July 17, 2026
Congratulations to the University of Minnesota Chapter of the Phi Tau Sigma Honor Society on being named the 2026 Outstanding Chapter of the Year! This marks the third time in six years our chapter has earned the honor, recognizing its continued leadership and service in the field of food science and technology.
We're also proud to celebrate alum Leslie Loehr-Kicklighter, who received the Dr. Kathryn L. Kotula Special Recognition Award from Phi Tau Sigma for her outstanding contributions to the Society and profession.