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Marc A. Johnson

b. 1948

University president and agricultural economist

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About Marc A. Johnson

Born 1948. Marc A. Johnson is an American agricultural economist, university teacher and academic administrator.

Marc Anton Johnson (born June 20, 1948) is an American agricultural economist and academic administrator. He became the 16th president of the University of Nevada, Reno on April 16, 2011, after his predecessor Milton Glick died while in office.

Early life and education Johnson was raised on a family farm near Wichita, Kansas. He earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Emporia State University, Master of Technology in International Development from North Carolina State University, Master of Economics from Michigan State University, and a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Michigan State University.

Career Johnson served as dean of the Colorado State University College of Agricultural Sciences and Kansas State University College of Agriculture. Johnson joined the faculty of the University of Nevada, Reno in June 2008 as vice president and provost.

On October 31, 2019, it was announced that Johnson step down as president on June 30, 2020, and transition to a position in the UNR College of Business. However, it was delayed until Brian Sandoval succeeded him as president on October 5, 2020.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Agricultural economist, university teacher, academic administrator
Nationality
Education
Emporia State University, North Carolina State University, Michigan State University, PhD
Employers
Colorado State University, Kansas State University, Oklahoma State University, University of Nevada, Reno
Also known as
Marc Johnson, Marc A Johnson, Marc Anton Johnson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Marc A. Johnson?

university president and agricultural economist

When was Marc A. Johnson born?

Marc A. Johnson was born on 20 June 1948 in Wichita.

What is Marc A. Johnson's occupation?

Marc A. Johnson is an agricultural economist, university teacher and academic administrator.

What nationality is Marc A. Johnson?

Marc A. Johnson is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marc A. Johnson

· Wikidata: Q62506792

· DBpedia: Marc Johnson (academic)

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