Hall of Fame Nominations
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2010 Hall of Fame inductees
R. Kirby Barrick
With a well-versed background in Agricultural Education, Barrick has excelled in each position he has held. Upon graduating from Ohio State in 1970, he went on to earn his Master of Science as well as his Doctor of Philosophy, both in Agricultural Education. Barrick’s resume is filled with honors and awards that demonstrate his knowledge and work ethic. Currently the Dean of College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at the University of Florida, Barrick is widely recognized as an eminent scholar in agricultural education. Among the numerous awards and recognitions Barrick has received throughout his career, he will be part of the Fulbright Specialists Program from 2009 until 2013, was given the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Ohio State College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences in 2005, and received the Russell Guin Outstanding Agricultural Educator award from the American Association of Agricultural Education in 2004.
Barrick’s devotion to the Fraternity has been evident in his participation over the years. He served as Beta Chapter Adviser for seven years and also served on the Beta House Corporation Board of Trustees for over 20 years.
On a national level, Barrick has served on the Board of Directors where he has held the titles of Grand President and Executive Vice President. Barrick acted as National Adviser Coordinator for ten years, conducting 20 adviser forums during that time. He also was active in the Century Two Capital Campaign from 2003 to 2005. These and the many other roles he has played in National AGR show his dedication and commitment to ensuring the values and ideals of the Fraternity.
Barrick’s efforts have been awarded through several recognitions including being named Outstanding Chapter Adviser in 1984, receiving the Outstanding Alumni Service Award in 1986 and being named an AGR Brother of the Century. His lifelong dedication and service to the real estate and agriculture industries have qualified his recognition for the Alpha Gamma Rho Hall of Fame.
Jack Brown
With a well-versed background in Agriculture and Real Estate, Brown has been successful in many fields including finance, real estate, accounting, systems and legal. After graduating from North Dakota State in 1960, he went on to earn his master’s degree in Agricultural Economics. During his career, Brown worked to form an Agricultural Corporation called Federal National Mortgage Corporation, also known as Farmer Mac, a sister company of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. The corporation was approved by the U.S. Congress and is currently still on the New York Stock Exchange. Brown retired in December 2000.
Brown’s devotion to the Fraternity has been clear in his participation over the years. He was a member of the Heritage Club and the Sayre Allocation Committee, and he also served as director of the Educational Foundation. As Chairman for the Chapter House Loan Fund Board of Trustees,
Brown attended and participated in a week-long trial where the Fund was sued over a housing matter, a case which AGR ultimately won.Brown’s efforts have been awarded through several recognitions including receiving the Outstanding Alumnus Epsilon Chapter in 2002 and being named an AGR Brother of the Century. His lifelong dedication and service to the real estate and agriculture industries have qualified his recognition for the Alpha Gamma Rho Hall of Fame.
With a well-versed background in Agronomy and print media, Johnson has succeeded in increasing advertising revenues and circulation, developing sales and marketing materials, and establishing communications strategies after graduating from North Dakota State in 1968. Since graduating, Johnson has worked for a number of agricultural publications, a public affairs firm and for the past seven years, the United States Department of Agriculture. Currently he is Senior Advisor to the Under Secretary of USDA Rural Development.
Johnson’s dedication to Alpha Gamma Rho emanates through his numerous leadership roles. For eight years, he was Sponsor Chair and Career Days Chair for the Chicago Alumni Chapter and in 1988 was awarded the Chicago AGR Man of the Year award. In addition to many other positions held within the organization, Johnson is a former Regional Vice President of AGR, served on the National Board of Directors for six years, and was Grand President of Alpha Gamma Rho from 1992 until 1994. In 1993 he was inducted to the Epsilon Chapter Hall of Fame. Johnson was also named an AGR Brother of the Century in 2004. His lifelong dedication to the Fraternity and outstanding service to the agriculture publication industry have qualified his recognition for the Alpha Gamma Rho Hall of Fame.
Paul S. Weller Jr.
With a well-versed background in Agricultural Education and public relations, Weller has been a registered lobbyist and public affairs executive for more than 35 years. Since graduating from University of Maryland in 1960, Weller has held a variety of positions within the Public Relations field. In 1982, he established Agri/Washington, a full-service public affairs firm with headquarters in Washington, D.C. The organization offers a unique combination of experience in food and agricultural communications, government relations, conference and association management and business development services.
His commitment to Alpha Gamma Rho has been prominent through his work as board member and President of Alpha Theta Alumni Board, as board member and President of both the Chicago and Washington D.C. Alumni Chapters, as well as his involvement as the Chairman for the Education Foundation of AGR. Weller’s connection to the Fraternity has remained strong over the years with his continued support and assistance with numerous fundraising campaigns and help coordinating photos and compiling stories for the AGR 100th Anniversary book.
Weller’s accomplishments have been recognized through numerous awards and recognitions including being recognized as a Distinguished Graduate of the University of Maryland’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, receiving an honorary American Farmer Degree from FFA, and being named AGR’s Brother of the Century. His lifelong dedication to the Fraternity and outstanding service to the agricultural industry have qualified his recognition for the Alpha Gamma Rho Hall of Fame.