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Staff Spotlights

  • Lee Rumble

    UT Extension Knox County Agriculture and Natural Resources agent champions tree care through hands-on arboriculture education and community outreach

  • Audrey Fulton

    UT Extension Humphreys County 4-H Youth Development agent cultivates skills and confidence in the next generation

  • James Newburn

    Managing Director Nurtures the Growth of Plants and Future Horticulture Professionals at UT Gardens, Knoxville

  • Sara Burns

    Center for Sensory Science lab manager connects companies with consumer insights to improve the quality and taste of food products

  • Chris Cooper

    UT-TSU Extension Shelby County Director Inspires Growth Through Leadership and Community Programs

  • Holly Jones

    Horticulturalist cultivates spaces for people to connect with nature at UT Gardens, Knoxville

  • Blake Brown

    AgResearch and Education Center at Milan director carries a legacy of agricultural research

  • Kayela Statom

    A love for students and agriculture fuels UTCVM coordinator of recruitment and student engagement’s passion for veterinary education

  • David Anderson

    UTCVM associate dean helps to innovate new tech that improves the healthcare of people and animals

  • Cymone Merritt

    UT Extension agent inspires healthy lifestyle choices through education and community connections

  • Mary Passmore

    Senior veterinary technician provides nursing care to large animals and educates the next generation of veterinarians

  • Creig Kimbro

    UT Extension county director supports producers and inspires the next generation of agricultural leaders

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