The Association of 1890 Research Directors (ARD) is the federation of the nineteen (19) autonomous 1890 land grant universities that provides coordination of research initiatives among member 1890 Institutions in cooperation with federal, state and private partners.
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The ARD is integrally involved in creating a society where all people have opportunities for wholesome living and learning through responsible pursuits of their goals and aspirations. To accomplish this, the food and agricultural research mission of the ARD is to:
Primary attention is given to a broad-based research agenda and institutions' capabilities in targeted areas that address the needs of all people in society but in particular, those who are socio-economically deprived.
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- Director of Extension and Associate Dean, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT. - Extension Associate in Aquaculture / Fisheries at UAPB’s Fish Health Lab in Lonoke, AR
School of Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff:
- Assistant Professor for Agricultural Engineering (2 Positions)
- Extension Assistant Specialist - Facilities Manager