KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY - Key Persons
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- Associate Dean of Academic Programs
Associate Dean Moser returned to the College of Agriculture in April 2020 with a strong public- and private-sector track record. In his current role, he oversees and coordinates the college's programs and activities that support undergraduate education, retention and recruitment.
From 2014-2020, Dr. Moser served as president of Angus Genetics, Inc. and director of performance programs for the American Angus Association. During that time, he oversaw a 300% increase in genomic testing while leading educational efforts for the 20K-member organization. Earlier, Moser was an award-winning faculty member at K-State's Department of Animal Science and Industry from 1999-2014 and held a similar position at the University of Nebraska from 1997-1999.
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- Assistant Dean / Student Recruitment
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- Executive Assistant to the Dean
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- Assistant Dean
- Director
- Diversity Programs Office Staff Member
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- Eldon Gideon Dean, College of Agriculture / Director, K - State Research and Extension
As director for Extension, Dr. Hadley leads this educational organization dedicated to delivering objective, science-based information to people throughout Kansas. Extension agents and specialists live and work in all 105 counties of the state providing access to face-to-face and online education to help people better address problems and take advantage of opportunities to improve their lives and livelihoods.
Dr. Hadley is responsible for developing and implementing the overall strategy of K-State Research and Extension and serves as an associate professor of Agricultural Economics. Before coming to Kansas State, Dr. Hadley was an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin - River Falls and an extension farm management specialist at the University of Wisconsin - Extension from 2002 to 2011.
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- Eldon Gideon Dean, College of Agriculture / Director, K - State Research and Extension
- State University 's College of Agriculture and Director
Ernie Minton serves as dean of Kansas State University's College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension. In this role, he is focused on advancing the college's agriculture legacy as one of the nation's top academic programs, and K-State's Research and Extension's mission through research, outreach, engagement and economic development.
Prior to being named dean in 2019, Minton spent 25 years as a faculty member for the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry at K-State and was recognized as one of the world's top 2% of scientists within his field, according to a 2020 Stanford University study. Starting in 2008, Minton began serving in administrative roles, including as associate dean for research and graduate programs and associate director for the Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station.
During Minton's tenure as dean, the College of Agriculture has been ranked in the top 10 nationally by two different independent assessments.
Minton is actively involved in the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, which is a reflection of his deep personal belief in the mission of the land-grant university system and the opportunity it offers for advancing the public good. Minton serves as chair elect for APLU's Board on Agricultural Assembly Policy Board of Directors.
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- Associate Dean, Director for Research and Graduate Studies
- Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies / Director for Research
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- Student Programs Coordinator
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- Diversity Programs Office Staff Member
- Undergraduate Assistant
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- Diversity Programs Office Staff Member
- Graduate Assistant
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- Coordinator of Recruitment and Events
Nicodemus Educational Camp is a summer youth residential camp for students grades 5 - 10. Campers have the chance to have fun and learn about Kansas' rich history and agriculture.
The program was created to provide participants with an educational experience, through K-State College of Agriculture, and outdoor experiential activities they might not otherwise get.
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- Associate Dean, International Agricultural Programs
Associate Dean Lilja administers and provides leadership and vision for the development and implementation of effective science-based international programs in agriculture. Before joining K-State in 2008, she spent 12 years working for the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). She was stationed in West Africa and Latin America, and she has led and evaluated global agricultural research projects aimed at food security and poverty alleviation.
A professor in Agricultural Economics, Associate Dean Lilja served nationally as chair and executive council member of the International Agriculture Section of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities.
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- Diversity Programs Office Staff Member
- Graduate Assistant
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- Diversity Programs Office Staff Member
- Office Coordinator
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- Administration
- Senior Executive Administrator to the Dean / Director / College of Agriculture