Susan A. Henry
The Ronald P. Lynch
Dean of Agriculture
and Life Sciences
eCALSconnect - Vol. 13-4 / June 2007
Message from the Dean
A Thoughtful and Committed Citizenry
Those of us who are here every day are constantly reminded of change. We see the Life Sciences Technology Building taking form . . . soon, we will celebrate the opening of a beautifully renovated Mann Library. . . . an entire wing is gone from Martha Van . . . and a new green space is being created in front of Bailey Hall.
But, much as we need them, CALS is not defined by buildings. Our presence is known by our commitment to our mission, the reach of our ideas and scholarly aspirations, and our impact at home and abroad.
And our reasons for being here — to develop leaders and improve lives — have never changed, though the scope of our activities has grown exponentially.
President David Skorton, in his commencement address two weeks ago, asked us to consider our international reach. He offered his vision for a university-driven “Marshall Plan” for the underdeveloped world. He is calling upon Cornell and other major universities to take a concerted role in capacity-building to counter human suffering and political instability.
Featured photo
photo/Andy Leed
Tulips display their blazing colors in a CALS greenhouse. See more photos from around the College.
Features
- Dean’s Awards Reception honors faculty, students, and staff
- Over 175 guests enjoyed a reception and program honoring outstanding students, faculty, and staff.
- Plant Breeding and Genetics celebrates centennial
- Department to host symposium and recognize the transformative contributions made by many over the years.
- Horticulture students tour Costa Rica
- Students and professors traveled to Costa Rica during Spring Break and toured plant production facilities.
- Mann Library to host new café
- Local and sustainable are the key words for the café opening this summer in the renovated library.
- Program Council conference addresses New York’s research funding needs
- Researchers, faculty, extension educators, policy makers, and stakeholders work to establish funding priorities.
- CALS greenhouses under new management
- As of July 1, the management of CALS greenhouses is consolidated under CUAES.
Other features in this issue
- To mow or not to mow? New management practices for Newman Meadow
- Noted wine journalist speaks at the Lee Library in Geneva
- CaRDI launches publications, seminars, and trainings focused on community development issues