Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion
Mission Statement
The mission of the Office of Diversity is to continually foster an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences. Our efforts will support these goals through action, outreach, and accountability. The fundamental belief that all faculty, staff and students deserve a chance to be successful within our College will guide our efforts.
A Message from Dean Cox
The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is committed to a diverse and inclusive college where all members feel valued through our programs, policies, and services. Diversity is a driving force in our service to stakeholders in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. We foster a welcoming environment where diversity is valued and all individuals can fulfill their highest potential by integrating different ideas, beliefs and cultures. All members of our college are united by their commitment to the pursuit of diversity as it is outlined explicitly in the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment’s Strategic Plan. A commitment to diversity is essential to enhance the quality of decision making, problem solving and innovation. As Dean, I view the respect of diversity as the cornerstone of all our actions as we shape a more productive college, commonwealth, and nation.
Dean Nancy Cox, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
College Diversity & Inclusion Officers
Dr. Mia Farrell
Assistant Dean and Director for Diversity
S101A Ag Science Center North, Lexington KY 40546
859-218-4800
antomia.farrell@uky.edu
Dr. Vanessa Jackson
CAFE Director of Faculty Diversity & Inclusiveness
317 Erickson Hall, Lexington KY 40546
859-257-7633
vanessa.jackson@uky.edu
Kendriana Price
Acting Assistant Director of Diversity
Inclusion & Diversity Program Coordinator
305 Charles E. Barnhart Building, Lexington KY 40546
859-218-4880
kendriana.price@uky.edu
For more information regarding the Agriculture, Food and Environments stance on Diversity and Inclusion, visit their website here: https://diversity.ca.uky.edu/