Copeland "Cope" Newbern, Jr. (deceased)
- Graduated from University of Florida, BSA, 1933
- Established first VoAg Dept. in Hernando County, FL
- Served as Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board in Jacksonville, FL
- Founded several companies: Newbern Groves, Inc., Fancy Fresh Farms, Quality Tire, B & N Egg Farm
- Member of Florida Citrus Commission
- Member of the University of Florida Foundation Board
- UF/IFAS Share Council
- Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
- UF Distinguished Alumni Award
- Died Oct. 29, 2005