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2024 D.W. Brooks Lecture and Awards

Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 3:30 p.m.

Masters Hall, Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel


Event Contact:

Regina Fitzpatrick Director of Government Relations & External Affairs
Dean and Directors Office

Media Contact:

Jordan Powers Public Relations Manager
Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC)
About the Lecture and Awards
The D.W. Brooks Lecture is named for the late D.W. Brooks, founder of Gold Kist, Inc. Brooks started Cotton States Mutual Insurance Companies in 1941. He advised seven U.S. presidents on farm and trade issues. Among his many honors, he was the first inductee into the University of Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame. CAES hosts the annual lecture series and faculty awards for excellence celebration in his memory.
CAES Signature Events
This event is a part of CAES Signature Events. These special events showcase outstanding faculty contributions, foster community and industry collaboration, and spotlight the college's impact on a global scale.

NOTE: All Signature Lectures are free and open to the public. Requests for accommodations should be made as soon as possible but at least 7 days prior to the scheduled lecture.

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