Congratulations to Pamela Sherratt on receiving the 2022-2023 CFAES Distinguished Teaching by a Lecturer Award!
Pam is a Turfgrass Specialist here in the Department of Horticulture and Crop Science (HCS) and has been with us since 1999! She's also an alumnus of HCS, having received her BSc (Honors) in Horticulture from The University of Central Lancashire in England and her MS in Turfgrass Science from The Ohio State University.
Currently she teaches undergraduate courses focused on plant science including: The World of Plants and Sports Turf Management! In Pam's own words "the sports turf management class has supported Columbus City Schools over many years by carrying out hands-on renovation projects on baseball fields."
She also conducts, extension/outreach efforts focused on offering certificate programs for industry professionals, engaging with youth, and promoting the green industry through activities like summer STEM camp, FFA events, Explore Ag activities and Scouts BSA merit badges. Additionally, Pam writes regularly for SportsField Management (a national industry magazine publication) and speaks at events across the U.S. + internationally.
Learn more about all the 2023 CFAES Award Winners!