The head is expected to provide vision, leadership, and administration in support of the land-grant missions of teaching, research and Extension; work closely with faculty and staff to set departmental priorities and allocate resources; advocate for the department within the university, state, region and nation as well as internationally; cultivate an environment that encourages excellence; promote opportunities for and be committed to interdisciplinary research, teaching, and Extension; identify and obtain additional resources for the department; and support an environment of respect among faculty, staff, and students.
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