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 2025 CFAES Alumni Award honorees.
Date: Friday, October 3, 2025
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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: Registration will open soon. Registration can be completed online at the event link below (username and password required to register) 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.
CFAES Alumni Award Honorees
International Alumni Award
Gulsah Ozcan Sinir MS ’10 Food Science
Distinguished Alumni Award
Steve E. Reinhard BS ’91 Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education
Dr. Bruce McPheron BS ’76 Entomology
Meritorious Service Award
Dr. Thomas B. Turner BS ’70 Animal Sciences
Young Professional Achievement Award
Dr. Kristy Shaw BS ’14 Animal Sciences
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.