Get your travel gear Bulldog-ready! With a gift of $5 or more, you’ll receive a limited-edition UGA bag tag. Support the CAES Dean’s Promise Fund and get yours today!
The CAES Deans' Promise Fund supports experiential learning at UGA’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Through generous donors, students receive the chance to apply classroom knowledge
in real-world settings. From internships and research to global study programs, these hands-on opportunities build practical skills and prepare students to lead in agriculture, sustainability, and environmental science.
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AGL Field & Forest Clay Classic Forsyth, GA August 14, 2025 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| The UGA Advancing Georgia's Leaders in Agriculture and Forestry program is excited to host its inaugural Field & Forest Clay Classic benefiting the sustainability and longevity of the AGL program! Team/individual registration open through TODAY, August 8! |
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Ag Dawg Kickoff Athens, GA August 20, 2025
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
| This event will take place at the UGA Livestock Instructional Arena in Athens, GA and is for CAES students, but we welcome CAES alumni to volunteer. |
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Powers Student Activity Center Party Athens, GA August 22, 2025 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
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The Department of Food Science and Technology would like to invite all alumni, faculty, staff and students to a drop-in event to show off the newest updates to the Powers Student Activity Center. |
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Ag Dawg Welcome Back Tifton, GA August 27, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| This event will take place at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center in Tifton, GA and is for CAES students, but we welcome CAES alumni to volunteer. |
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CAES Intros & Appetizers Athens, GA
September 30, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
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Intros and Appetizers is a low pressure, high energy student and alumni/industry professional networking event. This is a great opportunity for students to seek advice and mentorship from alumni and friends of CAES. Space is limited to 50 students and 25 alumni and friends of CAES. Refreshments will be provided. Dress is business casual. |
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Poultry Science Homecoming Event Athens, GA
October 3, 2025 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
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The UGA CAES Poultry Science Department invites department alumni, industry partners and friends to gather together for a family-friendly event full of fellowship and food to celebrate homecoming for Bird Dawgs past and present! |
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Entomology 75th Anniversary Celebration Athens, GA November 1, 2025 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
| Save-the-date for Entomology's 75th Anniversary Celebration. More details to come. |
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The University of Georgia Foundation is registered to solicit in every state and provides state specific registration information. |
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