Moving on, but not far away

By Randy Woodson, Glenn W. Sample Dean of Agriculture

Starting May 1, I will no longer be dean of Purdue Agriculture. It is with mixed emotions that I move across campus and assume the role of provost at Purdue University.

I have absolutely loved being dean of this college. The commitment of our faculty and staff to the college, to our students and to our constituents is a key factor in the tremendous success that we enjoy as an academic organization.

I look forward to the opportunities to continue to serve agriculture in my new role and to help guide the continued progress of our university as we push toward higher goals and expectations.

Jay Akridge, professor of agricultural economics, has agreed to serve as interim dean of Purdue Agriculture.  His leadership skills, management experience and vision will be extremely valuable to the College, and he will do a tremendous job of keeping the college on a positive course while a national search for the next dean is underway.

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