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Connect

On Cultivating Curiosity, CAES gets down and dirty with the experts on how science and agriculture touch our lives, from what we eat to how we live. Listen in for episodes about a hot new coastal commodity, a day in the life of a pollinator, how to live more sustainably through urban farming and more.

Listen to the Cultivating Curiosity Podcast.

“I knew that I wanted an education and a different way of life … I didn’t know what that would be, I just knew I wanted my name to be associated with excellence.”

Michelle Samuel-Foo (MS ’03; PhD ’08) 

Read Michelle's story in Cultivate.

Engage

40 Under 40 celebrates young alumni leading the pack in their industries and communities. How many Ag Dawgs do you know who have made an impact in their profession, community or philanthropic endeavors? Nominations for 40 Under 40 close March 15.

Ag Dawgs After Hours is back and headed to Athens on March 23. Dean Nick T. Place will be in attendance.

Athens Registration Link

Celebrate

Upcoming Events

Farm Stress Summit

Monday, March 20

9:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

From healthcare providers and nonprofits to county officials and faith leaders, the 2023 Farm Stress Summit welcomes all who want to further their efforts in combatting farm stress within our communities. The goal is to learn from each other, connect communities with existing resources and establish partnerships across organizations.

Dawg Day of Giving

Thursday, March 30

Raise your voice on March 30 alongside thousands more answering the call. On Dawg Day of Giving, we need you to make a gift to a CAES fund as we strive to make CAES the number one college of agriculture in the nation. A special swAG item will be sent to all donors who make a gift March 30 to any CAES fund.

Ag Dawgs After Hours: Athens

Thursday, March 23

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Do you live or work in the Athens area? We hope to see you at Ag Dawgs After Hours in March. Dean Nick Place will be in attendance to network with alumni and friends.

TEDxUGA

Friday, March 31

7:00 p.m.

TEDxUGA will be featuring an Ag Dawg - Jake Goodman (BSA ’15). He has more than 2 million followers and serves as a mental health activist and social media content creator. 

Planning is underway for future events. Looking forward to connecting, engaging and celebrating with you! Check back here for updates.

*In person events will take place only if it is deemed safe to do so at that time by the CDC and state health officials.

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