CF’s Own Tavis Douglass Wins Prestigious National Teaching Award for Enhancements in Agribusiness Education

Tavis Douglass, an associate professor at the College of Central Florida, has received the Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award from the American Association of Community Colleges. This award recognizes faculty members who support students academically and personally, participate in college committees, and are committed to student success.

Since starting at the College of Central Florida as an adjunct in 2012 and becoming a full-time professor in 2019, Professor Douglass has improved the Agribusiness program. With a background in agricultural management, he has updated the curriculum to include practical learning experiences. At the college’s 103-acre Vintage Farm Campus, he introduced new agricultural techniques like drone technology for crop monitoring and advanced irrigation systems.

During the pandemic, Douglass recorded over 140 lectures to help students learn remotely, maintaining the quality of education. His efforts showed his dedication to education and his ability to adapt under challenging circumstances.

Additionally, Professor Douglass has developed partnerships with local and state agricultural organizations, improving the Agribusiness program's educational offerings. His work with the Florida Farm Bureau has helped promote the program statewide, reaching a broad network of educators and students and emphasizing the importance of state certifications in agriculture.

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