Welcome to the second issue of The Morrow

Dear friends of the Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications (ALEC) program,

It is my honor to welcome you to this issue of The Morrow. I am also honored to be named the next dean of the College of ACES, where every student, past and present; every staff and faculty member; and all of our donors and friends help make our mission a reality.

As dean, I am committed to advancing research and scholarship, nurturing ecosystems and communities, making education more accessible and inclusive, spurring economic development, and strengthening our global reputation.

Having been part of the College of ACES for over 30 years, I know effective communication, education, and leadership are vital to everything we do in the college. We need bold leaders to tackle major challenges facing society; leaders who invite diverse perspectives to work toward collaborative, multidisciplinary solutions.

But we’re not in this alone — that’s why I am so pleased to see ALEC’s courses attracting students from across campus (see story on page 28). Just like the leaders it’s training, ALEC has identified an area of need and ably addressed it.

Thank you to the students who make The Morrow possible. You make me proud, and I can’t wait to see what you do next.

Sincerely,

Dean, College of ACES