While visitors were no longer dashing through the snow, it was still like walking in a winter wonderland on Wednesday (Dec. 12) as Texas Tech's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources held its annual Christmas Open House Celebration. Faculty, staff, and friends across campus gathered at the Goddard Building for Christmas goodies from colorful cookies to beefy appetizers. Visitors were welcomed by CASNR's new Dean, William Brown, along with Cindy Akers, Associate Dean for Academic and Student Programs; Michael Ballou, CASNR's Associate Dean for Research; and Jane Piercy, Director of Development and External Relations. As usual the main office featured several decorated Christmas trees, while CASNR's Development and Alumni Relations highlighted Bartholomewe, a terracotta-colored sheep statue in the entry office. From all of us at the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resource, we hope the peace and joy of the season will live in your heart all year long.

CONTACT: William Brown, Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Texas Tech University at (806) 742-2808 or william.f.brown@ttu.edu

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