The 2024 Student Outreach Program was a success with 20 students able to participate from 10 different universities. Students enjoyed a Welcome & Farewell Gathering, a special Breakout Session and they also participated in the regular Conference events which included a Beyond the Basics Program, Supplier Show, Technical Presentations, and had numerous networking opportunities.
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Dennis L. Zak Ph.D. Memorial Education Award
Dr. Zak encouraged curiosity in the sciences but especially in food science and confections. This Award seeks to recognize a junior, senior or graduate level participant in the PMCA Student Outreach Program at the Annual Production Conference. The award includes a $1000 Stipend and a commemorative gift – an art piece entitled “Rainforest.” It represents the many exciting global experiences and pathways that Dennis’ Food Science career took him and that continue to be available to students today.
The 2024 recipient of the Dennis L. Zak Memorial Education Award is Taelie Kennedy a graduate student at the Utah State University.
