Ruth DeFries has been named a Distinguished University Professor by the University. An academic honor of the highest distinction, this title is awarded to a limited number of UMD’s most accomplished professors.
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Ruth DeFries has been named a Distinguished University Professor by the University. An academic honor of the highest distinction, this title is awarded to a limited number of UMD’s most accomplished professors.