Celebrating the Legacy of Outstanding Alumni & Friends
The College of Agricultural Sciences celebrates the legacy of our most outstanding alumni and friends. Individuals who have been consummate ambassadors for the College and for Oregon State University. These are people who have had a meaningful impact on Oregon and its agriculture, food and environmental landscapes.
You can see the impact our students and faculty make wherever you look - from the food on your plate, to the water you drink, to groundbreaking advances in human health that save lives. The College of Agricultural Sciences community is dedicated to creating a safer, more abundant future for people in Oregon and beyond. Feel free to take a look at our collection of proud accomplishments.
2024 Distinguished Leadership Award
Helle Ruddenklau, Owner, Ruddenklau Farms, LLC
2024 Distinguished Legacy Award
Dr. Stanley Gregory, Professor Emeritus, OSU Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences
2024 Distinguished Legacy Award
Mr. Mike Weber, Managing Partner (retired), Central Oregon Seeds, Inc.
2024 Distinguished Legacy Award
Dr. Youling Xiong, Gatton Foundation Professor, Dept. of Animal and Food Sciences, University of Kentucky
2024 Hall of Fame Award
Jack Bigej, Chief Executive Officer Al's Garden and Home
2024 Hall of Fame Award
The Schmidt Family, J. Frank Schmidt & Son Company