About Us

The faculty and staff of the School of Agriculture at Southern Illinois University Carbondale are dedicated to helping all students achieve their higher education goals.

Our faculty and instructors are committed to providing a quality educational experience for our students. They serve as teachers, mentors, and resources for student success. 

Our support staff is comprised of hard-working individuals who take care of our farm centers, offices and laboratories, allowing them to be productive spaces where engaged learning can take place.

Together, our faculty and staff comprise an unbeatable team invested in making your educational goals a reality, providing you with personalized support and the highest quality learning experience we can offer.

Our People

Ira Altman, Director
Ninette Jones-Mangrum, Office Administrator
Michael Kraft - Accountant II
Naoufal Lakhssassi - Researcher

Faculty

Advisors

Carol Westerman-Jones: Crop, Soil and Environmental Management 
Kathy Elson: Agricultural Systems & Education
Kaitlyn Kern: Animal Science, Agribusiness Economics