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white woman in a black ball cap stands in front of a combine in a bean field, while two men behind her look at the header

April 21, 2022

Q&A with Denice Ferguson

Agricultural business field specialist Denice Ferguson supports programming across four counties.
The Italy study abroad program gives students an opportunity to identify key principles of sustainable food systems and potential paths to enhancing food security at multiple scales. Ellen Phillips, a senior majoring in agriculture, participated in the Italy program. Photo courtesy of Ellen Phillips.

April 20, 2022

Educational opportunities on a global stage

CAFNR students spent spring break in Italy and Holland for study abroad opportunities.
Kerry Clark smiling.

April 20, 2022

Kerry Clark Receives Missouri International Student Council International Recognition Award

Kerry Clark, director of CAFNR International Programs, was selected as the recipient of the Missouri International Student Council (MISC) International Recognition Award.
Scott Peck posing.

April 19, 2022

Scott Peck Receives Mumford Award for Outstanding Faculty as Part of 2022 Celebration of Excellence

Scott Peck, professor of biochemistry and member of the Interdisciplinary Plant Group (IPG), received the 2022 Mumford Award for Outstanding Faculty during CAFNR’s Celebration of Excellence ceremony held April 19.
Greg Rotert

April 19, 2022

Greg Rotert Honored with Mumford Award for Outstanding Staff as Part of 2022 Celebration of Excellence

Greg Rotert, support systems administrator, has received the Fredrick B. Mumford Award for Outstanding Staff. The award was given as part of the college's Celebration of Excellence awards ceremony, held April 19.
Portrait of Michelle Brooks

April 19, 2022

Michelle Brooks Receives Mumford Award for Outstanding Staff at 2022 Celebration of Excellence

She has spent more than 20 years in CAFNR, keeping the greenhouse structures up to date through her keen technical knowledge.
Portrait of Wes Warren

April 19, 2022

Wes Warren Recognized with Distinguished Research Award at 2022 Celebration of Excellence

Warren is a professor in the Division of Animal Sciences.
Portrait of Michelle Segovia

April 19, 2022

Michelle Segovia Honored with Early Investigator Research Award as Part of 2022 Celebration of Excellence

Segovia’s research is focused on the economics of food consumption and health.
Eric Oseland presents at a field day.

April 19, 2022

Eric Oseland Receives Distinguished Dissertation Award as Part of 2022 Celebration of Excellence

Eric Oseland received the 2022 William R. Lamberson Distinguished Doctoral Dissertation Award as part of this year’s Celebration of Excellence Awards, held April 19. Oseland completed his PhD in the Division of Plant Science and Technology. Oseland also attended MU for his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. He served as president of the Plant Sciences Graduate Student Association during his tenure. The title of his dissertation was Research to Advance our Understanding of Off-target Dicamba Movement in United States Agriculture. Oseland’s dissertation consisted of three distinct projects all related to the central issue of off-target movement of dicamba. Components…
CAFNR Teaching Academy medal

April 19, 2022

CAFNR Teaching Academy Inducts Three New Members

Three new members were inducted into the CAFNR Teaching Academy as part of the college’s Celebration of Excellence event April 19. Membership in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Teaching Academy will be reserved for CAFNR faculty who have received a distinguished teaching award on a national, regional, or university level that crosses disciplines. The inductees are: Argerich is the recipient of the 2021 Provost’s Outstanding Junior Faculty Teaching Award. This award recognizes junior faculty for superior teaching and advising on the MU campus. Hendrickson received the Excellence in Instruction Award from the Agriculture,…