College of Agricultural Sciences Oregon State University August 2008
Academic Report for 2007-2008 College of Agricultural Sciences Oregon State University August 2008 Introduction This report to the provost from the College of Agricultural Sciences makes no attempt to provide comprehensive documentation of the many activities and accomplishments of our faculty, staff, and students. Instead, in each of the categories specified by the provost, it offers examples of the kinds of work going on and the consequences for students, stakeholders, Oregon residents, and others. Because so much of the College’s work is long-term, any report like this is necessarily a snapshot at a point in time. Some programs we report here were part of last year’s report and may well be a part of next year’s as well. Dean retires, interim dean assumes leadership Surrounded by colleagues, family and friends, Thayne Dutson, the College’s long-time dean, retired on June 30, 2008. He continues to serve the University as he and Bill Boggess, interim dean, transition leadership of the University’s largest college. Dutson continues as director of Sun Grant Western Region. Candidates for the Sun Grant position interviewed in July, 2008. New unit leaders The College of Agricultural Sciences benefits from the skills and input of three newly-hired unit leaders: • Susan Capalbo, department head, Agricultural and Resource Economics, formerly of Montana State University. • Craig Marcus, department head, Environmental and Molecular Toxicology, formerly of the University of New Mexico. • Peter Shearer, superintendent, Mid-Columbia Agricultural Research and Extension Center, formerly of Rutgers University. Shearer will assume his post in August 2008. 2007-2008 highlights Programmatic achievements Embracing multiple approaches to student engagement and success The College of Agricultural Sciences embraces multiple approaches to student success, and provides co- curricular activities that engage, inform, and educate.
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