Management

Agriview Summer 2016

Building Our Future


CAFES Alumni and Friends,


With another successful academic year completed, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on all we have done, together, to move the college forward.

Last year, we finalized and communicated the CAFES Vision: 2015-2020. Since then, leaders from across the college, as well as our advisory council members and other supporters, have worked tirelessly to achieve our collective vision. Below are just a few of these accomplishments.

CAFES graduates will be confident lifelong learners prepared to achieve personal and professional success in a global society.

  • Launched the inaugural CAFES Summer Undergraduate Research Program, providing opportunities for nearly 50 Students to gain valuable research experience.
  • Continued work on several new college facilities - including the Boswell Ag Tech Center - that will enhance student and faculty teaching and research opportunities
  • Developed a minor degree program in Leadership

CAFES will attract and retain exceptional teacher-scholars and staff.

  • Hired 12 new tenure-track faculty, six new lecturers, and seven new staff
  • Hired new faculty that teach across multiple departments

A mutually beneficial relationship will exist among CAFES, industry and the community.

  • Restructured the college and department advisory councils to increase engagement and mutually enhance benefits
  • Hosted more than 200 companies to share college vision and discuss partnership opportunities

CAFES will be globally respected for its visionary leadership, innovation and expertise.

  • Hosted six tours and meetings with U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and California Department of Food and Agriculture officers, as well as hosted a USDA grant-writing webinar
  • Started and/or completed multiple research projects with industry partners

As you can see, together we have accomplished a tremendous amount. It has been my great honor to serve you. I hope you enjoy a wonderful summer with family and friends.


Warmest Regards, 

Andrew J. Thulin | Dean

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