View Ahead – Dean’s Message Stories
The View Ahead – Summer 2019
Sunday, June 9th, 2019
When I’m asked what most distinguishes Purdue Agriculture,
the answer is obvious to me: innovation.
The View Ahead – Fall 2018
Friday, December 14th, 2018
This fall Purdue launched the recognition of our 150th anniversary by celebrating Giant Leaps of discovery and innovation. This focus on anniversaries prompted me to reflect on why they matter. Ultimately, I believe these occasions are about capturing what is both timeless and timely and, most of all, about looking forward. That will be our…
Read More The View Ahead – Spring 2018
Friday, April 27th, 2018
Purdue Agriculture scientists conduct high-impact research in many areas such as muscle development, water quality and on-farm decision-making, to name just a few. This issue of Envision, however, highlights some of the surprising things we’re doing that you may not associate with agriculture. Did you know that more than half of the faculty members in…
Read More The View Ahead – Fall 2017
Wednesday, November 29th, 2017
As many of you know, Jay Akridge was recently named Purdue’s provost and executive vice president for academic affairs and diversity, and I moved into the role of interim dean of the College of Agriculture. I have been with the college since 2010, serving previously as senior associate dean for research and faculty affairs. I…
Read More The View Ahead – Spring 2017
Thursday, May 4th, 2017
In this issue of Envision, you will find news and features about a wide range of topics, from help for farmers in the current economic downturn to research on fungi in Guyana. You will also meet some of our alumni and learn how they are using their Purdue Agriculture education to make a difference in land management practices in large, complex watersheds.
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