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David
Rouse Named Interim Head of AU's Fisheries Department
Auburn, Feb. 14---Dr.
David Rouse has been named the interim head of Auburn University's
Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures. He replaces Dr.
John Jensen, who was recently selected to serve as interim head of
the university's College of Agriculture.
"I have personally
worked side by side with Dr. Rouse for 20 years and am confident
that he can lead the diverse and world renown teaching, research and
extension interests of our Department of Fisheries and Allied
Aquacultures," Jensen said. "Dr. Rouse is dedicating
himself to the needs of our citizens throughout Alabama. Through his
leadership and the continuing strong support of our aquaculture,
recreational fishing and conservation partners, we know that
this department will
continue to accomplish greatness."
Rouse is an Auburn
native and holds degrees from Auburn University and Texas A&M
University. He earned a bachelors degree in marine biology from
Auburn in 1971 and a masters degree in fisheries in 1973. He worked
seven years for the state of Alabama in the area of aquatic ecology
before returning to school at Texas A&M to complete his
doctorate in aquaculture.
He has been on faculty
at Auburn since 1981, where he has taught classes and conducted
research on a variety of fish and shellfish.
"I can think of no
greater honor and challenge than to help lead a team of scientists
that have already established an international reputation for their
contributions in areas of aquatic ecology, fisheries management and
aquaculture," he said.
Rouse's specialties
include shrimp, crayfish and oyster aquaculture. His research is
widely recognized and has been presented in more than 75 scientific
meetings and 50 journal publications. He has provided technical
assistance throughout the United States, and to 20 countries around
the world.
Some of his recent
accomplishments include the completion of a two-story marine lab on
Dauphin Island, which will house the departments of mariculture
research and teaching activities.
In 2001 Dr. Rouse was
awarded an Alumni Professorship in recognition for his contributions
to AU's academic programs.
Rouse is married to
Auburn native Cynthia Vestal Rouse. They have four children.
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