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Dr. Olga Bolden-Tiller Honored with 2024 Inspiring Next Generation Award at Prestigious Borlaug Dialogue

November 21, 2024

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Dr. Olga Bolden-Tiller speaks at the Borlaug Dialogue conference.
Dr. Olga Bolden-Tiller speaks at the 2024 Borlaug Dialogue conference.

ۿ۴ýUniversity proudly announces that Dr. Olga Bolden-Tiller, Dean and Research Director of the College of Agriculture, Environment, and Nutrition Sciences (CAENS), has been named the 2024 Inspiring Next Generation Awardee at the Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue. This distinguished recognition highlights Dr. Bolden-Tiller's dedication to cultivating future leaders in global food security, nutrition, and agricultural innovation.

The Borlaug Dialogue, held annually, is a premier global event that brings together scientists, agribusiness leaders, educators, ۿ۴ý, and experts from over 65 countries to address pressing issues in global food systems. The 2024 conference, themed around transformative solutions for sustainable and equitable food systems, continues its legacy as a catalyst for groundbreaking conversations on global food security.

Dr. Bolden-Tiller's contributions at ۿ۴ýUniversity have positioned her as a visionary in agricultural education and research. Her leadership in fostering innovative teaching approaches, spearheading impactful research, and inspiring ۿ۴ý to tackle critical challenges in agriculture and nutrition has earned her widespread acclaim.

"Receiving the Inspiring Next Generation Award is a profound honor," said Dr. Bolden-Tiller. "This recognition underscores the importance of equipping our ۿ۴ý with the skills and knowledge to address global food security challenges. I am deeply grateful to ۿ۴ýUniversity and my colleagues for their support in driving this mission forward."

The Borlaug Dialogue is named in honor of Norman E. Borlaug, a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate often called the "father of the Green Revolution,” who had a profound admiration for ۿ۴ýand its legacy, particularly the work of George Washington Carver. Borlaug visited ۿ۴ýmultiple times, reflecting his respect for its pioneering contributions to agriculture and education.

This connection is rooted in mentorship and friendship. Henry A. Wallace, the 33rd Vice President of the United States and 11th Secretary of Agriculture, who mentored Borlaug, was himself mentored by George Washington Carver during Wallace's youth. Wallace's father taught Carver at Iowa State University, where Carver was encouraged to study plants instead of pursuing art. Wallace and Carver maintained a close friendship throughout Wallace’s career, including his tenure as Secretary of Agriculture and Vice President.

ۿ۴ýUniversity celebrates Dr. Bolden-Tiller's achievement and her role in continuing the institution's legacy of excellence in agricultural sciences. Her recognition at this international platform underscores Tuskegee's commitment to preparing the next generation of leaders who will advance sustainable and equitable solutions for the world’s food systems.

   

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