Welcome to Mike Proctor who was appointed assistant dean in the College of
Agriculture and Life Sciences, effective January 17, along with a faculty
appointment as an associate specialist in the college's School of Natural
Resources. He will take leadership in managing CALS external affairs,
including public policy and legislative issues, strategic initiatives for
the college, and relationships with industry and community contacts in rural
and urban Arizona. He will also be involved in the planning and development
of CALS statewide resources and facilities. These efforts will support CALS
teaching, research and Cooperative Extension programs.
The Navajo County Cooperative Extension Office has officially moved and
their new mailing address is PO Box 668, Holbrook, AZ 86025-0668 and their
new shipping address is 100 E. Carter Lane, So. Hwy 77 & St. Hwy. 377,
Holbrook, AZ, 86025. Phone and fax numbers will stay the same.
I am pleased to announce the successful applicants of the Jim & Shirley
O'Brien Diversity Endowment: 1) Jorge Fonseca, "Understanding the Hispanic
Workforce in Agriculture: An Extension Publication for Agricultural
Employers Who Seek Maximum Productivity At Work"; 2) Billye Foster/Teresa
Noon, "An Evening of Inspiration for Women in Agriculture Life Sciences"; 3)
Mitch McClaran, "A Showcase of Promising Scientists in Natural Resources";
and 4) Stephen Russell, "Understanding and Supporting Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and Transgender Youth." Congratulations to everyone!
UPCOMING DATES:
February 18: Arizona Agriculture Extension Association 2005 Winter
Professional Improvement meeting will be held from 8:30-3:30 at the Karsten
Turf Facility, 2010 E. Roger Road, Tucson. Dr. Colin Kaltenbach will be on
the program. Registration deadline is February 11. For registration and
agenda information see http://ag.arizona.edu/aaea.