The University of Vermont announced the appointment of Fitzroy B “Roy” Beckford, PhD, as associate dean and director of UVM Extension in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS). “I am delighted to welcome Dr. Beckford to the UVM and UVM Extension communities,” said UVM President Suresh Garimella. “I believe deeply in Extension’s value to the state and its ability to help UVM fulfill its land-grant mission. Dr. Beckford’s leadership, experience and integrated approach will strengthen this, while aligning seamlessly with the Amplifying Our Impact vision.”

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