Tifton Campus: Administration
Local Committees
- Animal Research
- Awards & Recognitions
- Coastal Plain Arboretum
- Computer & Technology
- Cultural Diversity
- Graduate Program
- Greenhouse
- Identity
- 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.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Terry Kelley, Chair | Horticulture | December, 2006 |
| Curt Lacy | Agricultural & Applied Economics | December, 2007 |
| Allen McCorvey | Agricultural & Applied Economics | December, 2007 |
| Gary Hill | Animal & Dairy Science | December, 2007 |
| Patsie Cannon | Animal & Dairy Science | December, 2006 |
| Calvin Perry | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | December, 2006 |
| Dewayne Dales | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | December, 2007 |
| Carol Ireland | Business Office | December, 2007 |
| Glenn Harris | Crop & Soil Science | December, 2007 |
| Sidney Cromer | Crop & Soil Science | December, 2007 |
| John Ruberson | Entomology | December, 2007 |
| Russ Ottens | Entomology | December, 2006 |
| Robert Marchant | Facilities Management & Operations | December, 2005 |
| Bruce Tucker | Horticulture | December, 2007 |
| Vickie Garrick | NESPAL | December, 2007 |
| Cindy Esco | Office of Communications | December, 2007 |
| Kim Giddens | Office of Information Technology | December, 2005 |
| Albert Culbreath | Plant Pathology | December, 2005 |
| Jason Brock | Plant Pathology | December, 2007 |
| Karen McBrayer | Tifton Campus Conference Center | December, 2005 |
| Corley Holbrook | USDA Crop Genetics | December, 2005 |
| Jeff Dillard | USDA Crop Genetics | December, 2005 |
| Ted Webster | USDA Crop Protection | December, 2006 |
| Eddie Sklany | USDA Crop Protection | December, 2006 |
| Richard Lowrance | USDA SE Watershed | December, 2005 |
| Margie Whittle | USDA SE Watershed | December, 2005 |
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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Computer & Technology Committee
The Tifton Campus Computer and Technology Committee will represent the needs and concerns of the computer and technology users on the Tifton Campus and immediate South Georgia area.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Steve Tucker, Chair | Office of Information Technology | December, 2007 |
| Nathan Smith | Agricultural & Applied Economics | December, 2007 |
| Joe West | Animal & Dairy Science | December, 2007 |
| Glenn Rains | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | December, 2006 |
| Ken Spurlin | Business Office | December, 2006 |
| Eric Prostko | Crop & Soil Sciences | December, 2006 |
| Jim Dutcher | Entomology | December, 2006 |
| Gerard Krewer | Horticulture | December, 2005 |
| Vickie Garrick | NESPAL | December, 2005 |
| Cindy Esco | Office of Communications | December, 2005 |
| Keith Rucker | SW District Extension (Tift County) | December, 2005 |
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 | TERM |
| John Ruberson, Chair | Entomology | Indefinite |
| Don Shurley | Agricultural & Applied Economics | Indefinite |
| Jason Peake | ALEC | Indefinite |
| John Bernard | Animal & Dairy Science | Indefinite |
| George Vellidis | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | Indefinite |
| Craig Bednarz | Crop & Soil Science | Indefinite |
| John Ruter | Horticulture | Indefinite |
| Ron Gitaitis | Plant Pathology | Indefinite |
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
The Identity Committee will develop and implement a strategy to promote the University of Georgia College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Tifton Campus.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT |
| Tracey Vellidis, Chair | NESPAL |
| Don Shurley | Agricultural & Applied Economics |
| Joe West | Animal & Dairy Science |
| Stan Diffie | Entomology |
| Will Hudson | Entomology |
| Bruce Shiver | Facilities Management & Operations |
| Cindy Esco | Office of Communications |
| Brad Haire | Office of Communications |
| Laura Perry Johnson | Southwest District/PDC 4-H |
| Sandy Baldwin | UGA College of Veterinary Medicine |
| David Moorhead | UGA Warnell School of Forest Resources |
| Joe Lewis | USDA Crop Protection & Management |
| Dixie Lightfoot | Colquitt EMC (District Manager) |
| Gerome Morgan | |
| Chris Beckham | WTIF Radio (Station Manager) |
| Frank Sayles | Tifton Gazette (Publisher) |
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.
- Emergency Procedures Handbook
- Security of Materials & Safety
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Stormy Sparks, Chair | Entomology | December, 2007 |
| Keith Kightlinger | Agricultural & Applied Economics | December, 2007 |
| Gary Hill | Animal & Dairy Science | December, 2007 |
| Stan Diffie | Assistant Dean's Office | December, 2007 |
| Mike Gibbs | Biological & Agricultural Engineering | December, 2006 |
| Tim Grey | Crop & Soil Sciences | December, 2006 |
| Peggy Ozias-Akins | Horticulture | December, 2006 |
| Bruce Shiver | Facilities Management & Operations | Indefinite |
| Kathryn Stevenson | Plant Pathology | December, 2005 |
| Jeff Wilson | USDA Crop Genetics | December, 2005 |
| Tom Hendricks | USDA Crop Protection | December, 2005 |
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.
| NAME | DEPARTMENT | TERM |
| Duncan McClusky, Chair | Library | December, 2007 |
| Leslie Cromer | Admin Professionals Team | December, 2007 |
| Deborah Rutland | Admin Professionals Team | December, 2007 |
| Curt Lacy | Agricultural & Applied Economics |
December, 2007 |
| Johnny Rossi | Animal & Dairy Science | December, 2007 |
| J. Michael Moore | Crop & Soil Science | December, 2006 |
| John Paulk | Crop & Soil Science | December, 2006 |
| Steve L. Brown | Entomology | December, 2006 |
| Gayle Cox | Facilities Management & Operations | December, 2006 |
| Terry Kelley | Horticulture | December, 2005 |
| Melissa Norton | SW District Extension (Worth County) | December, 2005 |
| Verna Kea | Tifton Campus Conference Center | December, 2005 |
| Xinzhi Ni | USDA Crop Genetics | December, 2005 |
| Baozhu Guo | USDA Crop Protection | December, 2005 |