Dr. and Mrs. John C. Cornwell

Dr. Cornwell, a native of Chester County, SC, received his BS degree in Animal Science from Clemson University and his MS and PhD degrees in Animal Science from Louisiana State University. He came to NC State in 1978 as an Assistant Professor in Animal Science. Promoted through the ranks, he also served as Undergraduate Coordinator and Coordinator of Advising in Animal Science and during his last ten years before retiring in 2007, he served as Associate Director of Academic Programs and Director of the Agricultural Institute. He was instrumental in the development of the horse teaching programs and the development of the Equine Educational Unit. He was nominated to the NC State Academic of Outstanding Teachers in 1981 and has been honored with several teaching awards including the Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor Award and the Board of Governors Teaching Award of Excellence.