Greetings from the Dean

Promoting diversity of ethnicity, gender, and culture remains a critical goal of the College of Agriculture at the University of Kentucky. While we have made significant strides in our diversity efforts, our mission is ongoing. Much remains to be done in several areas, as documented in our Diversity Task Force Report. To help sustain and enhance our currents efforts, we formed the College Diversity Advisory Committee. Under the leadership of the newly appointed Assistant Dean of Diversity, Quentin Tyler, this committee will be charged with developing an Action Plan for the College. I am confident this committee will develop a plan for our College that encompasses action, outreach, and accountability. Creating an environment that fosters diversity remains at the forefront of our goals. We are fortunate for the accomplishments we have made thus far, but we are excited about the goals we are striving for in the future.

M. Scott Smith, Dean, College of Agriculture

Greetings from the Assistant Dean

As Assistant Dean and Director, my goal and vision for the University of Kentucky’s College of Agriculture Office of Diversity is to position the College of Agriculture to be nationally recognized for its efforts in strengthening workplace diversity, recruiting and retaining a diverse student body, building cultural competency, and most importantly serving as a resource for faculty, staff, and students within the units of the College of Agriculture as it seeks to enhance our land grant mission of teaching, research, and extension. Having made relationships in Agriculture across the state, I understand the importance of diversity within our college.  I look forward to establishing the Office of Diversity as a symbol of excellence that best serves our constituents and assists them in reaching their dreams through efforts in education, service, scholarship, and leadership. It is through these efforts that I strive to provide enrichment on the importance of diversity within our work, educational and social environments.

Quentin R. Tyler, Assistant Dean of Diversity, College of Agriculture