AKIPRESS.COM - In line with the decree signed by the President of Mongolia, Maria E. Fernandez-Gimenez, a citizen of the United States, has been awarded the Polar Star Order of Mongolia.

Chief of Staff of the President's Office Puntsag Tsagaan handed over the award.

Maria E. Fernandez-Gimenez is Professor in the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. She's been awarded for her significant contribution to training experts in animal husbandry in steppes and protection of natural resources in Mongolia.

Tsagaan congratulated Ms. Fernandez-Gimenez on behalf of the President of Mongolia and wished success in her future endeavors.