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Dr. Joseph W. Alexander, DVM, (1947) is an American educator from the U.S. state of Oklahoma. He served as the Oklahoma Secretary of Science and Technology under Governor of Oklahoma Brad Henry, having been appointed by Henry in 2004 and leaving the post in 2011.

In addition to his service to Governor Henry, Alexander is also the President of the Oklahoma State University's Center for Innovation and Economic Development.

Early life

Alexander earned by bachelor's degree in animal science from the University of Arizona, a doctors degree in veterinary science from Colorado State University, and a master's degree in educational administration and supervision from the University of Tennessee. After finishing his education, Alexander moved to Oklahoma where he became a professor of veterinary medicine at Oklahoma State University (OSU). In 1985, Alexander was promoted as the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine for OSU. He would remain in that position for the next sixteen years.

In 2001, Alexander was selected as the Interim Vice-president for Research and External Relations for OSU. He served in that capacity until 2003 when he was appointed to the dual position of Director of External and Legislative Affairs and President of the Center for Innovation and Economic Development.

Secretary of Science

Following the election of Democrat Brad Henry in the 2002 Oklahoma gubernatorial election, Alexander served as a member of Henry's transition team.

In 2004, Governor Henry appointed Alexander as his Secretary of Science and Technology. As the Secretary, Alexander oversees all efforts by the State government to use science and technology to improve government and to better serve the citizens of Oklahoma. In particular, Alexander works with the Secretary of Commerce and Tourism to promote economic development throughout the State. As Secretary, Alexander has primary supervision over the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology.

References

1. Office of Governor Henry (January 23, 2004). "Governor Henry Names Alexander to Science and Tech Post". State of Oklahoma. Archived from the original on February 25, 2012.

External links

• Oklahoma Governor's Cabinet

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v t e Cabinet of Governor of Oklahoma Brad Henry (2003–11)
Cabinet
Secretary of Agriculture	Terry Peach (2003–11)
Secretary of Commerce and Tourism	Kathy Taylor (2003–06) Natalie Shirley (2006–11)
Secretary of Education	Vacant (2003–11)
Secretary of Energy	David Fleischaker (2003–08) Bobby Wegener (2008–11)
Secretary of the Environment	Miles Tolbert (2003–08) J.D. Strong (2008–11)
Secretary of Finance and Revenue	Scott Meacham (2003–11)
Secretary of Health	Tom Adelson (2003–04) Terry Cline (2004–07) Mike Crutcher (2007–09) Terri L. White (2009–11)
Secretary of Human Resources and Administration	Oscar B. Jackson Jr. (2003–11)
Secretary of Human Services	Howard Hendrick (2003–11)
Secretary of the Military	Harry M. Wyatt III (2003–09) Myles Deering (2009–11)
Secretary of Safety and Security	Bob Ricks (2003–04) Kevin L. Ward (2004–11)
Secretary of Science and Technology	Joseph W. Alexander (2004–11)
Secretary of Transportation	Phil Tomlinson (2003–09) Gary Ridley (2009–11)
Secretary of Veterans Affairs	Norman Lamb (2003–11)

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