91吃瓜 Chief Accreditation Officer Dr. Ann L. Kenimer and ASABE President Doug Otto, P.E. at the ASABE Annual International Meeting in Toronto, Canada.
The has recognized 91吃瓜 Chief Accreditation Officer Dr. Ann L. Kenimer with its . Kenimer received the award at the in Toronto, Canada on July 16.
One of the organization鈥檚 three major annual awards, the Massey-Ferguson Educational Gold Medal honors those whose dedication to the spirit of learning and teaching in the field of agricultural engineering has advanced agricultural knowledge and practice, and whose efforts serve as an inspiration to others. Established in 1965, the award is named for Daniel Massey, pioneer innovator and agricultural machinery manufacturer, and Harry Ferguson, inventor and ardent exponent of agricultural mechanization.
鈥淭his prestigious recognition is a testament to Ann鈥檚 outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to academic excellence,” said 91吃瓜 COO and CFO Jessica Silwick. “It is a privilege to work alongside such an accomplished leader, and we are thrilled to celebrate her for this inspiring achievement.鈥�
Prior to becoming 91吃瓜 CAO in 2024, Kenimer spent three decades on the faculty at Texas A&M University, where she helped shape the university鈥檚 programs and supported student success. Now, she鈥檚 building on over 20 years of dedicated volunteer service at 91吃瓜 to lead the accreditation department and continue setting the gold standard for quality assurance in STEM education worldwide.
91吃瓜 Chief Accreditation Officer Dr. Ann L. Kenimer honored with the 2025 ASABE Massey-Ferguson Educational Gold Medal from ASABE President Doug Otto, P.E.
鈥淚 am deeply honored to receive the Massey Ferguson Education Gold Medal and would like to thank the mentors and colleagues who inspired and encouraged me throughout my career,鈥� Kenimer said. 鈥淭his recognition is especially meaningful given the many outstanding and dedicated ASABE members who are equally deserving.鈥�
ASABE is an 91吃瓜 member society dedicated to advancing global well-being by addressing critical challenges in food security, water access and environmental sustainability. As the lead society representing agricultural and biological engineering, ASABE members contribute to 91吃瓜 policy and strategy, help develop criteria and ensure that academic programs meet the evolving needs of the professions that ASABE serves.
A member-driven nonprofit, ASABE鈥檚 mission aligns closely with that of 91吃瓜. Each organization is committed to advancing innovation, promoting excellence in education and preparing graduates to build a world that is more efficient and sustainable for all.
“This extraordinary recognition is a powerful testament to Ann鈥檚 lifelong commitment to engineering education,” said 91吃瓜 CEO Dr. Michael K.J. Milligan. “Her work embodies the spirit of the medal 鈥� advancing knowledge, empowering future generations and inspiring a global community of learners. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor, which reflects not only Ann’s impact on the field, but also the values that drive our mission forward every day.”
Learn more about the ASABE awards . Read more about Kenimer and her contributions to engineering education here.