Indrajeet Chaubey Reappointed Dean of UConn’s College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
- In his role, the Indian American also serves as director of the Connecticut Cooperative Extension System and the Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station.
The University of Connecticut has reappointed Indrajeet Chaubey to a second five-year term as dean of its College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR) and the Ratcliffe Hicks School of Agriculture. During his first term, the Indian American “oversaw record growth at CAHNR in research, academics, and extension engagement,” UConn said.
In his role as CAHNR dean, he also serves as director of the Connecticut Cooperative Extension System and the Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station.
According to UConn Provost Anne D’Alleva, Chaubey’s “leadership has been characterized by significant achievements that align closely with the College’s mission and the broader goals of UConn.” She said she’s “confident: in his “ability to continue to lead CAHNR with distinction and foresight.”
Chaubey joined UConn in 2019 after serving in several leadership positions at Purdue University. During his first term, he led CAHNR to significant growth across mission areas. Since then he has led the College’s efforts to develop and implement a strategic vision based on CAHNR’s strengths in the areas of sustainable agriculture; human, animal, and environmental health; climate change adaptation and resilience; diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice; and sustainable landscapes at the urban-rural interface.
“As I reflect on the past term, I am inspired by the incredible progress the College has made internally and with our external partners,” says Chaubey. “I am committed to continuing to foster an environment of collaboration, innovation, and growth, that enables our students to thrive, our research to break boundaries, and our community engagement to make a meaningful impact. I am immensely proud to be part of such an extraordinary team.”
In addition to his administrative roles, he is an internationally recognized researcher in the field of ecohydrology and nonpoint source pollution. His research has focused on the lack of clean water in many parts of the world. Simulation models and tools that he has developed help guide policy and decision-makers, watershed managers, conservation specialists, and farmers.