Global Partnerships: ACES grad students work towards food security through fellowship program
Four exceptional graduate students from the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) have received funding to conduct doctoral research related to food security in a developing country, in collaboration with an International Agricultural Research Center, as part of the ACES Global Food Security Fellowship program.
Congratulations to the 2024 ACES International Food Security Fellows, whose projects, partners, and mentors are listed below:
Faculty receive funding for new projects in Kenya, Mexico, Sierra Leone, and UK
Four faculty from the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) have received funding to further their international work through the longstanding ACES International Seed Grant program, facilitated by the Office of International Programs.
ACE academic advisor participates in U. of I.’s Staff Global Exchange Program
Chaya Sandler’s return from Kyushu University in Fukuoka, Japan, brought with it an abundance of experiences, stories, and knowledge to share back on campus. Her trip, which was sponsored by a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign program meant to enhance global competencies among staff and foster global engagement, was nothing short of enriching.
ACES students among top global contenders in agribusiness challenge
A team of undergraduate students from the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics, part of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, competed at the International Food and Agribusiness Management Association (IFAMA) 2024 Venture Building Challenge on Nov. 14–15.
Four ACES undergraduates selected to work with faculty on international food and nutritional security projects
Through the innovative Global Food Security Internship program, selected undergraduates in the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) are working with faculty mentors on specific projects towards global food and nutrition security in low- and middle-income countries.
ACES hosts delegation from Argentina’s Córdoba province
A delegation representing Argentina’s Córdoba province visited the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign on Nov. 6 as part of a tour to learn how industry, government, and start-ups interact in the U.S. university ecosystem.
Symposium explores food systems for humans and wildlife
Food systems for humans and wildlife was the theme of a symposium held Oct. 17-18 at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The annual symposium focuses on a particular aspect of international food security each year.
ACES appoints Arends-Kuenning as associate dean for international programs
The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has named Professor Mary Arends-Kuenning as the associate dean for international programs. This decision follows a period of careful evaluation of her leadership and contributions while serving as acting and interim associate dean since October 2021.
Saving lives and limbs: ACES team advocates for agricultural machine safety around the world
Using data collected on agricultural machine-related injuries in Pakistan, a team from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is advocating for a safer work environment for farmers around the world.
Just two machines, the fodder cutter and the thresher, were together responsible for 79% of the agricultural machine-related injuries reported in two Pakistani provinces during 2022-2023, many of which caused amputations, according to a study that is detailed in Safety 2024.
Policy experts visit campus to discuss Indian agrifood policies towards food security
A renowned expert on Indian policy visited the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in October to join discussions on how to best repurpose policies for a sustainable and nutritious future in the world’s most populous country.