CFAES Alumni Awards
Each year, the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences recognize alumni leaders that, through their pursuits, advance the college, inspire others, and uplift our communities. We invite you to celebrate alongside the CFAES Alumni Society Board as we recognize the 2024 CFAES Alumni Award honorees.
Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m. check in opens, 6:00 p.m. event program begins
Cost: Complimentary
Location: Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center, 2201 Fred Taylor Drive, Columbus, OH 43210-1156
Parking: Parking will be offered on-site. Registered guests will receive a parking pass via email.
Registration: Opens Monday, June 24 at 10 a.m. Please register at the event link below (username and password required to register) or by calling an engagement specialist at 800-762-5646 or 614-292-2281, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. Guests who are not Ohio State alumni or those who are having difficulty registering should call the Engagement Center for assistance.
Please note that Alumni Awards, Homecoming Tailgate registration, and football game tickets are sold separately. Registering or purchasing tickets for one does not give you access to attend the other.
We have a block of hotel rooms held for CFAES alumni for Homecoming weekend at the TownePlace Suites on Lane Avenue (1640 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH 43221), just 10 minutes from Ohio Stadium. The last day to book with our group rate is Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
CFAES Alumni Award Honorees
International Alumni Award
Dr. Suzie Greenhalgh MA ’96 Economics PHD ’00 Agricultural Economics
Distinguished Alumni Award
Charles “Al” Holdren BS ’72 Agricultural Economics
Bob Jones, Jr. BS ’89 Horticulture
Meritorious Service Award
Dr. Bob Horton MS ’78 Agricultural Education PHD ’83 Agricultural Education
Young Professional Achievement Award
Abigail B. Snyder BS ’12 Food Science and Technology
The CFAES Alumni Society sponsors an annual awards program to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions throughout their careers.
Questions about CFAES Alumni Awards? Please contact Penny Barkhurst at Barkhurst.12@osu.edu or 614-247-6191