Several recent grant awards have meant significant funding for CFANS scientists
The first three CFANS Grants were announced in early August. The grants, which are aimed at increasing the college’s research capacity in the areas of environment; the biobased economy; and crops, food animals and human health, are for $100,000 each; an additional $100,000 each is expected to be awarded for the projects’ second years.
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Jay Bell named associate dean for academics and faculty
Jay Bell, a professor in the Department of Soil, Water and Climate, is the new associate dean for academic programs and faculty affairs. more

Former Gopher star funds new CFANS scholarship Quincy Lewis, who starred on the basketball court for the Golden Gophers and later in the NBA, is funding a permanent scholarship at CFANS, targeted to students of color enrolled in Lewis’ major: natural resources and environmental studies. more

CFANS student crowned Princess Kay
Ann Marie Miron is Princess Kay of the Milky Way for 2007-08. She was crowned at ceremonies at the Minnesota State Fair. more

Peter Reich named Regents Professor
Peter Reich, a professor in the Department of Forest Resources, is now a Regents Professor of the University of Minnesota. The Regents Professorship is the University’s highest recognition for faculty excellence and includes the top one percent of faculty. more

Siehl Prize will return; winner named in March
Since it was first awarded in 1994, the Siehl Prize for Excellence in Agriculture has recognized 15 outstanding individuals and businesses for leadership and exceptional accomplishments in agriculture. more