The people who make up the UT Institute of Agriculture are the driving force behind the Real. Life. Solutions. we create and deliver. Learn more about some of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni whose work sets them apart.
Faculty
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Chetan Badgujar
Biosystems engineering and soil science assistant professor advances agricultural innovation through robotics and automation
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Angela Smith
Construction Science and Management senior lecturer prepares students for success through hands-on teaching and real-world industry insight
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Jonathan Walton
Distinguished lecturer in UT Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics connects classroom learning with real-world farming experience
Staff
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Kevin Thompson
Middle Tennessee AgResearch and Education Centers at Spring Hill and Lewisburg director facilitates impactful precision livestock research and data-driven innovation
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Kyra Barrier
Herbert study abroad coordinator connects students with life-changing global learning opportunities
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Shalena Durkot
UT Gardens, Crossville, coordinator leads with passion for plants and people
Students
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Mason Dunlap
Animal science senior pursues a lifelong passion for veterinary medicine through hands-on learning and global service experiences
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Katherine López
Future veterinarian overcomes adversity to pursue her passion for animal welfare at the UT College of Veterinary Medicine
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Jacob Friedrich
Plant sciences graduate student investigates controlled environment solutions to improve global food security
Alumni
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Haley Williamson
Animal science alumna (’20) champions species conservation through wildlife education and outreach
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Craig Bacon
Food science alumnus (’87, ’90) earns Meat Industry Hall of Fame honors after decades of industry leadership
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Rachel Smith
Food science alumna (BS ‘16) drives product innovation and flavor development at Newly Weds Foods
