From the Dean’s Desk
Cashup Davis Family Endowed Dean
Dr. Wendy Powers is the inaugural Cashup Davis Family Endowed Dean of the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences. Joining CAHNRS on Aug. 15, 2022, Powers embodies the land-grant mission through her collaborative work with agricultural producers and research peers nationwide.
As a scientist, Powers linked research discovery with outreach to the livestock industry, providing knowledge and tools to help producers reduce their environmental impacts while staying competitive and meeting growing consumer demand. She holds a doctorate in animal science and a master’s degree in dairy science from the University of Florida, and a bachelor’s degree in animal science from Cornell University.
Recent Posts
No summer slowdown in CAHNRS
Thanks for the feedback on the photo by my sister that was included in last week’s post. I have passed on the comments to her. She has many nice photos … » More …
All things point up
I had a sister in town last week. She spent the nights outside, looking up for the Milky Way. Haze and clouds made it difficult to snag the perfect shot, … » More …
Exciting future
Congratulations to the horticulture department for its success in receiving a new faculty member through the Office of the Provost’s cluster hire program! Lisa DeVetter and Stephen Ficklin proposed … » More …
Congratulations, students!
Congratulations to our graduates and the faculty and families who provided support along the way! Nancy Deringer and I had fun distributing diploma jackets while many CAHNRS faculty hooded … » More …
Congratulations to our graduates
Last week ended with great weather and a great trip to tour agriculture in the Columbia Basin. Thanks so much to Karen Lewis and the broader Columbia Basin … » More …
Putting it in perspective
It is hard to believe we are less than two weeks from spring commencement! There is much to do between now and then with banquets and student recognition events … » More …
Appreciation
This week I wrap up annual review conversations with chairs and directors. I’m inspired by the accomplishments of the departments and units and their leaders. In general, the challenges and … » More …
Spring blooms
Success is blooming this April. As of last week, we have 337 CAHNRS students who have applied for graduation. Of those students, 146 have a cumulative GPA of ≥ 3.5! … » More …