In this conversation, Emeritus Professor Joseph Cech discusses his career at the University of California at Davis, including important persons and events that shaped his interests and scholarship, how he came to the Davis campus and his experiences, relationships and accomplishments as a member of the University and the local community. Name: Joseph J Cech Interviewer: Peter B Moyle Date Interviewed: 5/15/14 Date Appointed: 1975 Date Retired: 2007 Department(s): Wildlife and Fisheries Biology