Faculty Member
I am an Earth scientist that is interested in fundamental and applied questions related to active tectonics, geomorphology, and interactions between tectonics, humans, and landscapes. Active tectonics and geologic hazards are exciting research areas. Equally exciting to me is realizing that today we are living in what could be thought of as the Anthropocene. We humans are now moving earth materials at rates comparable to that of global tectonics! Our imprint on the active landscape of Earth is expanding and we need to make smart decisions leading to societal sustainability. Which is one of many reasons why we need more students to be broadly trained as Earth Scientists (geologists, environmental scientists, geographers, etc.). I am interested in mentoring students on projects related to geomorphology, tectonics, geologic hazards, GIS/remote sensing, and urban geography. Please stop by my office or make an appointment to talk to me more about these issues.
Major: Geological Sciences
Major: Geological Sciences
Major: Geology
Advanced Geographic Information Systems, Spring 2024
Independent Study, Spring 2024
Introduction to Geology PP, Spring 2024
Urban Geography WE, Spring 2024
I was awarded a sabbatical for Earthquake Geology research and collaborations for the 2018-2019 academic year.
2014-2015 Dean's Award for Scholarship in the College of Science and Health at UVU.
Graduate Teaching Fellowship for working with K-12 STEM Education, sponsored by the NSF and ASU's Engineering Program
A graduate scholarship for research for scientists from diverse backgrounds awarded by the Geological Society of America.
Award for graduate scholarship in Quaternary Geology from the School of Earth and Space Exploration at Arizona State University.
Integrative Graduated Education and Research Training Fellowship providing full tuition and fees and a stipend for four years of my PhD 2006-2011.