Administrative Associate
Sretenka Srdic is currently serving as an Administrative Associate at CSU Spur, which is her first job since moving to the United States in 2017. Before joining CSU Spur, she worked as an Assistant Professor at the University of Banja Luka in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where she earned her Ph.D. in Agriculture. Sretenka has accumulated extensive knowledge and expertise in higher education and research over a span of 12 years. Her research focuses on soil, plant production, irrigation, and climate resilience, including work in open field and greenhouse settings. Sretenka’s active participation in projects funded by the EU and former Yugoslavia countries, as well as her leadership and liaison roles, have provided her with significant experience in project proposals, funding, and experimental work. Her passion for education and research has led her to become a utility player at the CSU Spur campus, assisting various administrative structures and procedures.
Sretenka obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Engineering, specializing in Soil and Water Resources Management from the University of Belgrade in Serbia, while her Master’s degree in Land and Water Resources Management was earned from CIHEAM, Mediterranean Agronomic Institute (Bari), Italy. She is fluent in Serbian, English, and Italian languages. Sretenka currently resides in Lakewood with her family, her husband, and her twin sons. When on vacation, her favorite activity is traveling the world and exploring new places, cultures, and historical sites.
Additionally, she enjoys hiking and spending time in the stunning mountains of Colorado, which evoke memories of her homeland.
