Chair/Director
Candidate Open Forums
April 12 and April 19
Seminar Presentations will be held from 1:00 - 2:00 pm in the Viticulture and Enology Building, second floor Conference Room at Fresno State on April 12 and April 19.
Meet the Candidate Receptions will also be held for each candidate at 5:00 pm in the Fresno State Winery, Enology Building on April 12 and April 19. |
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Fresno State Grape Day on August 10, 2010
Mark your calendars to attend Fresno State Grape Day on Tuesday, August 10th!
Grape Day is an informal field day for growers, pest control advisors, winery personnel and individuals interested in learning more about grape growing and winemaking. It is held every other year and showcases Fresno State's viticulture and enology research and educational programs.
Grape Day will begin at 7:30 am at the viticulture and enology facilities on campus and will include vineyard, lab and winery tours, as well as presentations by faculty, staff, students, and industry partners.
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Fundraisers
Supporting Fresno State Viticulture & Enology
Viticulture & Enology Alumni's
June 6, 2010
Central California's Most Prestigious Wine Event & Wine Auction
San Joaquin Valley Winemakers
May 21, 2010
Supporting Viticulture & Enology Students |
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Meet the Candidates to fill our Chair/Director position
 Alumni, friends, and members of the grape and wine industry are welcome to attend the following open forums on the Fresno State campus featuring two candidates who have been selected by the Search Committee to fill the Chair and Director position for the Department of Viticulture and Enology and the Viticulture and Enology Research Center.
Monday, April 12: Dr. Peter Cousins, USDA/ARS NY
Seminar Presentation: Fresno in the Vanguard: Viticulture and Enology Teaching and Research for California and Beyond
Monday, April 19: Dr. James Kennedy, Australian Wine Research Institute
Seminar Presentation: Fresno State Department of Viticulture and Enology: My Vision for the Future
See side-bar for presentation and reception times and locations.
Off-campus guests attending the presentations and/or receptions on April 12 and/or April 19 may obtain a complimentary parking coupon code to park in any yellow or green lot on campus. The parking code is listed on the Department of Viticulture and Enology's web site.
Links to brief candidate bios are also available on the Department of Viticulture and Enology website.
Comments may be submitted in writing via email to Dr. Roy Thornton, Search Committee Chair by noon on April 22. |
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Vino Italiano! at the Fresno State Winery on April 15
 The essense of Italy comes to California State University, Fresno every spring when the Vino Italiano! wine tasting celebrates Fresno State Winery's student-made, award-winning Italian varietals.
The tasting will be held on April 15 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at the Fresno State Winery, and is open to individuals 21 and older with a valid ID. The Fresno State Winery is located at 2369 E. Barstow Avenue, between Cedar and Maple, in Fresno.
Taste our 2008 Muscat Canelli, 2006 Zinfandel, 2008 Pinot Gris, 2006 and 2008 Sangiovese, the 2008 Barbera, and enjoy a special barrel tasting. Light hors d'oeuvres, including Fresno State's award-winning olive oil and ice cream samples, will also be available. All guests will receive a commemorative Fresno State Winery glass and plate with paid admission.
- General Public: $15 each, payable at the door
- Fresno State students, staff, faculty, & alumni with ID: $10 each
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Class of 2010 Dinner Celebration on May 20
 On May 20, the Department of Viticulture and Enology will hold its annual dinner celebration to recognize this year's graduating class of 2010.
The dinner is conveniently held the evening before the Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology's Convocation Ceremony, so families and friends can join the festivities.
Alumni and industry friends are also invited to attend the dinner and help us toast to the newest group of viticulturists and winemakers from Fresno State!
Fresno State's Viticulture and Enology Gazebo and Lawn Area
2360 E. Barstow Avenue, between Cedar and Maple, Fresno
Thursday, May 20, 2010
5:30 pm Social and Hors d'oeuvres
6:30 pm Dinner by Grand Occasions, featuring Fresno State wine*
The cost to attend or sponsor a student dinner is only $25 each.
Each year, our graduates receive complimentary dinners and we also offer a discount to our viticulture and enology students who wish to attend. These discounts are made possible because of the generous support we receive from organizations and individuals.
2010 Sponsor Acknowledgements
The Viticulture and Enology Alumni Association and the San Joaquin Valley Winemakers are among the growing list of sponsors. Their continued support of this event is appreciated.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you would like to make a donation to help sponsor our graduates and students, please contact Cynthia Wood or complete the reservation form.
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