Robert Saxton Joins IFLR as Instructor & Academic Specialist

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Join us in welcoming our newest faculty member. Robert Saxton will teach our undergraduate course in food law this summer, and a brand new course on USDA-FSIS food law in the fall.

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Introducing Robert Saxton, Instructor & Academic Specialist

Michigan State University’s Institute for Food Laws and Regulations (IFLR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Saxton to the position of full-time instructor, effective summer semester 2024. In this role, Saxton will work closely with the existing team to drive forward IFLR’s mission of providing online graduate-level training in food laws and regulations to industry professionals and regulators.

Saxton brings a wealth of teaching expertise to the position. He is an attorney and a teacher, with over 25 years experience teaching advanced science in Michigan high schools. He joins IFLR to apply teaching best practices that maximize adult student learning and outcomes.

"We are thrilled to welcome our newest addition to the IFLR team. Robert brings both legal knowledge and teaching experience to the table. We look forward to benefiting from his fresh perspective on students’ learning needs and our curricula,” said Neal Fortin, Director, IFLR.

Please join us in congratulating Robert Saxton on his new role as an IFLR instructor. We are confident that his expertise will contribute to the continued success of IFLR and its commitment to excellence in online food law education.

About IFLR:

The Institute for Food Laws and Regulations (IFLR) at Michigan State University offers food law courses taught online by an international network of food science, academic, and legal professionals, who understand the complex nature of food laws and how they impact the flow of food and agricultural products across national boundaries.

Our graduate-level courses are fully accredited and are designed for food industry professionals and regulators. Students may take as few or as many courses as they desire. Students may earn a "Certificate in International Food Law" or "Certificate in United States Food Law" after completing twelve qualifying credits (usually four courses).

For inquiries, please contact:

Andrea Besley, abesley@msu.edu

 

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