The Outstanding Volunteer Award recognizes exceptional efforts in volunteerism in the current volunteer year. Section Officers nominate an individual for their dedication and contributions to their section and IFT.
The Section Service Award honors current Section members who have exemplified a history of service to the Section or field. This demonstrated commitment could include, but is not limited to:
- Providing or facilitating exemplary educational program(s), information, discussion forums, networking, and other services to accomplish the mission of the Section
- Enhancing the experience(s) of the Section membership
- Serving above and beyond a typical Section leadership goal
- Outstanding mentorship within the Section
A Section awardee identified by your leadership will be listed on the Section Recognition page on the IFT website and recognized in The Section Leader Monthly Update. Awardees will also receive an electronic badge and communication from IFT
Past Award Recipients
- 2017-18 – Molly E. Hicks
- 2017-18 – Katie Potthoff
- 2017-18 – Lisa Carlson Sprang
- 2018-19 – Joy E. Dell-Aringa
- 2018-19 – Linda Perucca
- 2018-19 – Laura Saran
- 2019-20 – John Budin
- 2019-20 – John Ruff
- 2020-21 – Outstanding Volunteer Award: Upasana Hariram
- 2020-21 – Service Award: Samantha Fonseca
- 2021-22 – Outstanding Volunteer Award: Deborah Schodrof
- 2021-22 – Service Award: Lisa Ruhland
- 2022-23 – Outstanding Volunteer Award: Charolette Browder
- 2022-23 – Service Award: Courtney Gwinn
- 2024-25 – Outstanding Volunteer Award: Charlotte Allen, Molly, Sebnem Karasu, Gary Wills
- 2024-25 – Service Award: Kelli Barth, Gina Ketchmark
Get Involved with CSIFT
Sharpen your leadership skills by joining our leadership team as a board or committee member. Share your knowledge and grow the next generation of food science professionals by volunteering at a CFSF Outreach event and being a mentor. Expand your professional network by attending CSIFT events.
