PAUL O. STRATTON SCHOLARSHIP

Paul Stratton was born and raised on a sheep ranch near Rawlins. After receiving his bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Wyoming, Paul managed the ranch (Divide Sheep Company) from 1947 to 1949. After the great blizzard of 1949, Paul decided his future lay in academics. A master’s degree from the University of Wyoming and a doctorate from Minnesota prepared him to serve as a University of Wyoming animal science faculty member from 1952 until 1958, after which he was promoted to department head. He faithfully led the department for 20 years and was named assistant director of programs for the Cooperative Extension Service in 1978. His June 1983 retirement ended 30 years of outstanding service to the university and state. Paul resided in Laramie until his death in 1986.