The College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Alumni Society Board represents the voice of all alumni of the college. The board serves as a resource for all relations between college alumni and The Ohio State University Alumni Association and has representatives from every academic department, every region of Ohio, from out of state, and from the last three graduating classes. The group meets quarterly in addition to holding events throughout the year.
Get to know a few of our board members each month.
Nick Rettig, Past President
’14 BSAGR Agribusiness and Applied Economics
Risk Manager, New Vision Farms
Q: Tell us a bit about what you like to do when you are not at work.
A: I enjoy spending time with my wife, Aspen, and our dogs, Cali and Vida. I also like to go fishing and enjoy experimenting with new recipes on the grill.
Q: What is your favorite thing about being on the CFAES Board?
A: Being able to connect with and work alongside fellow Buckeyes who are passionate about the CFAES community and mission.
Q: What is your favorite memory from CFAES?
A: I don’t know that I can pick one favorite memory. Some of my favorites include Agribusiness Club trips and socials, being a part of the initial CFAES Peer Mentor group, the BBQ Science class I took, and overall all of the amazing and lasting relationships I got to build with my fellow Buckeyes—students and faculty alike.
Marie McConnell, Treasurer and Class of 2019 Representative
’19 BSENR Environmental Policy and Decision Making
Outreach Manager, Clean Fuels Ohio
Q: Tell us a bit about what you like to do when you are not at work.
A: I like to hike and go backpacking. I have a tiny garden and a ton of house plants. Like many of us, I’ve been bitten by the quarantine baking bug, and am working on perfecting my bread recipe. I also volunteer with a local animal rescue, fostering dogs who are waiting to be adopted.
Q: What is your favorite thing about being on the CFAES Board?
A: Supporting recent grads as they begin building their lives and careers beyond Ohio State. Getting to connect with alumni from so many different academic backgrounds.
Q: What is your favorite memory from CFAES?
A: Studying abroad in Nicaragua with other CFAES first years. Introducing potential students to Ohio State and the college as an Environment and Natural Resources Ambassador.