MGA Professor and Student Recognized at Georgia American Fisheries Society Awards

Dr. Tyler Achatz, a professor in MGA's School of Health & Natural Sciences, received the Georgia American Fisheries Society Professional of the Year Award. This prestigious honor recognizes Dr. Achatz for his outstanding contributions to fisheries sciences through parasitology research, the formation of impactful research partnerships, and his unwavering commitment to student involvement.

The university’s success at the event extended to the student level, as Maggie Young earned 2nd place in the student poster competition.

achatz and maggie with awards and DNR rep

achatz surrounded by his proud students