Mentor Recognition Programs


Current Mentor Recognition Funds

Gary Smith, Ph.D.

Gary Smith

A fundraising drive for establishing a mentorship in the name of Gary Smith was started in June 2009.

The funds raised from the mentorship recognition will be used to provide funds for the National 4-H Meat Judging Contest.

If you would like to help recognize Dr. Smith by contributing to the mentor recognition, please make a donation online.

Recognition of a Meat Science Mentor

  • A formalized fully funded Meat Science Mentor Recognition established with the AMSA Development Council will provide the following:
  • Public recognition for the professional accomplishments of a member of AMSA whose contributions to meat sciences have been national/international in scope.
  • Both recognition of and on-going financial support for an area championed by the honoree in the form of an endowment established for a specific purpose. ($25,000 or greater)
  • Recognition of honored individuals and donors in an annual publication of the Association.
  • A plaque presented to the honoree.

Procedures and Polices for Establishing a Mentor Recognition

Frequently Asked Questions about the Mentor Program