A Message From the Dean

Greetings, CALSNR Colleagues and Friends,

 

I’m proud to share with you the second issue of Roots & Ranges, a publication that highlights our college’s impacts and recognizes the extraordinary people who make things happen at the College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR).

This year’s edition is filled with stories of incredible young people doing incredible things. From launching entrepreneurial ventures to conducting groundbreaking research, Wyoming youth are taking what they learn and applying it to real-world challenges. Their curiosity and innovation, nurtured by our exceptional educators, inspires action.

Like Wyoming’s landscapes, our college provides learning pathways where inherent challenges create unique opportunities. Our programs vary in disciplinary focus, but all are experiential, career-focused, and deeply relevant to the workforce needs of Wyoming communities. CALSNR students engage in hands-on learning and collaborative research across a wide range of fields—from exploring livestock health and sustainable food systems to advancing conservation, public health, and even NASA missions.

In every program, strong faculty mentorship and interdisciplinary connections equip our students with the skills to tackle complex challenges and lead with purpose. Many CALSNR students go on to serve right here in Wyoming, contributing to the health of our communities, the strength of our economy, the resilience of our wildlife, and the stewardship of our natural resources. Others become trailblazers in national and international arenas, shaping industries, leading cutting-edge research, and informing policy.

While campus life and laboratories sometimes seem distant from everyday concerns, CALSNR remains close to home. The research we conduct and the education we provide are grounded in Wyoming realities. True to our land-grant mission, our teaching, research, and extension efforts support the success and resilience of communities across Wyoming.
As you read through this issue, I hope you’ll feel a sense of pride in the work being done here and excitement for what lies ahead. Thank you for being part of the CALSNR family, and for your continued support of our mission and our people.

Warm regards,
Kelly Crane