Message from the Dean
Welcome to the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. We invite you to visit us at any time – in person or through this site. We have a distinct mission and history within CASNR. For more than 80 years, teaching has been and continues to be our hallmark.
With six academic departments, the International Textile Center, and several research centers and institutes, we’re preparing society-ready graduates with the ability to think creatively and analytically while also providing discoveries on current and emerging agricultural and natural resources research that have state, regional, national and global impacts. Indeed, CASNR is one of the leading colleges in the United States with programs awarding 13 baccalaureate, 14 masters and seven Ph.D. degrees in agricultural sciences and natural resources disciplines.
Our world is increasingly shaped by science and technology. As you explore our Web site, you’ll find a remarkable community of faculty that is moving beyond the laboratory to develop practical applications that enrich lives of all of us. We’re committed to achieving extraordinary results. So, I invite you to explore our campus, experience our academic community and share the excitement we have in looking toward the future. Meanwhile, please browse our Web pages for information on all aspects of the college’s six departments and the activities of its students, faculty and staff. If you are in the Lubbock area, the CASNR Agricultural Recruiting and Career Center staff can offer information and tours. We welcome your interest.
Dr. John M. Burns
Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources