flyer detailing 2022 Herbert College award winners. Dr Terry Niblack and Dr. Alan Windham

Herbert College of Agriculture Annual Awards

    “The mission of the Herbert College of Agriculture is to prepare students for careers in agriculture, natural resources, and other arenas. We recognize excellence of our students, staff, faculty, alumni, and supporters through our annual awards.” On April 22, 2022, the Herbert College of Agriculture recognized some outstanding faculty, staff, students, and alumni for their accomplishments at the annual award ceremony. We would like to recognize and thank two of the award winners, Drs. Terry Niblack and Alan Windham, for their valuable contribution to science. Distinguished Alumni Award – Dr. Terry Niblack is a distinguished graduate of the University of Tennessee, first with a double major B.S. (’76) in Horticulture/Agricultural Education and an M.S. (’82) in Entomology &

a photo of two pieces of Dr. Alan Windham's ornamental disease collection on display

Alan Windham’s End of the Road World Tour

    For many years, Dr. Alan Windham has provided leadership for educational programs in diseases affecting ornamental plants. Recently, Windham traveled to Knoxville to display his extensive ornamental disease collection to students enrolled in EPP 410, Diseases and Insects of Ornamental Plants. Other students, staff, and faculty that were interested in viewing his collection were also invited. His colleague, Dr. Mark Windham, stated that the “collection is without peer in North America, perhaps the word”. As this was the last time he would be setting up his display for the class, students were appreciative of the opportunity to view such a huge collection.

Dr. Frank Hale speaking to 4th graders sitting on the floor at the Country Classroom Event

Professors Frank Hale and Alan Windham Visit Maury County Park

                                At the Country Classroom event held at Maury County Park in Columbia, TN, Professors Frank Hale and Dr. Alan Windham had the privilege of addressing an audience of over 500 enthusiastic 4th graders. The duo engaged the young minds with captivating discussions about insects and fungi, shedding light on their fascinating world. As the children explored the event, they were treated to captivating fungi photos and an impressive insect collection displayed on the tables. “The insect collection was quite a hit with the kid,” said Professor Alan Windham. Professors Hale and Windham’s interactive session was a success, leaving a trail of excitement among the