Dept. of Animal Biosciences chair named
Dr. Christine Baes has been appointed chair of the Department of Animal Biosciences. She begins her five-year term on May 22, 2023.
College News
Leadership Renewal for OAC
The OAC Dean’s Office is pleased to announce the re-appointment of Drs. Rebecca Hallett and John Cranfield as Associate Dean – Research and Graduate Studies and Associate Dean – External Relations, respectively.
Our Sympathies: Pieter Groenevelt
It is with sympathy that we share the passing of Pieter Groenevelt on February 10, 2023. Piet was a professor in the School of Environmental Sciences from 1973-2002 and then a professor emeritus until his death.
Three Alumni to be Inducted into Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame
Three of this year's Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees are OAC alumni. The inductees will be recognized in a ceremony on June 11, 2023. Congratulations to all.
Our Sympathies: Kenneth Monteith
It is with sympathy that we share the passing of Kenneth Monteith, alumnus of the Ridgetown Agricultural College (now Ridgetown Campus). Ken was a fierce advocate of the College, supporting Ridgetown through fundraising and serving on the board. He received a Westag Alumnus of Honour Award, and an Outstanding Service Award from the Ontario Agricultural College, University of Guelph.
New SEDRD Admin Officer
The School of Environmental Design and Rural Development (SEDRD) is pleased to welcome Cate Mennega as the new Administrative Officer for the school. Cate began in the role on January 31, 2023.
New OAC 150th Projects Coordinator
The OAC Dean’s Office is pleased to announce Jordan Terpstra as the projects coordinator for OAC’s 150th anniversary celebrations. Jordan begins in this new role on February 6, 2023.
In collaboration with staff and alumni stakeholders, including a steering committee, Jordan will plan and deliver events, products, and projects to engage the OAC community in celebrations around the college’s 150th anniversary.
Senior Advancement Manager for OAC Update
Alumni Affairs and Development and the OAC Dean’s Office are pleased to make two announcements regarding the senior advancement manager role for OAC.
Our Sympathies: Hank Orr
It is with sympathy that we share the passing of Dr. Hank Orr (BSA 1943) on January 19, 2023. After graduating from OAC and serving in World War II, Hank became a faculty member in the Poultry Science Department (now Department of Animal Biosciences) in 1946. He retired in 1984 and was inducted into the Canadian Poultry Research Network Hall of Fame in 2021.