Development & Alumni Relations

Connecting alumni, friends and donors
The Office of Development and Alumni Relations leads fundraising and development efforts for the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, keeps alumni connected to the college, coordinates CAES engagement events and connects external partners and stakeholders' interests to the needs of CAES students, faculty and programs. The office serves college alumni, friends and donors throughout their lives, from improving student experiences to leaving a legacy through planned giving.

Events

Join us for an Ag Dawgs After Hours reception in Washington, D.C.! Connect with CAES alumni and friends from the D.C. area and get a chance to meet the 2025 Ag Fellows. Dean Nick T. Place will be present and provide an update on the college. Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be provided.
May 20
6:00PM - 8:00PM Ag Dawgs After Hours: Washington, D.C. Longworth House Office Building, Room 1301, Washington, DC
The Garden Gala, a farm-to-table dinner on Saturday, June 7, 2025, will be crafted from UGArden-grown ingredients by local chefs.  This ticketed affair will bring together supporters, community members, and local leaders in sustainable agriculture to celebrate UGArden’s impactful journey and the people that made it all possible. Proceeds from the event will go towards fully funding the Friends of UGArden Endowment. Reach out to ugarden@uga.edu for more information. Tickets are on sale now!
Jun 07
6:00PM - 10:00PM Garden Gala: Farm-to-Table Dinner Flinchum's Phoenix, Athens, GA
Intros and Appetizers is a low pressure, high energy student and alumni/industry professional networking event. This is a great opportunity for students to seek advice and mentorship from alumni and friends of CAES. Space is limited to 50 students and 25 alumni and friends of CAES! Appetizers will be provided. Dress is business casual. Expect: Time for appetizers and mingling Round-robin style networking Ratio of 2:1 students to alumni/industry partner Prompts to guide conversation Multiple rounds of quality connections
Sep 30
5:30PM - 7:30PM 2025 CAES Fall Intros and Appetizers UGA Studio 225, Athens, GA
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Leadership

Mary Ann Parsons
Mary Ann Parsons Senior Director of Development
Office of Development and Alumni Relations