Dinner of Distinction
The annual UF/IFAS Dinner of Distinction recognizes alumni, friends and organizations serving as partners in the land-grant mission. Each year UF/IFAS honors awardees for their commitment and generous contribution of resources and expertise to advance our communities, state, nation and world.
For information about this event, contact (352) 392-1975 or email advancement@ifas.ufl.edu
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PAST AWARD WINNERS
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IFAS Champion
The UF/IFAS Champion award recognizes partnership and contributions to the land grant mission of excellence in teaching, research and Extension.
Ernest Sellers 2025 
W. W. "Coon Bottom" Glenn 2024 
Wayne H. Smith 2023 
Florida Farm Bureau Federation 2022 
Elisabeth DeLuca 2021 
Paul DiMare 2019 
Lucinda Stern 2018 
George Wedgworth 2017 
Hugh English 2016 
Alto Straughn 2015 
Vam York 2014 
Charles Steinmetz 2013 
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Volunteer of the Year presented by the UF/IFAS Advancement Council
The Volunteer of the Year award recognizes dedicated volunteer efforts and outstanding service on behalf of UF/IFAS. It is presented by the UF/IFAS Advancement Council.
Kim Rester Sams 2025 
Bruce Delaney 2024 
Dana Eller 2023 
Mary Schneider 2022 
Morris Steen, Jr. 2021 
Tracy Duda Chapman 2019 
Jack Breed 2018 
Jeff Bass 2017 
Matthew Johnston 2016 
Robert Harding 2015 
Kevin Malone 2015 
Debbie Swindle 2014 
Wayne Smith 2013 
Ernest Sellers 2012 
Thomas Braddock 2011 
Ray Goldwire 2010 
Charles Syfrett 2009 
Frank Giglia, Jr. 2008 
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UF/IFAS Industry Partner Award
The UF/IFAS Industry Partner Award recognizes dedicated partnership in the advancement of research and philanthropic support for UF/IFAS.
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CALS Alumni & Friends Horizon Award
CALS Alumni & Friends Horizon Award
The CALS Alumni & Friends Horizon Award recognizes outstanding contributions of young alumni of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.
Brady Revels 2025 
Mallory Neumann 2024 
John Walt Boatwright 2023 
ArNelle Wright 2022 
Trey Warnock 2021 
Tory M. Moore 2019 Bernie J. Lefils 2018 
Juan David Castro-Anzola 2017 
Ashley Hughes 2016 Keri Sidle 2015 
Luis Martinez 2014 
Flint Johns 2014 
Kelly Padget Mosley 2013 
Crystal Kelts Snodgrass 2013 
Brian Estevez 2012 
James T. DeValerio 2012 
Cindy Sanders 2011 
Jim Spratt 2011 
Bridget Carlisle 2010 
Gillian Folkes Dagan 2010 
Sharon Spann Spratt 2009 
Emily Eckhardt Eubanks 2008 
James E. Stice 2007 
Erin Freel 2006 Anita Arvind Dhople 2005 Mason G. Smoak 2005 The Honorable Adam H. Putnam 2003 
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UF/IFAS Extension & Florida 4-H Awards
UF/IFAS Extension Advocate Award
The UF/IFAS Extension Advocate Award recognizes commitment to advancing agriculture through the land grant and Extension mission.
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Brightman Logan 2024 
Joan Dusky 2023 
Bank of America 2022 
Larry & Debbie Swindle 2021 
Brittany Lee 2019 
Imogene Yarborough 2018 
4-H Outstanding Alumni
Tiffany Southwell 2017 
Rep. Jennifer Sullivan 2016 
Sean Russell 2015 
The Honorable Adam Putnam 2014 
Mamie Wise 2013 
Colleen McCreary 2012 
4-H Lifetime Achievement
Jimmy Boyd & Benita Boyd 2017 
Betty Jo Tompkins 2016 
Wilmer & Melda Bassett 2015 
Linda Syfrett 2014 
Barney & Hariot Greene 2013 
Raymond & Karola Passage 2012 -
Friend of IFAS
The Friend of IFAS award recognizes service and dedication to agriculture and the land grant mission.
Ducks Unlimited 2021 
Reggie Brown 2018 
Madeline Mellinger 2017 
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UF/IFAS Legislative Leader
The UF/IFAS Legislative Leader award is presented to an IFAS friend in a state leadership position.
Rep. Allison Tant 2025 
Rep. Kaylee Tuck 2024 
Rep. Lawrence McClure 2023 
Senator Keith Perry 2023 
Senator Ben Albritton 2022 
Rep. Blaise Ingoglia 2020 
Rep. Lawrence McClure 2019 
Sen. Kelli Stargel 2019 
Rep. W. Gregory Steube 2018 
Rep. Jake Raburn 2015 
Rep. Bryan Nelson 2014 
Rep. Steve Crisafulli 2013 
Senator Alan Hays 2013 
Senator Denise Grimsley 2012 
The Honorable JD Alexander 2012 
