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Previously, Armstrong had been a professor of animal science at North Carolina State University, where he also was assistant director of Academic Programs and director of the Agricultural Institute, which awards associate degrees.
While at North Carolina State University, Armstrong twice received awards for outstanding undergraduate teaching. His research focused on the initiation of reproductive cycles in livestock and the resumption of the cycles after the animals have given birth. He received his Ph.D. and master's degrees from North Carolina State University, and his bachelor's degree from Murray State University.
Armstrong replaces Bud Harmon, who had been department head since 1986. Harmon has returned to teaching and research.
Victor Lechtenberg, dean of agriculture at Purdue, said Armstrong brings excitement, as well as outstanding credentials, to the position. "He's enthusiastic, and that enthusiasm for animal sciences is contagious to those around him," Lechtenberg said.
CONTACT: Armstrong, (765) 494-4808; e-mail, jarmstro@ansc.purdue.edu
