University of Saskatchewan College of Agriculture and Bioresources - Leo Kristjanson Atrium

Leo Kristjanson Atrium

This atrium is named in honour of Leo F. Krisjanson, President of the University of Saskatchewan, 1980-1989, who brought the dream of an agricultural sciences complex to fruition. He saw the goal of establishing a Canadian and world centre of agricultural excellence for teaching, research and public service as a continuation of the spirit and determination of Saskatchewan's first pioneers, who endured against many challenges in establishing prairie agriculture. He was convinced that this pioneering spirit could be extended to all aspects of the University's endeavours. In Dr. Kristjanson's words: "In a land of great distances and physical hardship, co-operation, the sense of community, and a mutual regard for the well-being of one's neighbour, created a legacy that enabled its people to write large - to build far greater than circumstances seemed to warrant. Like the pioneers of yesterday, we must continue to plan for a better future - a future where we can continue to write large; a future where co-operation and respect for the dignity of the individual allows all to make their contribution."