{"id":181034,"date":"2022-01-24T07:52:59","date_gmt":"2022-01-24T12:52:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/today.uconn.edu\/?p=181034"},"modified":"2022-01-24T08:24:42","modified_gmt":"2022-01-24T13:24:42","slug":"cahnr-honors-former-dean-cameron-faustmans-decades-of-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/today.uconn.edu\/2022\/01\/cahnr-honors-former-dean-cameron-faustmans-decades-of-service\/","title":{"rendered":"CAHNR Honors Former Dean Cameron Faustman\u2019s Decades of Service"},"content":{"rendered":"

The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources<\/a> (CAHNR) recently held a reception honoring former interim dean and professor of animal science, Cameron Faustman, upon his retirement.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo know Cameron Faustman is a true privilege and honor,\u201d says CAHNR Dean and Director, Indrajeet Chaubey. \u201cHis spirit, dedication to our community, and expertise in his field have enriched our College beyond words. We are incredibly grateful to him for his continued support of CAHNR, our students, and the University of Connecticut.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources recently honored professor emeritus and former interim dean, Cameron Faustman, for his decades of service to the College.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
Faustman received a dual Bachelor of Science in agricultural education and natural resources conservation from UConn in 1982.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
As a researcher, Faustman focused on the biochemistry of animal-based food products and issues surrounding food policy and safety.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
During his time as an administrator, Faustman helped the College and University grow in research, teaching, and extension outreach.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
Faustman was known for his jovial spirit and ability to foster a tight-knit community in CAHNR.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
His love of the outdoors extended beyond the lab and classroom.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
Faustman was recognized in 2019 with a Leadership award from the APLU.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
To recognize Faustman\u2019s retirement, he was presented with a custom-made bench from the UConn Forestry Club crafted from a fallen tree in the UConn Forest.<\/div><\/div>\"\"<\/a>
As part of his legacy to the College, Faustman and his wife Carol Faustman established a scholarship for animal science students focusing on food science.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>