TSU College of Agriculture

TSUAg MANRRS was at it again last Friday in the group's latest professional development workshop. The accomplished plant biologist, educator, and science communicator Dr. Mary Williams was on hand for the meeting, speaking to the group over Zoom on conference communications skills. Scientific conferences provide invaluable opportunities for networking, discovering new research, and presenting one's work, and as such Friday's session offered strategies for making the most of a conference experience, with a special focus on effective research presentations—whether through a talk or a poster. Thanks to Dr. Sonali Roy and the @nationalscienc for supporting this talk.

TSUAg's chapter of MANRRS was out in force yesterday sweetening up campus life in the Biotechnology building with a fundraising bake sale. The student org is raising funds ahead of the huge MANRRS conference slated for April! Nice work MANRRS! 🍰 🧁 🥞

The TSUAg Department of Human Sciences kicked off the newly revamped and revitalized chapter of the Kappa Omicron Nu (KON) yesterday. The five new members of KON are new President Olivia Whitmore, Vice-President Tsira Calhoun, Secretary Kristian Butler, Media Manager Miracle Alford and Treasurer Karielle Simmons. The group will be mentored by Dr. Brione Lockett and Extension staffer Marion Mosby. "These student leaders have demonstrated a commitment to scholarship, leadership, and research and embody the values of KON and the Human Sciences," said Lockett of the new class. KON is the national honor society for the human sciences, a prestigious organization that recognizes academic excellence and leadership potential in students who study fields that improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities. These fields include human development, public health, family studies, nutrition, and consumer sciences.

The Winter 2024-5 AgLink magazine is out now! Hard copies are in the mail, all across campus and you can now read the entire magazine of stories on academics, research and Extension at the College online on our Issuu page! Highlights of the Winter 2024-5 issue include: - "Finding Her Voice for the Future" (p. 44) highlights the big semester that was for NextGen scholar Kennedy Bentley, who made pair of high profile appearances at high-profile events last semester. 😀 - "The Paths Less Traveled" (p. 22) highlights the divergent paths of a handful of recent graduates, some of whom are still in agriculture while others are not. - "Learning by Doing" (cover) tells the story of the newly-installed high-impact learning practices being implemented at TSUAg. 👩🏿🎓 And that's just the beginning.. Check it out now! #TSUAg https://lnkd.in/e38QVeFp

The @tsucollegeofagriculture celebrates Black History Month today, tomorrow, every day and every month... We've not words to express our thanks to the giants who came before us, we have only thanks for the legacy they left us. #blackhistorymonth #blackhistorymatters #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory #blackhistory #BlackHistoryMonth

The Tennessee State University (TSU) Tiger Food Pantry has received a generous $1,000 donation from Dollar General to support food security, health, and accessibility for TSU students. The Tiger Food Pantry, overseen by Dr. Stacey Puckett-Walker, Assistant Vice President of Student Services, provides critical support to students facing food insecurity. Dr. Puckett-Walker has been instrumental in fostering partnerships and securing community support, ensuring the pantry can effectively address the needs of TSU students. “We are incredibly grateful to Dollar General for their generous donation,” said Dr. Puckett-Walker. “This support will significantly help us continue to provide nutritious food, limited toiletries, and valuable educational resources, including healthy recipes, to our students and campus community.” Dr. Puckett-Walker collaborates closely with a dedicated team, including TSU students, Dr. Brione Lockett, Assistant Professor within the College of Human Sciences/Cooperative Extension and Director of the Community Nutrition Education Programs (CNEP), and Marion Mosby, Graphic Designer for CNEP, to ensure the pantry is well-stocked and effectively serves the needs of the TSU community.

Few aspects of academic life are as vital as the Tennessee State University College of Agriculture's dedication to fostering productive and positive mentor/mentee relationships. Throughout our past and continuing on through today students at the College have grown personally and professionally through their mentor/mentee relationships. As we come to a close on National #MentoringMonth, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate the students and faculty members who make the magic of mentoring possible on TSU's campus. Thanks to each of you! #MentoringAmplifies

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) recently published a wonderful story about the work Dr. Tom Byl has been doing with students at the College of Agriculture's summer apprentice program. TSUAg undergrad Aaliyah Cotton, who is now a part-time USGS intern, is quoted in the story, as is Amelia Tappler, an incredibly bright high school student that participated in the SAP program last summer.

The spring '25 semester has begun, and the faculty and staff of the College of Ag. are thrilled to welcome you back, students! The faculty and staff of the College are energized about the semester, which is going to be chock-full of career development, outside learning, and personal growth opportunities for our undergraduate and graduate students alike. There are so many things to be excited about this semester, and our greatest joy remains to do everything we can to bring you closer to graduation and closer to your career. #letsgo #springsemester2025

A trio of TSUAg scientists took home awards at the 2024 @tennacadofsci's annual awards ceremony. Dr. Sonali Roy led the delegation as the winner of the prestigious Tennessee Academy of Sciences 2024 Distinguished College/University Scientist Award! Dr. Roy was awarded not only for her advances in the world of plant science and plant genetics but too for her dedication to leading students along their research journeys as well. Congratulations Dr. Roy this award is well-deserved! TSUAg graduate student Santosh Kafle took home first place at the 134th annual meeting of the Tennessee Academy of Science meeting held at Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee, on October 23, 2024 for his poster presentation on local organic products. Fellow graduate student Manju Yogi won second place in the Agriculture/Botany student poster presentation at meeting as well. Congratulations all! https://lnkd.in/gpA7wfcK