 What's Been Happening?
Visit our Facebook page for photos and details! This fall we have been busy keeping the tradition alive by providing our students with hands-on learning opportunities in our labs, vineyard, and winery and staying connected with our alumni and industry friends through seminars, field trips, research projects, and other activities. As an alumni or member of the grape and wine industry, you may be interested in learning about several upcoming events and activities. Details are just a click away! |
 Viticulture & Enology Search Update
Continue to visit jobs.csufresno.edu for faculty position openings Did you know that the Department of Viticulture and Enology currently has two faculty positions posted? Stay tuned for updates and announcements regarding candidate visits to be held at Fresno State. |
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 Weekend in the Woods & Winemaker's Dinner
November 4-6 at the Narrow Gauge Inn, the Southern Gateway to Yosemite National Park
Join the Fresno State Winery for a weekend in the mountains and experience the 5-course meal featuring Fresno State wine at the Narrow Gauge Inn. The weekend package is only $125 pp and the Saturday night reception and wine dinner only is only $85 pp. For details, click here. Overnight accommodations are separate and should be made by contacting the Narrow Gauge Inn directly. |
 Viticulture Club Annual Fall Harvest BBQ Tradition
Friday, November 11 at Wolf Lakes, Sanger
Many of you will remember attending the Fresno State Viticulture Club's Annual Fall Harvest BBQ, a popular tradition that brings together students, alumni, and members of our grape and wine industry for an evening of fun and fundraising for the club. This year's 64th annual event will be held on Veteran's Day, Friday, November 11 from 5-11 pm. The event has been a sell-out the past few years so purchase your tickets, reserve a table, or make a donation today! |
 Viticulture & Enology Resume Workshop & Panel
Wednesday, November 30, Department of Viticulture & Enology
We are seeking alumni and industry members to participate in our annual Resume Workshop on November 30. This workshop gives students an opportunity to meet face-to-face with experienced industry members as they review each student's resume. A Q&A panel, where students receive real-world advice on a variety of career-related topics unique to the grape and wine industry is also a popular aspect of this event. Contact Cynthia Wood or click here for details. |
 Employer Registration Open for our Annual Internship & Career Fair
Wednesday, February 8, Department of Viticulture & Enology
Employers are invited to attend our annual Viticulture & Enology Internship & Career Fair on February 8 where they can meet our students and see why Fresno State viticulture and enology graduates are in demand and are well-prepared for careers in the grape and wine industry. Register by November 30 and save! Employer Details and Registration Here |
Where You'll Find Us Next
Look for us at these meetings
November 8: Rootstock, Napa
November 11: Central Coast Grape & Wine Expo, Paso Robles
November 16: Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo, Fresno
January 24-26: Unified Wine & Grape Symposium, Sacramento Booth 935
January 25: Fresno State Alumni & Friends Reunion, Hyatt Regency Sacramento
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 Viticulture & Enology Alumni & Friends Reunion
Wednesday, January 25 at the Hyatt Regency, Sacramento
Co-sponsored by the Viticulture & Enology Alumni
Going to the 2017 Unified Wine & Grape Symposium in Sacramento? You won't want to miss our reunion at the Hyatt Regency on Wednesday evening after the sessions and Exhibit Hall (we will be in booth 935). This popular reunion is attended by alumni, industry friends, our Industry Advisory Board members, and our current faculty and staff. Before dinner, stop by for a glass of Fresno State wine, hors d'oeuvres, and some fun! |
New Viticulture & Enology Faces
Introducing New Instructors on Our 2016 Fall Semester Team
This fall the Department of Viticulture and Enology welcomed several new and talented members to our academic team who are are helping us maintain Fresno State's reputation of offering excellent viticulture and enology instruction to our students. Dr. Eric Person continues to serve as the Interim Chair of the Department of Viticulture and Enology. - Larry Brooks, M.S. Plant Pathology, UC Davis. Teaching Course: Enology 105
- David Hirzel, M.S. Viticulture & Enology and M.S. Agricultural & Environmental Chemistry, U.C. Davis. Teaching Courses: Enology 115 and Enology 199
- William Whalen, B.S. Biology, Fresno State and M.S. Biology, Fresno State (in progress). Teaching Course: Enology 163
- Kelli Williamson, B.S. Enology & B.S. Food Science, Fresno State and M.S. Food Science, Fresno State (in progress). Teaching Course: Enology 15
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