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
-
Jonathan Walton
Distinguished lecturer in UT Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics connects classroom learning with real-world farming experience
-
Liz Eckelkamp
Dairy Extension Specialist supports producers through research, outreach and innovation
-
Sherry Cox
Clinical professor at UTCVM leads one of the nation’s top veterinary pharmacology labs, advancing animal care through research and mentorship
Staff
-
Shalena Durkot
UT Gardens, Crossville, coordinator leads with passion for plants and people
-
Sarah Keenan
UT Extension Maury County 4-H Youth Development agent guides youth toward lifelong skills and success
-
Cassie Johnson
Director of Enrollment Services champions access to higher education and meaningful student experiences at Herbert
Students
-
Mason Dunlap
Animal science senior pursues a lifelong passion for veterinary medicine through hands-on learning and global service experiences
-
Katherine López
Future veterinarian overcomes adversity to pursue her passion for animal welfare at the UT College of Veterinary Medicine
-
Jacob Friedrich
Plant sciences graduate student investigates controlled environment solutions to improve global food security
Alumni
-
Rachel Smith
Food science alumna (BS ‘16) drives product innovation and flavor development at Newly Weds Foods
-
Jason Maxedon
Forestry alumnus (’00) leads statewide wildlife conservation and management at the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
-
Luke Bennett
Plant sciences alumnus (’23) cultivates championship-level turf at Seminole Golf Club
