Awards and Honors

Linda Bisson reacts to Wine Flavor 101 that honored her career

I want to take this opportunity to thank the organizers (Kay and Anita) of "Wine Flavor 101: Managing Wine Quality – Problematic Fermentation", the program held on February 15 to celebrate my career. I also want to thank all the speakers for their kind words, particularly David Block and Charlie Edwards, on the impact I have had on their careers and the industry. It's very humbling to know that these things can mean so much to others.

Marie and William Cruess Scholarships awarded to nine FST students

Nine FST juniors and seniors were recently awarded Marie and William Cruess Scholarships at the NCIFT-sponsored Food Science and Technology Showcase on March 1.  This banquet was created as an annual event to bring together industry, faculty, and students, and to recognize student accomplishment.  The award recognizes Mrs. Marie and Professor William Cruess, who was a pioneer in the production of fruit juice beverages, concentrates, and syrups.

Dr. Linda Harris elected as a Fellow of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Linda Harris, FST Chair, has been elected as a Fellow of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). IFT Fellows represent a tiny fraction of IFT’s membership and selection as a Fellow recognizes evidence for exemplary accomplishments in the areas of scholarly advancement, service to the food science and technology profession, inspiration of others to excel in the food science and technology field, primary responsibility for the success of a new food product, and improvement of the human condition via food science and technology.

Congratulations to the 2018 Marie and William Cruess Scholarship Recipients

The 2018 Marie and William Cruess Scholarships have been awarded to UC Davis FST juniors and seniors who are pursuing FST or Nutrition degrees.  This year's recipients are Kyla Broderick, Annie Chan, Theodosia Chryssogelos, Azella Gunarto, Maddison Gurrola, Matthew Poon, Chenhao Qian, Alejandro Saldivar and Adley Tong. The NCIFT Cruess Scholarship Committee awarded $1000 scholarship to each student. 

Chik Brenneman wins College's Staff Award of Distinction

Charles “Chik” Brenneman, winemaker and facility manager for the Department of Viticulture and Enology, oversees all winemaking operations and has been an invaluable partner with the faculty in creating UC Davis’ world-renowned research and teaching program and facilities. In October at the 2017 College Celebration he was honored among staff with the CA&ES Award of Distinction.