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BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Bakersfield College obtained a $2 million gift to its agriculture program on Friday from family and friends of Bakersfield College Agriculture school and pig farmer, Billy Barnes.
BC’s management additionally unveiled the “The Billy Barnes Animal Science Institute at Bakersfield College” in the course of the ceremony with future indicators on the entrance of the brand new Animal Science Lab to be situated within the upcoming agriculture constructing to be accomplished in 2024.
“Billy Barnes was a much-loved member of the BC Agriculture family. He was both a pig-farmer and an educator at heart. Throughout his successful career, he was named ‘Pork All-American’ by the National Pork Producers council and went on to become internationally known as a top swine judge. He was a valuable addition to Bakersfield College, passing on his knowledge to students, and also showing his heart and passion for caring for animals and seeing students succeed.”
Kern Community College District Trustee Kay Meek
Barnes attended Bakersfield College after graduating from South High School in 1983. He then transferred to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo earlier than later graduating from Fresno State University in Animal Science. He earned the title “Pork All-American” by the National Pork Producers Council which honored pig farmers below 40 who established themselves as group leaders.
“BC’s Animal Science program will forever benefit from the commitment Billy made to nurturing and growing our program into a state and national leader. With this generous gift from family and friends, Billy’s legacy will remain at the forefront of our program, inspiring generations of farmers who care for others, care for animals, engage in their community through livestock shows and fairs, and most of all, lift one another through kindness and generosity,” mentioned Chancellor of the Kern Community College District Dr. Sonya Christian.
The proposed constructing is ready for the east facet of the campus off the doorway on Mt. Vernon Ave. The three-story 48,2900 gross sq. foot constructing will include laboratories, school rooms, store house, and places of work.
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