Collaborating Faculty

Steve Henness

Steven Henness

Dr. Steven Henness is senior evaluator with the University of Missouri Assessment Resource Center.  As an evaluator and applied social scientist, his research interests include experiential learning, entrepreneurial development, and rural community vibrancy, with a focus on social capital within youth and community development programs. Steven has a Ph.D. in Rural Sociology and a graduate certificate in Society & Sustainability from the University of Missouri.

Kelly Wilson

Kelly Wilson

Dr. Kelly Wilson is the associate director for the Center for Regenerative Agriculture. Her interdisciplinary researcher focuses on creating resilient and equitable agriculture and food systems. She conducts participatory research with populations across the agricultural value chain to generate innovative solutions to complex global challenges in food security. Wilson has over a decade of experience working with farmers, communities and extension agents in the U.S. and sub-Saharan Africa.