The new Dean of the University of Kentucky Gatton College of Agriculture Food and Environment says she wants to build on the legacy of her predecessor.
Dr. Laura Stephenson, who formerly served as Director of Extension, took over as Dean upon the retirement of Dean Nancy Cox January1.
Dean Stephenson says coming home to Kentucky has been great following a career at the University of Tennessee.
Dean Laura Stephenson says she wants to build on the work of Dean Nancy Cox.
She adds new buildings and infrastructure are a second area of focus.
The University of Kentucky Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment oversees cooperative extension services across the state, provides oversight for research efforts through UK, and serves as the chief administrator of programs and instruction on campus in Lexington.
