Tifton Campus: Administration
Local Committees
- Animal Research
- Awards & Recognitions
- Coastal Plain Arboretum
- Cultural Diversity
- Graduate Program
- Greenhouse
- Identity
- Information & Technology
- Library
- Safety & Hazard
- Social
Animal Research Committee
The Animal Research Committee will assist the Assistant Dean, Tifton Campus in establishing a practical and reasonable policy with regard to the use of animals in research programs at the CAES Tifton Campus. Specific responsibilities will be to serve as a review committee to work with all personnel in assuming an acceptable compliance with all appropriate federal, state, and local regulations impacting on animal research. They will counsel scientists interested in animal research and assist and advise in the conduct of research as necessary to satisfy appropriate rules and regulations.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| John K. Bernard, Chair | Animal & Dairy Science | Indefinite |
| Gary Burtle | Animal & Dairy Science | Indefinite |
| S. Kip McMillan | Animal & Dairy Science | Indefinite |
| Gary M. Hill | Animal & Dairy Science | Indefinite |
| Eloise Styer | Veterinary Diaganositc Lab | Indefinite |
Awards & Recognitions Committee
The Tifton Campus Awards and Recognitions Committee will assist the Assistant Dean and Location Coordinators in the development of an on-going program to recognize important and significant contributions and accomplishments of all personnel at the CAES Tifton Campus. They will also work with the Assistant Dean in developing appropriate means of acknowledging such recognition and honors. The Committee will work closely with organizations such as Sigma Xi and cooperate where appropriate. (Updated 2009)
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| John Ruberson, Chair | Entomoloty | February, 2011 |
| Don Shurley | Agricultural & Applied Economics | February, 2010 |
| Allen McCorvey | Agricultural & Applied Economics | February, 2011 |
| Patsie Cannon | Animal & Dairy Science | February, 2011 |
| Paige Adams | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | February, 2011 |
| Dewayne Dales | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | February, 2011 |
| Glenn Harris | Crop & Soil Science | February, 2011 |
| Scott Tubbs | Crop & Soil Science | February, 2010 |
| Mary Jo Townsend | Entomology | February, 2010 |
| Tim Ross | Facilities Management & Operations | February, 2011 |
| Bruce Tucker | Horticulture | February, 2011 |
| Vickie Garrick | NESPAL | February, 2010 |
| Cindy Esco | Office of Communications | February, 2010 |
| Betsy Haman | Office of Information Technology | February, 2011 |
| Tim Brenneman | Plant Pathology | February, 2011 |
| Jason Brock | Plant Pathology | February, 2011 |
| Kathy Patterson | SW District Office | February, 2011 |
| Gail Hargett | Tifton Campus Conference Center | February, 2011 |
| Jason Golden | USDA Crop Genetics | February, 2011 |
| Betty Tyler | USDA Crop Genetics | February, 2011 |
| Carroll Johnson | USDA Crop Protection | February, 2010 |
| Robert Caldwell | USDA Crop Protection | February, 2010 |
| Margie Whittle | USDA SE Watershed | February, 2011 |
Coastal Plain Arboretum Committee
The Arboretum Committee will assist the Assistant Dean, Tifton Campus in the development of designated areas on the Tifton Campus for an arboretum, nature trail, etc. Specific responsibilities of the Committee will be to develop overall plans and work with the Assistant Dean and others in the implementation of these plans. Efforts will also be made in the identification and development of funding sources for the Arboretum.
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Cultural Diversity Advisory Committee
The Committee will advise the Assistant Dean, Tifton Campus on ways to create, support and value diversity at the CAES Tifton Campus. Specific responsibilities of the committee will be to develop overall plans and work with the Assistant Dean and others in the implementation of these plans.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Bob Kemerait, Chair | Plant Pathology | December, 2007 |
| Machelle Clements | Admin Professionals Team | December, 2007 |
| Pat Boatner | Admin Professionals Team | December, 2007 |
| Greg Fonsah | Agricultural & Applied Economics | December, 2007 |
| Gary Burtle | Animal & Dairy Science | December, 2007 |
| Unessee Hargett | Assistant Dean's Office | December, 2006 |
| Gary Hawkins | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | December, 2006 |
| John Beasley | Crop & Soil Sciences | December, 2006 |
| Bob McPherson | Entomology | December, 2006 |
| Sharad Phatak | Horticulture | December, 2006 |
| Susan Crow | NESPAL | December, 2005 |
| Anthony Jones | SW District Extension (Dougherty County) | December, 2005 |
| Corley Holbrook | USDA Crop Genetics | December, 2005 |
| Dawn Olson | USDA Crop Protection | December, 2005 |
Graduate Program Committee
The Graduate Program Committee will work with the Assistant Dean, Tifton Campus, Coordinators, and Department Heads in developing and enhancing our graduate program at the CAES Tifton Campus. Emphasis will be placed on exploring ways in which our involvement in the graduate program at the University can be improved and enhanced such that it is complementary to the on-going research program at the CAES Tifton Campus.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT |
| John Ruberson, Chair | Entomology |
| Don Shurley | Agricultural & Applied Economics |
| Jason Peake | ALEC |
| John Bernard | Animal & Dairy Science |
| George Vellidis | Biological & Agricultural Engineering |
| Craig Bednarz | Crop & Soil Science |
| John Ruter | Horticulture |
| Ron Gitaitis | Plant Pathology |
Greenhouse Committee
The CAES Tifton Campus Greenhouse Committee will have overall coordination for all greenhouse facilities at the Tifton Campus. The committee will work with the CAES Tifton Campus administration in the establishment of greenhouse standards or ground rules for use of CAES Tifton Campus greenhouses. They will work in the development standards for greenhouse use and experiment identification. They will make recommendations to the administration regarding equipment and facilities upgrade needed to ensure the most effective utilization of all reenhouses. They will develop greenhouse diagrams, inventory greenhouse space, and work to ensure that all scientists have reasonable access to the greenhouses.
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Identity Committee — TUGA Move Team
The Identity Committee will develop and implement a strategy to promote the University of Georgia College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Tifton Campus. (Updated 2009)
| NAME | DEPARTMENT |
| Tracey Vellidis, Co-Chair | NESPAL |
| Erin Womack, Co-Chair | NESPAL |
| Don Shurley | Agricultural & Applied Economics |
| Jason Peake | Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication |
| Joe West | Assistant Dean's Office |
| Gary Hawkins | Biological & Agricultural Engineering |
| John Beasley | Crop & Soil Sciences |
| Stan Diffie | Entomology |
| John Ruberson | Entomology |
| Bruce Shiver | Facilities Management & Operations |
| Susan Reinhardt | NESPAL |
| Niki Newberry | Office of College Advancement |
| Cindy Esco | Office of Communications |
| Brad Haire | Office of Communications |
| Laura Perry-Johnson | SW District Extension |
| Jean Hurst | Tifton Campus Conference Center |
| Brad Day | Tifton/Tift County Chamber of Commerce |
| Perry White | UGA Tifton Campus student |
Information & Technology Committee
This Committee will serve in an advisory capacity to the Assistant Dean, Tifton Campus and to the Tifton Campus manager of the Office of Information Technology, with regards to campus IT needs. Specific activities will include the development of a plan for the upgrade of existing IT hardware as well as the development of a strategic plan for future IT needs for the Tifton Campus, research farms and Research and Education Centers. (Updated 2009)
| NAME | DEPARTMENT |
| Jason Peake, Chair | Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication |
| Erin Womack | Academic Programs |
| George Vellidis | Biological & Agricultural Engineering |
| Chuck Bargeron | Bugwood |
| Glen Ritchie | Crop & Soil Sciences |
| Vickie Garrick | NESPAL |
| Sylvia Marrotti | Office of Information Technology, TC Manager |
| Richard Layton | Office of Information Technology, USDA |
| Kim Giddens | Office of Information Technology, USDA |
| Calvin Perry | Research & Education Centers |
| Austin Taylor | Tifton Campus Conference Center |
Library Committee
The Library Committee will work closely with the Assistant Dean, Tifton Campus and Research Leaders in the development and support of the CAES Tifton Campus Library. Specific activities and effort will be directed toward acquisitions for the Library and effective and efficient use of the Library by all personnel. This Committee will be especially helpful in the identification of further ways in which the Library can effectively enhance our overall research programs. The Committee will carefully and constantly monitor needs to keep our Library current and up-to-date.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Larry Newton, Chair | Animal & Dairy Science | December, 2007 |
| Don Shurley | Agricultural & Applied Economics | December, 2007 |
| Bryan Maw | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | December, 2007 |
| Dewey Lee | Crop & Soil Science | December, 2006 |
| John Ruberson | Entomology | December, 2006 |
| Patrick Connor | Horticulture | December, 2006 |
| Duncan McClusky | Library | Indefinite |
| Matt Krakowsky | USDA Crop Genetics | December, 2005 |
| Carroll Johnson | USDA Crop Protection | December, 2005 |
Safety & Hazard Committee
The Safety and Hazard Committee of the CAES Tifton Campus will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of Tifton Campus safety and hazard prevention planning. The Committee will interact with the Assistant Dean, Coordinators and USDA-ARS Research Leaders in the development and implementation of safety and hazard guidelines. In addition, input will be sought from all personnel in determining the various safety needs of the Tifton Campus.
The Committee will evaluate all aspects of safety, including but not limited to offices, laboratories, storage areas, pesticide usage, machine and equipment operation, and traffic. The cooperation of all Tifton Campus personnel will be needed for this Committee to achieve the goals that have been set for it. (Updated 2009)
- Emergency Procedures Handbook
- Security of Materials & Safety
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Stan Diffie, Chair | Entomology | February, 2011 |
| Keith Kightlinger | Agricultural & Applied Economics | February, 2010 |
| Melissa Tawzer | Animal & Dairy Science | February, 2010 |
| Mike Gibbs | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | February, 2011 |
| Tim Grey | Crop & Soil Sciences | February, 2011 |
| Michael Toews | Entomology | February, 2010 |
| Bruce Shiver | Facilities Management & Operations | Indefinite |
| Pat Conner | Horticulture | February, 2011 |
| Evelyn Morgan | NESPAL | February, 2010 |
| Ron Gitaitis | Plant Pathology | February, 2011 |
| Austin Taylor | Tifton Campus Conference Center | Indefinite |
| Shannon Atkinson | USDA Crop Genetics | February, 2010 |
| Tom Hendricks | USDA Crop Protection | Indefinite |
Social Committee
This Committee will work closely with the Assistant Dean, Tifton Campus in the development of various social activities for all personnel at the CAES Tifton Campus. Specific activities will include the development of plans for picnics, dinners, banquets, and other activities that include all individuals who work at the CAES Tifton Campus. (Updated 2009)
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Teri Hughes, Chair | Assistant Dean's Office | February, 2011 |
| Glenda Thomas | Admin Professionals Team/Plant Pathology | February, 2010 |
| Amanda Ziehl | Agricultural & Applied Economics | February, 2010 |
| Mel Renney | Animal & Dairy Science | February, 2011 |
| Mike Gibbs | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | February, 2010 |
| Lola Sexton | Crop & Soil Science | February, 2010 |
| Mike Toews | Entomology | February, 2010 |
| Mindy Johnson | Facilities Management & Operations | February, 2010 |
| Dan MacLean | Horticulture | February, 2011 |
| Paige Adams | NESPAL | February, 2010 |
| Jolain Luke | SW District Extension | February, 2011 |
| Barbara Maw | Tifton Campus Conference Center | February, 2010 |
| Xinzhi Ni | USDA Crop Genetics | February, 2011 |
| Connie Scarborough | USDA Crop Protection | February, 2011 |
| Joyce Murphy | USDA SE Watershed | February, 2011 |