Volume 38, Number 1 • January 2003 In This Issue Nelson Mandela Addresses the Durban IGU Regional Conference elson Mandela, former prime minister of South Africa, Nobel Peace Prize recipient N and noted statesperson, addressed the open- ing session of the Durban, South Africa IGU Regional Conference on 4 August 2002. Mandela From the Meridian ...... 2 visited the conference to receive the IGU’s Planet President’s Column ...... 3 and Humanity Medal. His largely spontaneous Grants & Awards ...... 10 remarks, transcribed below, were welcomed Grants & Competitions...... 12 warmly by the audience, which responded with a Quarter Century ...... 13 prolonged standing ovation. Members of Note ...... 15 “Madame President of the International Geo- Necrology ...... 16 graphical Union, esteemed members of the Inter- Mandela Specialty Group News ...... 17 national Geographical Union, international visi- New Appointments...... 17 tors, distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen. uncertainty of not knowing where and in what con- New Members...... 19 My grandchildren, including Dr. Ben Ngubane, the dition one would be when the event comes around Award Deadlines ...... 20 Minister of Arts, Culture, Science, and Technology, at last. Employed people and those in office can Jobs in Geography...... 22 and Mike Sutcliffe there, keep reminding me that I never imagine how chaotically unscheduled the lives have now lost power and influence and that I Books Received...... 38 are of those who find themselves in the idleness of should remain with my grandchildren. I hope they retirement and pension. We are very happy that out Events ...... 39 will revise their opinion after this occasion, because of that chaos, our office could contrive to have us a man who has lost power and influ- here, at this most prestigious event and occasion. ence cannot be honoured by such I am a simple country boy, and I remain an organization! astounded and overawed by the awards and honors It is with a special sense of humil- that people for some incomprehensible reason ity that we stand here to receive the decide to bestow upon us. A colleague of mine Planet and Humanity Medal. We are often asks me how it is that I remember so distinct- aware of how much correspondence ly people I have met, days on which events have and intervention it took to finally occurred, and the details of occurrences. My con- secure our presence here this after- sistent and truthful reply to him is the following: I noon. We need to indicate that the am a simple country boy, unacquainted with all of effort it entailed to finally conclude these marvellous and strange things of the world. the discussions about our participa- Every time I encounter people, things and events, tion had nothing to do with an they remain indelibly stuck on my overawed mind. unwillingness to accept this presti- I left the country in April 1941, and many people gious award, or with an attitude of may wonder why I call myself still a country boy. playing “hard to get,” as the colloqui- But although I left the country in 1941, the country Saint Louis Cathedral, Jackson al saying goes. We ourselves, as well has not left me. This visit will be such an occasion Square. Visit Jackson Square in as our office, long ago indicated to that I will never be able to forget, and it is further- the heart of the French Quarter, our Minister of Arts, Culture, Sci- more an occasion that takes me back to concrete a former military parade ence, and Technology, that we memories of, and present-day knowledge about my grounds and marketplace that is would be extremely honoured to now home to numerous artists origins as a country boy. who work and display there. receive the award. But the vagaries When I go to the place and area of my birth, so Photo courtesy of Martha A. of leaving official office and having often as I do, the changed geography of the place Works, Portland State University. to establish a home as an unem- strikes me with a force that I cannot escape. And ployed pensioner contributed to the Continued on page 6

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AAG Newsletter Executive Director Emeritus: of the Association of American A Tribute to Ron Abler Geographers major chapter in the history of the organizing and managing multiple publica- AAG is drawing to a close this tions, meetings, and external relationships Douglas Richardson, Publisher A month, with the departure of Ron with those in government, other disciplines, the growing private sector of geography, Amy Jo Woodruff, Abler as one of its longest-serving execu- Director of Publications tive directors. During the past six months, and our many sister organizations. As the central office staffing and technology Heather M. Baker, Editor Ron has been gradually disengaging from many functions at the AAG, and I have requirements change so do the management Megan D. Nortrup, and technical challenges of the organiza- Editorial Assistant gradually been assuming some of these—a process of leadership mitosis tion’s leadership. While AAG Voice 202-234-1450 that will result in this case guarding traditions, Ron has AAG Fax 202-234-2744 not in a cloning, but in an been prescient in initiating [email protected] evolution of the directorship change to address these www.aag.org that in many ways will areas as well. And with con- closely resemble the past, genital good humor, he has USPS 987-380 ISSN 0275-3995 yet still permit new possibil- steadfastly navigated the ities. As this process of tran- inevitable occasional storm The AAG Newsletter ISSN 0275-3995 sition completes its course at or intemperate squall, is published monthly by the Associa- the AAG this month, I’d like always keeping the AAG tion of American Geographers, 1710 to pause to acknowledge in moving forward and on 16th Street NW, Washington, DC these pages the obvious, course throughout. 20009-3198. The cost of an annual which is the tremendous To me, one of Ron’s Richardson subscription is $25.00 The subscrip- contribution that Ron has most significant but per- tion price is included in the annual made to geography and the AAG over the haps less well understood long-term dues of the Association. Not available past thirteen years of his tenure as execu- accomplishments as executive director has to non-members. Periodicals postage tive director. been to promote and sustain the breadth, paid in Washington, DC. All news We as geographers have had the great unity, and diversity of geography in the items and letters, including job listings, good fortune for over a decade to have United States during a decade of rapid should be sent to the Editor at the had as our mate, leader, colleague, media- change. Geography remains today one of address below. tor, slave, and visionary an extraordinarily the few disciplines that can meaningfully explore, within the tradition of a single All Newsletter materials must talented, hard-working, and committed friend in Ron Abler. Though I have count- discipline, essential questions of how the arrive at the Association office by the ed Ron as a personal friend for many natural sciences, social sciences, and the 1st of the month preceding the month years, the unexpected circumstance of humanities can interact and inform one of the publication. This includes job working jointly and closely with him for another in the search for knowledge, listings. Material will be published on the past year and a half has been a rare explanation, and understanding through a space available basis and at the dis- and wonderful experience, one of those concerted intellectual activity. In part cretion of the editorial staff. pleasures in life made all the more so by because my own past work, intellectual When your address changes, please virtue of its unplanned and otherwise interests, and on-going sources of fascina- notify the Association office immediate- unanticipated occurrence. Ron has been tion with geography span so many sub- ly. Six weeks notice is necessary to everything one could hope for in a col- fields, I share with Ron a particularly insure uninterrupted delivery of AAG league: mentor, help-mate, co-strategist, strong commitment to ensuring that our publications. To assist the AAG office in intellectual sounding board, and friend. efforts at the AAG sustain vibrant per- your address change, include the address Few of our members are in a position to spectives and adherents from across the label with your change of address. fully appreciate the sheer amount of work full breadth of the discipline. As a result of Postmaster: Send address changes involved in serving as executive director. these traditions, we in geography are in a to AAG Newsletter, 1710 16th Street For years Ron has successfully juggled the unique position to contribute to the NW, Washington, DC 20009-3198, or many competing demands of 7,000 mem- increased emphasis on integrative ap- [email protected]. bers, the torrential rain of e-mail that falls proaches to science and the arts. This is a upon the AAG, and the complex tasks of Continued on page 5

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Transitions . . .

s we begin a new year and begin to a unique opportunity to continue to build Cutter, and Michael Goodchild are exam- close in on our 2004 Centennial Cel- our reputation in various aspects of the ples of geographers leading the way in this A ebration I want to reflect briefly on a infosphere, virtual worlds, and cybergeog- regard, but there are others that deserve few transitions that will affect the Associ- raphy; yet if we are not careful we will such recognition as well. Geography must ation of American Geographers (AAG). loose our centrality relative to these also have a regular presence at the AAAS In particular, I would like to focus on tran- emerging areas to other disciplines. and other such forums rather than partici- sitions in leadership and changes in direc- In a related context, in his recent Annals pating on a more limited basis. tions the Association may take. article B.L. Turner II (92:1, p. 63) stated Geographers must continue to The new year brings with it a new that questions about human-environmen- strengthen support for the discipline by Executive Director for our organization. tal relationships have been elevated the NSF, NASA, NGS, DOD, and related For more than 13 years, Ron Abler per- throughout the academy and the government agencies as well as private formed an outstanding job as Executive public at large, and that geography has foundations. Doug has been a real advo- Director of the AAG. During Ron’s tenure been recognized as possessing unusual cate (with Ron Abler) in this regard, and our organization’s membership grew and strengths in human-environmental sci- Tom Baerwald as well as others at NSF, its influence increased on numerous ence. At the same time, there are calls for have been strong supporters of geogra- fronts. New partnerships were developed a geographic information science and phers who have submitted cutting edge with various federal agencies, and geogra- earth system science, which are matched research proposals. phy’s national and international presence by calls for remote sensing science, as well Finally, as we approach our Centennial, increased significantly. Ron helped spear- as human-environmental science. It is how it may be appropriate to consider chang- head projects like the NASA-funded we as geographers, and in my particular ing our name—when Susan Cutter was Global Change in Local Places Project case, how, as a geographer interested in President she proposed changing our that furthered the AAG and geography, remote sensing, GIScience, and rural sus- name to the Association for the Advance- and which continue to have impact on the tainability I react to these emerging ment of Geography. The reaction of our discipline today. And, several new Ph.D. ‘sciences,’ and how well the discipline membership to this proposal has been programs were developed with his strong continues to integrate these various sci- mixed. At the same time, in my tour of support. Very deservedly, the AAG Coun- ences, that at least in part, will influence regional meetings this fall many members cil voted unanimously in Los Angeles to geography and the role geographers will seemed to think changing the name to the name the AAG Honors Service Award the play in understanding future worlds. American Association of Geographers or Ronald F. Abler Honors for Distinguished At the same time, we must be more the American Association for Geography, Service. Ron, on behalf of a grateful active in debates that relate to national has merit. Truly, when you look at the organization, we thank you for your and international policy. We should cer- AAG today, we are certainly more than many, many contributions to the AAG! tainly be at the forefront in the data stan- the Association of American Geographers, Effective 1 January 2003, Douglas B. dards and access discussions, but we also but are we ready for change that more Richardson stepped in as our Executive need to position ourselves so that our accurately reflects our organization? I Director. Doug is exactly the right person opinions are sought out by the media on welcome your thoughts on any name to take over as our Executive Director at issues related to globalization and interna- change and its implications. this time in our history. He is very sensi- tional security. The efforts of Doug As our organization faces these tive to the strong academic tradition in Richardson and others to organize the changes, it is an exciting time to be a our association, and at the same time, he “Mapping the News” conference last Fall geographer. I hope that as a discipline and offers a new and important perspective on in Washington, DC, and to coordinate as an association, we will seize these the future of the AAG and our discipline. the development of a new book on the opportunities and keep geography central As we begin our 99th year as an organ- Geographical Dimensions of Terrorism (with to emerging sciences. I thank Ron Abler ization, the AAG and our discipline must Tom Wilbanks and Susan Cutter) are again for his role as our Executive Director further position ourselves to play a more important steps in this direction. and for leading the organization to this significant role in national and interna- Then, too, we need to raise the visibil- point in its history, and I urge each of you tional debates and to take advantage of ity and influence of geography with to support Doug Richardson as we work emerging opportunities on a variety of groups such as the National Academy of through this important time in our Associ- fronts. As I mentioned in an earlier col- Sciences (NAS), the AAAS, and other ation’s history. ■ umn, we must leverage the explosive national forums that recognize and growth in new geographic technologies respect the input of people from our M. Duane Nellis for the benefit of the discipline. We have discipline. People like Billie Turner, Susan [email protected]

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Tips for the Uninitiated on Mardi Gras and the Bead Economy

or many, Louisiana Mardi Gras is works—only the uncool go to great cups colorfully printed with the parade’s about New Orleans’s numerous lav- lengths for lame beads, and for truly great name and theme)—remember, in most of F ish parades. Luckily, this year’s AAG beads there are no limits. New Orleans you can drink alcoholic bev- meeting is timed to coincide with the con- erages on the streets, so go cups are a very clusion of days (or weeks) of revelry. For handy thing to have. Kids (who you’ll see those who have never witnessed it, I (a perched atop ladders to better reach the foreigner here myself) offer a brief guide, beads) often get stuffed animals. The Zulu one which I hope will act also as an parade (begun in 1901 as the first African- encouragement for geographers to take American krewe and parade) is famous for part in these truly Louisianan festivities. its decorated coconuts (plastic ones are Unlike most parades, the Mardi Gras thrown, real ones are handed out—if parades in New Orleans run both during you’re lucky), and the Krewe du Jieux (a the day and night. Not the kind of Rose Jewish sub-krewe of the Krewe du Vieux) Parade just-sit-and-watch events, Mardi is famous for its coveted decorated bagels. Gras parades are about interaction between Parades start long before Fat Tuesday the riders (organized into “krewes”), and itself, so here’s a list of some of the parades the crowds on the streets (and balconies), that you might like to attend. Most of particularly through the throwing and these routes basically follow St. Charles catching of brightly colored plastic beads. Avenue to the edge of the French Quarter, Riders spend hundreds (or even literally but check a web site or Mardi Gras Guide thousands) of dollars buying different kinds (available in any store in New Orleans) for of beads (and other “throws”) to toss to the DeLyser details and accurate route maps. crowds along the parade route, and parade • Wednesday, 26 February, Muses watchers may go to great lengths to get the Beads, in general, are valued by a famil- (a three-year-old all-women parade) best beads. While it’s not true that women iar formula favoring length (of the strand of beginning at 6:45 have to “flash” in order to get good beads, beads) and diameter (of the individual • Thursday, 27 February, Babylon some do choose to do so (as do some men), beads). Prize strands command both length at 5:45 and Chaos at 6:30 and some (men and women) may kiss the and diameter, like the one-inch diameter • Friday, 28 February, Hermes and Krewe krewe members. Most though just crowd pearls in strands falling below the knees. de Etat at 6 and 6:30 respectively along the sides of the floats holding arms Since the Mardi Gras colors are purple, • Saturday, 1 March, Endymion at 4:15 outstretched begging for loot, yelling the green, and gold, some great strands feature • Sunday, 2 March, Mid-City at 1:30 traditional cry “Throw me something, all three colors, with beads of different sizes and Bacchus at 5:15 mister!,” or more specific variants like on one strand. Further, any truly unusual • Monday, 3 March, Proteus at 5:15 “Long ones,” “Red ones,” or just the abbre- strand is highly sought after—especially and Orpheus at 6:30 viated, “Beads!” “medallion beads” where a multi-colored • Tuesday, 4 March, Zulu (an African- If you’ve never experienced what plastic medallion (sometimes quite heavy) American parade with riders in Louisianans call “bead lust,” you may think is attached to the strand and features the black face) at 8:30 a.m. and Rex (the it strange that children and adults will go theme of the krewe (like the Zulu medal- King of parades) at 10 a.m. to such tremendous lengths for plastic lions from the Zulu parade), or, even (if beads. Just watch a parade and see if you you’re lucky), the theme of one particular There are many other parades in New are sufficiently puritanical to keep bead float (like the albino alligator known as the Orleans I have not listed, but these are lust at bay—I’ve seen even the prudish “Baccha-gator” from the Bacchus parade). some of the highlights. Remember that the smitten, and watched mild-mannered Of course, it’s not only about beads: start time represents the time at the begin- geographers transformed into full-fledged other popular “throws” include “dou- ning of the route: since parades are several “bead whores.” But when you do get bloons” (colorful aluminum coins stamped miles long it may take hours to reach the involved, you’ll want to know a bit about with the parade’s name and theme, often other end. A fast walker can easily beat a how the Louisiana “bead economy” quite elaborate), and “go cups” (plastic parade from end to end (and get a lot of

4 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 38, Number 1 beads in the process). In addition to elabo- to learn and hone the skills needed to earn are at fever pitch throughout the week rate floats, each parade has its own history, great bead wealth. Saturday morning will leading up to Fat Tuesday. And, though but general things to watch for include the see Baton Rouge’s Spanish Town parade (in Tuesday is Mardi Gras itself, parades and “Flambeax” (originally African-American the eponymous neighborhood near the partying almost all wind up at midnight marchers whose huge torches helped light state capitol), a much more raucous event (that’s terribly, terribly early by Louisiana the night-time parade routes, today they filled with political spoofs and sexual standards) when the New Orleans P.D.— carry gas-powered torches, while they humor (often together). If you’re interested in cars and on horseback—push through dance and interact with the crowds) and in attending Spanish Town, contact me and the streets of the French Quarter blaring the Mardi Gras Indians (more often seen I’ll tell you which side of which float I’ll be the message, “Mardi Gras is over. Please between parades, they trace their history to riding on there so I can throw you some clear the streets” thus ushering in the the Native Americans who aided run-away choice beads, like the Spanish Town signa- Lenten season of (relative) abstinence. slaves—today the Mardi Gras Indians wear ture beads: a shocking pink strand featuring However you choose to indulge, the elaborate costumes emblazoned with thou- a pink flamingo wearing black fedora, black folks in New Orleans, in rural Louisiana, sands of feathers and beads). sunglasses, and black bow tie. and especially at the Department of Geog- While any place along the parade routes Still, Mardi Gras isn’t only about raphy and Anthropology at Louisiana State is potentially a good place to stand, people beads and parades. You might want to University welcome you. And me personal- do have different strategies for getting the drive to one of the rural towns where ly, I wish you great bead wealth. ■ most and the best beads. Some go early, to “traditional Mardi Gras” is celebrated. In Dydia DeLyser the beginning of the route, before krewe the teensy weensy towns of Iota and Louisiana State University members have run out of anything. Others Mamou, locals make early-morning [email protected] stand at the end of the parade, where krewe rounds of everybody’s houses collecting members will dump everything they have ingredients for the traditional communal left so they don’t have to carry it home. gumbo; then later they unleash chickens Neither strategy assures great “bead in the streets and mounted riders (who wealth” (that is more a function of bead are by then likely also drunken riders) Continued from page 2 lust), but if you stand anywhere along St. chase them through town while hun- Charles Avenue you’re pretty well guaran- dreds line the streets watching the hunt. tradition that we would be ill advised teed, whether you emerge wealthy or not, The chickens run the streets on Tuesday to jettison at a time when the rest of to have a good time. afternoon. In Mamou there’s also a rodeo the world is just beginning to appre- For those who really want to arrive on Saturday and Sunday, as well as a ciate its significance. early, I’ll be riding in this year’s Muses street dance on Monday evening. The Perhaps it was dwelling on the parade (an all-women parade). I’ll certainly small town of Eunice holds a parade at importance of traditions entwined be looking for any geographers, and if you 3 p.m. on Tuesday, and a kid’s Mardi Gras with innovation that moved me to have a sign saying “geography” or “Dydia” I Courir on Sunday 2 March at 9 a.m. such great emotion when, during the can almost guarantee you one of the Muses There’s also a great deal of dancing (and last meeting of the AAG Council, Ron was honored as “Executive signature beads: each year there is a differ- this is the traditional home of cajun and Director Emeritus.” I hope this desig- ent 3-dimensional “shoe” medallion bead zydeco, so these street dances are fabu- nation will be one more thread link- (the style of the shoe is kept secret until lous) and locals dressed in special tradi- ing Ron to the AAG in the years the parade itself). Just e-mail me at tional costumes made from brightly ahead, and that we can tug on that [email protected] that you’re interested and I’ll colored rags with pointy hats obscuring string from time to time for advice, tell you which side of which float I’ll be on. their faces dance through the streets knowledge, or guidance. And if we I also have it on the authority of Juana or on stages set up for the occasion. It’s are particularly lucky, we’ll have the Ibañez of University of New Orleans, that well worth the drive (about 100 miles pleasure of many more of those glim- anyone with a “geography” sign at the Mid- from New Orleans). If you have children mering Abler insights, delivered over City parade will be rewarded. with you it’s lots of fun for them too (as a glass of wine, with the rascal’s wry But Mardi Gras doesn’t just take place in are all the Mardi Gras festivities), and humor, the bard’s eloquence, and the New Orleans. On Friday night around anyone present is likely to be shown how “gravitas of the emeritus.” ■ seven, Baton Rouge holds its annual “South to dance. Doug Richardson Downs parade” in a small suburban neigh- So if you’re interested in enjoying the [email protected] borhood near LSU. It’s a family oriented Mardi Gras revelry, plan on arriving parade (nobody flashes), and a good place before Tuesday, for parades and parties

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Continued from page 1 know the conditions, but for me twenty- to the veld to relieve themselves. They have that geography is not one of mere land- seven years of prison life was sufficient to nothing to clean themselves so they use scapes and topography, it is the geography make me forget about the living conditions grass and then their fingers are soiled. With of the people. Where once there were trees of my people. I then asked the question, soiled hands, without washing because and even forests, we now see barrenness. I “Don’t you boil it before you use it?” They there is no water, they go and handle food. can no longer walk those distances, but all exclaimed simultaneously, “Boil it with Bread, sandwiches, hard mealie pap, meat, until a few years ago, I would traverse the what? Look up, right up to the horizon, fruit, and in that way cholera spreads.” And miles of land I knew as a child and young there is not a single tree. We have no elec- then Professor Asmal said, “What we want is man, and one was saddened at the poverty tricity. With what must we boil it? We use the installation of water in all the schools. of the people–poverty lived out in the cow dung, and that gives more smoke than And it’s going to cost a lot of money.” Well, geography of the place. It is the geography heat.” I felt humiliated because I should I have written to the businessman to say this of women and young people, walking miles never have asked that question, but I did. is what the man who knows this field thinks and miles to find the paltriest pieces of The alternatives seem clear: use what they we should do. No schools, no new schools, wood for fire to cook a mealie meal and to have and suffer the consequences. And the no new clinics, but water for the schools keep a shelter warm. consequences were and remain cholera and that are there, because that will go a long The trees and forests were destroyed other environmentally induced diseases. way in preventing cholera. exactly because our people were so depend- On the ninth of May I was in New York These conditions I have seen repeated ent upon them as sources of energy. And in and I met one of the most powerful busi- all over our country, our continent, and turn, people are today cold and in want of nessmen in the world, who has supported the developing world. energy for cooking, cleaning, and basic us in the past, and built a school and a We accept the honour you bestow upon comforts because the trees and forests are clinic. And when I formed the [Nelson us today, not as an honor in the usual sense destroyed. I walked and I saw in the land of Mandela] Foundation, he invited me and of that word. We accept it as an acknowl- my youth women walking, but walking in my wife to his place in the United States edgement of our common lack of honor, as poverty and destitution. The streams of my of America. He then gave my wife five humanity, for the manner in which we are youth that were places of beauty and inspi- million dollars, and gave me ten million. destroying our mother planet and the ration were now clogged up and dirty. I saw And his partner gave my wife seven-and- chances for our children to have a sustain- the descendants of the mothers of our peo- a-half million, gave me seven-and-a-half able future on earth. Your medal is, howev- ple bowing down to secure with their bare million too [for charity work in South er, also a source of encouragement to take hands the cleanest of the dirty and danger- Africa]. Now I said to him, “I want you to up and continue the struggle for a world in ous water in those streams and pools. build forty-five schools in the countryside which we can live in dignity, not only How would they get that water clean in South Africa, because there are vast among ourselves as human beings, but also enough to use it for household purposes, I areas in the countryside where there is no as human beings in relationship with our often ask them. They would boil it, they school, where there is no clinic.” natural environment. reply, if only they had wood or other He said, “No, I concentrate on health. I South Africa will soon be hosting the all- sources of energy to do so. I was taking a propose building so many clinics in your important World Summit for Sustainable walk a few days ago in my country village country.” And we had an argument. I said, Development. As your Union gathers here and I came across a stream which was pol- “No, clinics are alright, but in the country- and now, it is part of the challenge to our luted and where the water was moving very side the situation, the thinking of the peo- country, its leaders, and its people to be seen slowly. And then I found three women ple is that the sangomas are more reliable to be in the vanguard of the modern-day fetching water. And I asked them, “What than the clinics, modern clinics. We there- struggle to render our environment a live- are you going to do with that water?” They fore want an educated core of people who able and sustainable one for our children. I said, “We are going to use it for domestic are going to campaign in the countryside try to live by the simple precept of making purposes. We are going to cook with it, to say, “these clinics are much better than the world one in which there is a better life drink it, clean ourselves.” I said, “But the sangomas.” So that’s why I want you to build for all, particularly the poor, marginalized, water has tadpoles moving around, it has your forty-five schools.” We couldn’t and vulnerable. A devastated geography algae, this green stuff that covers stagnant resolve the argument. He said, “No, I am makes for a devastated people. It renders water.” And I said, “Up there, you see prepared to respond, but only in the field people vulnerable, and the traditionally vul- people washing their bodies and their of health.” “Well,” I said, “let me go back nerable—women, children, the aged and clothes. That water comes here.” They and go to consult.” disabled—will always be bearing the brunt said, “That is our life.” And then I asked this I came back home and I consulted the of that suffering. Let us stand together to question: “What do you do with this water Minister of Education, Professor Kader make of our world a sustainable source for our future as humanity on this planet. before you use it?” They said, “We do noth- Asmal. He overruled both of us, and he ■ ing. We use it as it is.” said, “No, there are many schools through- I thank you.” Nelson Mandela And then I asked a foolish question. I out the country without water, without sew- Reprinted with permission from the September was born in that area and I am supposed to erage, where the school children have to go 2002 issue of the IGU Newsletter.

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Nelson Mandela Awarded the IGU Planet and Humanity Medal

elson Mandela became the sixth “The International Geo- recipient of the International Geo- graphical Union is honored N graphical Union’s Planet and and overjoyed to present its Humanity Medal at the August 2002 IGU Planet and Humanity award Regional Conference in Durban, South to Mr. Nelson Rolihlahla Africa. Mandela accepted the award from Mandela, Madiba. As a lead- IGU President Anne Buttimer at the open- ing humanist and statesman ing ceremony of the conference on 4 in championing human August 2002. rights and freedom for the IGU Vice President Lindisizwe Magi, oppressed, Mr. Mandela’s Professor of Geography and Vice Rector immense and selfless contri- of the University of Zululand Durban- bution to the welfare of Umlazi Campus, and Chair of the confer- humanity is acknowledged ence organizing committee, introduced globally. His honours are Former AAG Executive Director and IGU Secretary General Ronald F. Abler, for- Mr. Mandela: many, including the Nobel mer IGU Secretary General Eckart Ehlers, and South African IGU Committee Chair “On behalf of the International Geo- peace prize. His curriculum Joan Fairhurst congratulate Nelson Mandela upon receipt of the IGU Planet and Humanity Medal. graphical Union, the South African vitae provide many lessons to scientists and politicians National Committee for the IGU, the IGU relevance for the forthcoming World about our responsibility for the steward- Regional Conference Local Organizing Summit on Sustainable Development and ship of society and the natural environ- Committee, the international geographical the future generally (see p. 1of this issue). ment of our planet Earth. Only a few of community, as well as the African and The IGU’s Planet and Humanity Medal his political and humanitarian achieve- southern African geographical communi- was created in 1996 to commemorate the ties—in particular members of National ments can be highlighted here: Your will- 125th anniversary of the First Internation- Committees, Commissions, Study Groups ingness to undergo suffering for the allevi- al Geographical Congress in Antwerp in and Task Forces of the IGU—we would ation of human oppression; your visionary 1871. It was awarded in 1996 to Prime like to heartily welcome you, Madiba*, to and resilient engagement in socio-politi- Minister Gro Harlem Brundtland (Nor- the 2002 IGU Regional Congress, which cal activities that eventually led to the way) and to Vice President Al Gore constitutes the main and important gather- democratization of South Africa; your (USA); in 2000 to Ch. Pierret (France), M. ing of international scholars of geography. commitment to the alleviation of poverty; Robinson (Ireland), and M. S. Swami- The IGU is extremely appreciative and to the upliftment of human dignity; and nathan (India). The medal was created to humbled by your taking time off from your your unwavering belief in youth as the honor individuals (not necessarily geogra- busy schedule to be with us today, to grace cornerstone of nation building. phers) who have made outstanding contri- this auspicious occasion. Mr. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, Madi- butions to environmental and develop- The IGU is also exceedingly happy ba, your profound sense of justice, humil- mental issues. ■ and feels honoured by your willingness to ity and warmth, and your sterling qualities accept the IGU Planet and Humanity of leadership indeed render you an ideal Medal that will be awarded to you short- and deserving recipient of the Internation- * Madiba is Mandela’s Xhosa clan name. ly. We are fully aware of your tight sched- al Geographical Union Planet and Addressing him by his clan name is a mark ule and appreciate that you will be unable Humanity Medal. On behalf of the inter- of respect. to stay with us for much longer. We national community of geographers, I per- nonetheless applaud your presence, as sonally thank you for the inspiration, the Reprinted with permission from the September well as your willingness to be with us courage, and the challenge which you 2002 issue of the IGU Newsletter. today. Madiba, in the African idiom, we continue to offer us. Siyabonga.” say, ukwanda kwaliwa umthakathi—Thank Setting aside his brief, prepared text, you for being with us. You are welcome, Mandela responded with extended and Madiba, Madiba.” passionate remarks regarding the environ- Professor Anne Buttimer then mental degradation he observed in his addressed the audience and Mr. Mandela: homeland Transkei region, and its

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Recent Activities of the National Academies’ Committee on Geography he recent release of a report under the National Academy of Sciences and subse- provide oversight and are the framework auspices of the National Academies’ quently, the research arm of the National through which focused studies and other T Committee on Geography (CoG)— Academies, the National Research Coun- activities are developed and conducted. Community and Quality of Life: Data cil. The CoG is a standing committee Members of CoG also work closely with Needs for Informed Decision Making— under the auspices of the National Acade- NRC staff to develop and seek support provides an appropriate time for review of mies’ Board on Earth Sciences and from representatives of federal agencies CoG’s role within the National Academies Resources (BESR). The CoG currently is and foundations for studies on important and its relevance to the geographic commu- composed of nine members (see CoG science policy issues. An example of a study nity at large within the United States. Membership 2002 below) with a broad developed by CoG is Support for Thinking range of geography expertise. Past mem- Spatially: The Incorporation of Geographic Infor- Background and Mission bers of the CoG include Jack Danger- mation Science Across the K-12 Curriculum CoG was established in 1997 in mond, Environmental Systems Research (report in progress). Congress, federal response to increasing analysis and assess- Institute; William L. Graf, University of agencies, or foundations also ask the NRC ment of geography in public policy issues. South Carolina; Katherine K. to undertake a study. For example, the U.S. Hirschboeck, University of Arizona; Janet Geological Survey asked CoG to form a The mission of the CoG is: E. Kodras, Florida State University; T.R. committee of experts to provide advice on 1. To bring the theories, perspectives, and Lakshmanan, Boston University. Three issues related to research priorities in geog- methods of geography to bear on the geographers also serve on BESR—William raphy throughout the agency (Research solution of society’s problems and issues L. Graf, University of South Carolina; B. Opportunities in Geography at the U.S. Geological by providing high-quality scientific and L. Turner II, Clark University; and Survey, 2002). CoG often works with other technical advice and recommendations Thomas J. Wilbanks, Oak Ridge National NRC committees, such as the Committee to the federal government and other Laboratory. on the Human Dimensions of Global sponsors on: CoG’s next three missions follow from Change, to develop studies. Non-commit- its legacy as the U.S. National Commit- tee members, cooperating with the stand- • Coupled human-environment systems tee for the International Geographical ing committee, can also develop studies. • Globalization of the political economy Union (IGU). As a National Committee, Unlike standing committees, study • Place-based and spatial analysis the committee’s main objective was to committees are selected expressly to plan and implement U.S. participation address a particular question or set of • Geographic literacy in the programs of the IGU. Representa- questions (focused study). Members of 2. To foster international cooperation by tives from the CoG and the NRC both standing committees and study com- serving as a liaison to other national attend IGU meetings on behalf of the mittees serve as volunteers. Although geographical organizations and initiat- United States. members of CoG often serve on study ing collaborative research programs committees, CoG does not conduct among those organizations. Sponsorship focused studies. The study committee 3. To provide advice to the National Federal agencies, private industry, and meets periodically to investigate the facets Academy of Sciences (NAS) on all mat- foundations sponsor NRC standing com- of the problem described in the study ters pertaining to geography, especially mittees, providing support for staff and charge and reports its findings, conclu- to the NAS Foreign Secretary on mat- committee meetings. CoG sponsoring sions, and recommendations based on ters concerning international organiza- agencies are the National Science Founda- available scientific evidence and their tions, programs, and research. tion, the U.S. Geological Survey, and U.S. expertise. Before the study committee Bureau of the Census. This support does meets, one of the volunteer experts is 4. To serve as the official U.S. Liaison to not fund focused studies, the funding for appointed to serve as chair, and a member the International Geographical Union which must be generated by CoG and of the Academies’ staff is assigned as the (IGU), and promote and facilitate NRC staff as noted below. study director. participation of U.S. geographers in Every NRC study must pass through a the IGU. Studies and the Study Process rigorous review process, beginning with In regard to the first mission, CoG Most NRC standing committees, such the Executive Committee of the Governing stands within the original mandate of the as CoG, do not conduct studies but Board (GBEC) and ending with the Report

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Review Committee (RRC). A critical Names and affiliations of the reviewers are and by involving members of the communi- element of the GBEC review of a study made public when the report is released. ty in CoG activities. To view complete prospectus is evaluation of the “usefulness” report, visit www7.nationalacademies.org/ of the proposed study to the sponsoring CoG Products besr/COG-Newsletter.html. agency’s mission or to some public endeav- In addition to the 1997 report, Rediscov- or explored or supported by them (e.g., ering Geography—New Relevance for Science and CoG Membership (2002) wildfire protection). After a study is Society, CoG has completed three studies and NRC Staff approved by GBEC and funding is (Community and Quality of Life: Data B. L. Turner II, Chair, Clark University received, candidates are solicited from Needs for Informed Decision Making, Bernard O. Bauer, University of Southern CoG as well as other relevant NRC stand- Research Opportunities in Geography at California ing committees and boards, sponsors, aca- the U.S. Geological Survey, and Down to Ruth S. Defries, University of Maryland demic institutions, professional societies, Earth: Geographic Information for Sustain- Roger M. Downs, The Pennsylvania State and other knowledgeable authorities. The able Development in Africa), and is cur- University NRC selects committee members who rently engaged in two more (Support for Michael F. Goodchild, University of serve as volunteers after their expertise and Thinking Spatially: The Incorporation of California potential sources of bias and conflict of Geographic Information Science Across Susan Hanson, Clark University interest are considered. Geographers from the K-12 Curriculum and Review of Geo- Sara L. McLafferty, University of Illinois diverse branches of the discipline and var- graphic Information Systems Research and Ellen S. Mosley-Thompson, The Ohio ied institutions are asked to serve on NRC Applications at HUD: Current Programs State University committees as their expertise and experi- and Future Prospects ). Several studies are Eric S. Sheppard, University of Minnesota ence meets the study purpose. also in development and funds are being All reports undergo an independent sought. Information on completed reports NRC Staff: review by anonymous experts who were is available at the National Academy Press not involved in the report preparation. website (www.nap.edu). Anthony de Souza, BESR Director The Report Review Committee ensures CoG will continue to address geography Kristen L. Krapf, Program Officer/ that an independent review has been con- issues of national interest and serve the CoG Director ducted, and that the report addressed the geography community by furthering its Lisa Vandemark, Program Officer approved study charge, the findings are collective goals. CoG hopes to become Monica Lipscomb, Research Assistant ■ supported by evidence, and that the tone more of a focal point for geography by Verna J. Bowen, Administrative Assistant of the report is impartial and sensitive. identifying and addressing key policy issues

Geography Alliances: The Past and the Future

It has been five years since the Geog- involved in geography education in every spokespersons for more and better geog- raphy Alliances began publishing state, Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and raphy instruction in their schools, school I reports of their work in the AAG Canada. Co-funded by NGS and match- districts, and states. They generate public Newsletter. These articles catalog the work ing state sources, most Alliances operate awareness of the importance of geogra- of 39 of the 53 Alliances to improve the with annual budgets of $100,000 or more. phy through their work on curriculum quality of K-12 geography education. Over the years, NGS and the Alliances’ committees, by speaking at public meet- The nationwide Alliance network was state partners have contributed over $110 ings, reaching out to the media, and com- modeled after an initiative developed by million to this initiative. municating with state and local adminis- several geographers and teachers in Cali- The success of the program comes trators and school committees. fornia who worked together to improve from its grassroots approach. Selected TCs have helped bring about major geography instruction in local schools. teachers become Teacher Consultants changes in geography education over the Under the leadership of then President (TCs) upon completion of 80 hours of past decade. The Human Geography Gilbert Grosvenor and with the assistance training, usually acquired at summer Advanced Placement course is now in of one of those California geographers, institutes. The TCs make presentations place; four states require one year of high Kit Salter, the National Geographic Soci- at professional meetings and hold work- school geography for admission to the ety established the first Alliances 17 years shops at state, regional, and local levels. state colleges and universities; many ago. By 1993, Alliances were actively They are the leaders, advocates, and Continued on page 10

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Continued from page 9 the past eight years she has garnered more is available on the NGS website at than 15 grants, some of which have taken www.nationalgeographic.com.) geography departments report that her to Asia and Africa. Another teacher The automatic annual financial support incoming freshmen declare geography as who had never been on the ocean found in the form of matching funds from NGS their major—something that was previ- herself manning a wooden tall ship with has ended as of this year. Instead, compet- ously almost unheard of; and at the local other TCs; several teachers took students itive grant funds are available for the level, where most change takes place, with them on a U.S. Navy research vessel Alliances for specific projects and— many schools and school districts are in the Mediterranean Sea; another group importantly—NGS has offered the revamping curricula to improve geogra- explored the Wyoming portion of the Alliances matching endowment funds of phy instruction at all levels. Oregon Trail in Conestoga wagons. These $500,000. Currently, 22 Alliances have Another reflection of the Alliances’ are the kinds of activities that make geog- partial or full endowments, providing success is the result of an NGS-commis- raphy exciting for teachers who then annual incomes of $25,000 to $90,000 in sioned assessment comparing the per- bring this excitement with them into their perpetuity. Has there ever been anything formance of eighth graders who had classrooms. like this in the field of geography or any Alliance-trained teachers with that of the In our small state, the Geographic other discipline? general eighth grade population tested in Alliance has spent over $650,000 this past The vision of a few, the financial sup- the 2001 National Assessment of Educa- decade, with the result that we now have a port and guidance of NGS, the leadership tional Progress (NAEP) geography assess- large group of dedicated, informed, tech- and commitment of geographers, and the ment. The average scores of the former nologically prepared, and excited teachers hard work and dedication of teachers have were eight percentage points higher than who are committed to advancing geogra- brought new excitement to geography those of the latter. phy in the schools. They spread the word education that will likely be sustained far Many teachers have been empowered to other teachers and administrators, head into the future. ■ by the Alliances to reach beyond the curriculum committees, help develop and classroom and take advantage of new improve state-level standards for geogra- Chester E. Smolski, Professor opportunities. In our Rhode Island phy instruction, write grant proposals, and Emeritus, Rhode Island College Alliance, for example, consider the 20- provide leadership for the Alliance. The Co-coordinator, the Rhode Island year teacher who thought only adminis- same is true in other states across the coun- Geography Education Alliance trators could apply for grants. As a TC for try. (Information about individual Alliances [email protected]

Grants and Awards Urban Geography The National Science Foundation Karen Morin, Bucknell University, Change in has awarded a research grant of received a 2002 Fulbright Scholar $153,438 to Richard Grant and Jan Award. She will be giving weekly lec- Editorship Nijman, University of Miami, for sup- tures on themes related to cultural and fter 24 years at the day-to-day edito- port of a project comparing the cities of gender geography, and the American rial helm of Urban Geography, James Accra, Ghana and Mumbai, India. This West at Russia’s Nizhni Novgorod State O. Wheeler has joined Chauncy D. project continues their comparative University. She is also presenting her A Harris as one of the journal's honorary work in these two cities. The title of research at conferences and delivering a editors. Effective 1 January 2003, he was the project is "Globalization, Liberal- public lecture on North American femi- succeeded by Peter O. Muller of the Uni- ■ ization, and Urban Restructuring in the nist historical geography. versity of Miami, to whom manuscripts Less-Developed World: A Comparative should henceforth be submitted. For more Study of Social and Spatial Polarization information, contact Peter Muller at in Accra and Mumbai." [email protected]. ■

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Gladys W. Cole Memorial within the next several years. These Comparative Immigration Studies (CCIS) Research Award for 2003 include an award to facilitate the prepara- and the Center for Iberian and Latin The Gladys W. Cole Memorial Research tion of a book manuscript based on disser- American Studies (CILAS) at the Univer- Award is restricted to investigation of the tation research and an award to a minori- sity of California-San Diego, and the geomorphology of semiarid and arid ter- ty woman who has been admitted to a International Migration Program of the rains in the United States and Mexico. It graduate program. Social Science Research Council (SSRC). will be given each year to a GSA Member SWG’s Pruitt National Fellowship The Institute will bring together rough- or Fellow between 30 and 65 years of age expands the SWG’s National Fellowship ly equal numbers of (1) advanced graduate who has published one or more significant Program. SWG fellowships have been students who are writing their disserta- papers in geomorphology. Funds cannot be offered on an ongoing basis since 1953- tions or are in the midst of data collec- used for work already accomplished, but 54. The National Fellowship Program has tion/analysis; (2) recent PhDs who are recipients of a previous award may reapply offered awards at three universities where revising dissertations for publication or if additional support is needed to complete there are active SWG groups. Currently planning new projects; and (3) senior their work. The amount of the award in these include the University of California scholars involved in innovative research 2003 will be $9,500. at Berkeley, the University of California at and training of graduate students. The Applications must be post-marked by 1 Los Angeles, and the Pennsylvania State Institute is built around a three-day con- February each year to be eligible for the University. The New York Group of SWG ference (20-22 June 2003) in which senior award, which is made in April. Application has a separate endowment that funds fel- scholars and a few junior scholars will forms are now available on their website, lowships at Hunter College. report on their current research projects. www.geosociety.org. For additional infor- Ms. Pruitt began her career in applied Training modules preceding and mation please contact Leah J. Carter at geography with the United States Coast following the conference will explore 303-357-1037 or [email protected]. and Geodetic Survey in 1942, transferring specific methodological and career to the Geography Branch of the Office of development issues, and will provide 2003-2004 Evelyn L. Pruitt Naval Research of the United States Navy opportunities for junior scholars to dis- National Fellowship for in 1948. Her work advanced studies in cuss their individual research with senior Dissertation Research coastal geomorphology and remote sens- scholars in small-group and one-on-one ing as well as other geographical special- meetings. Conference sessions will focus Sara Rau, President of the Society of ties and methodologies. on key topics of multidisciplinary signifi- Woman Geographers (SWG), has SWG was founded in 1925 to provide cance, reflecting the interests of partici- announced an expanded national fellowship a medium for intellectual exchange among pating faculty and students. program for women doctoral students in traveled women engaged in geographical Applications for admission can be sub- geography and geographical aspects of work, including women in fields allied mitted until 15 February 2003. Applicants allied fields. The SWG Evelyn L. Pruitt with geography. Members have traveled will be evaluated by CCIS staff, the National Fellowship for Dissertation widely to do research and field activities Institute’s organizing committee, and the Research available for 2003-2004 is made in their disciplines and have developed SSRC’s International Migration Commit- possible by a bequest of over $1 million specialized competence in a geographic tee. Decisions will be announced by 15 from geographer and SWG member Evelyn region or in some physical, cultural, or March. The application form can be down- L. Pruitt, who died in January 2000. topical aspect of the world. loaded from the CCIS website at SWG invites applications from women www.ccisucsd.org/Programs/Summer Ph.D. students in geography or the Inst.htm. If you have any questions about aspects of allied fields that are geographi- Summer Institute on the Summer Institute, please contact cal for the new Pruitt National Fellowship International Migration Gaku Tsuda, Associate Director of CCIS at for Dissertation Research. An award of up The Summer Institute is intended to 858-452-9635 or ttsuda@ ucsd.edu. to $15,000 will be made for 2003-2004. expose advanced graduate students and Candidates should request application recent postdoctoral scholars to cutting- guidelines from Ruth Shirey, Chair of the edge research in the field of international Fellowship Opportunities at the SWG National Fellowship Committee, at migration and refugee studies. The Center for Comparative Immi- [email protected]. Applications are due by emphasis will be on discussion of new, as gration Studies, UC San Diego 1 March 2003 and the award will be yet unpublished research that can help to The Center for Comparative Immigra- announced by 15 April 2003. shape doctoral dissertations and postdoc- tion Studies (CCIS) will offer a limited SWG plans to offer two additional fel- toral research projects. The Institute is a number of Visiting Research Fellowships lowships supported by the Pruitt bequest collaborative project of the Center for at both the predoctoral and postdoctoral

12 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 38, Number 1 levels for the 2003-2004 academic year. senior scholars are negotiable. CCIS fel- Men and women scientists who have These awards are to support advanced lowships may be supplemented with com- their Ph.D.s or equivalent research experi- research and writing on any aspect of pensation from other fellowships, research ence are eligible to apply. They must be international migration and refugee grants, sabbatical leaves, or other sources. U.S. citizens or permanent residents of flows. CCIS fellowships must be held in Application forms and guidelines can the United States. Applications from male residence at UCSD. They cannot be used be downloaded from the CCIS website at co-PIs must be accompanied by an appli- to support fieldwork or other primary www.ccis-ucsd.org. All application mate- cation from a female co-PI as part of a data collection. Visiting Research Fel- rials must be submitted no later than 15 U.S. research team. Graduate students lows will have the opportunity to present January 2003 for fellowships to be held (Ph.D. candidates) are also eligible to their research at CCIS research seminars during the 2003-04 academic year. apply, if they will be conducting research and writers’ and academic professional- in an established Ph.D. program in the ization workshops. Women’s International Science United States. Government employees Predoctoral applicants are expected to Collaboration Program can only apply if they also are affiliated finish writing their dissertations during The Women’s International Science with another institution eligible to receive their fellowship. Recent postdoctoral Collaboration Program (WISC) is a part- NSF grants (e.g., an adjunct professorship applicants can request support to turn a nership between the American Associa- at a university). dissertation into a publishable manuscript tion for the Advancement of Science and Scientists who have received their doc- or to prepare shorter publications based on the National Science Foundation to toral degrees within the past six years will the dissertation project. More senior increase the participation of women in receive special consideration, as will scien- scholars can propose any major research or international scientific research. WISC tists applying to work with colleagues in writing project. The duration of the fel- awards on a competitive basis small travel less frequently represented countries and lowship is usually for 9-10 months, grants (up to $5,000) to U.S. scientists to regions. although shorter stays will also be allowed. plan and design new collaborations with For more information, please visit No summer-only fellowships will be colleagues in Central/Eastern and Western www.aaas.org/international/wiscnew.shtml. awarded. For the 2003-2004 academic Europe, the Newly Independent States of Applications must be postmarked by the year, stipends for predoctoral fellows will the former Soviet Union, Near East, Mid- 15 January 2003 and 15 July 2003 dead- be $2,250 per month. For recent postdoc- dle East, Africa, the Americas, Pacific, and lines. ■ toral fellows (Ph.D. received within the Asia. These activities are expected to lead last 6 years), the stipend level will be to full research proposals that are submit- between $3,000-4,000 per month, ted to the National Science Foundation or depending on seniority. Stipends for more other funders. Quarter Century

he January 1978 issue of the AAG workshops on computer mapping, remote Sanford Bederman of Georgia State Uni- Newsletter announced candidates sensing, and geographic/cartographic re- versity, as Treasurer Samuel Emory of T for election to the AAG Council. sources. The opening session featured Dr. Mary Washington College, and as Coun- The candidates included Brian J.L Berry Murray Polakoff, Provost, Division of cillor James O. Wheeler. Continuing offi- for President; John Fraser Hart, Allan R. Behavioral and Social Sciences, University cers were Stephen S. Birdsall of Universi- Pred, and Evelyn L. Pruitt for Vice-Presi- of Maryland, and Dr. Daniel Beard, ty of North Carolina-Chapel Hill as Vice dent; A. David Hill and Richard Morrill Deputy Assistant Secretary for Land and President and Clifton Pannell of Universi- for Secretary; and Stephen S. Birdsall, Water Resources, Department of the Inte- ty of Georgia as Secretary…. It was Lawrence A. Brown, Arthur Loeben, Jan- rior. Other contributors to the meeting announced that a river cruise on the Mis- ice J. Monk, Peter O. Muller, and Mush- included Steven S. Birdsall, Chairman of sissippi River would follow the opening taq Rahman for National Coun- the AAG Committee on Applied Geogra- reception of the 1978 AAG Annual Meet- cillors….The Middle Atlantic Division phy, Robert Klove, International Statistics ing in New Orleans on Tuesday, 11 April. announced its upcoming annual meeting Programs Center, Bureau of the Census, J. Expected ridership on the 280-foot, pad- in February, to be held at the Center of Warren Nystrom, AAG Executive Direc- dle-wheel steamboat Natchez was about Adult Education, University of Maryland, tor, and Robert Hodgson, Geographer, 1,200 persons. ■ in College Park. The meeting’s focus Department of State…. The Southeastern was applied geography and included Division of the AAG elected as President,

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Members of Note

Marilyn Brown, Oak Ridge National policies, economic, environmental and regarding the path of a tornado through a Laboratory, has been appointed to the 17- security effects. The Commission plans to neighborhood that left some homes member National Commission on Energy publish its final report in late 2004. untouched and destroyed others. Policy, a bi-partisan panel that is addressing Martin T. Cadwallader was recently Dean Sinclair, Northwestern State major U.S. energy issues as they affect appointed Vice Chancellor for Research University in Natchitoches, Louisiana, national security, economic prosperity, and and Dean of the Graduate School at the was recently named to a four-year term environmental health. The Commission University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is on the Natchitoches Parish Planning has a $10 million budget from several non- responsible for more than 8,600 graduate Commission. profit organizations led by the William and students in 181 master’s and 125 doctoral Jeffrey S. Smith, Kansas State Univer- Flora Hewlett Foundation. The Commis- fields of study; oversees a $100 million sity, was interviewed by a researcher sion is co-chaired by John Holdren (Har- school budget and over $590 million in employed with HBO (Home Box Office) vard University), William Reilly (Chairman extramural funding for the campus; and and the CBC (Canadian Broadcast Com- of the World Wildlife Fund, and former administers over 20 cross-campus research pany) regarding his research that EPA Administrator), and John Rowe and service centers. Cadwallader has pub- appeared in the North American Geographer (Chairman and CEO, Exelon Corpora- lished three books and numerous articles entitled “Los Hermanos Penitentes: An tion). In 2003 the Commission will oversee on urban geography and migration. Illustrative Essay.” The researcher was a series of public forums, interim studies, Thomas Schmidlin, Kent State Univer- examining the potential link between the and advanced analytic modelling to exam- sity, was quoted in the 17 November 2002 Pentitentes and celibacy. ■ ine the interactions among technologies, issue of the Cleveland Plain Dealer

AAG Guide to Programs in Geography 2002-2003 Reserve your copy now! • To be published January 2003 The Guide is a complete and invaluable reference for faculty, prospective students, government agencies, and private firms in the United States, Canada, and throughout the world. It includes detailed information on undergraduate and graduate geography pro- grams in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, including degree requirements, curricula, faculty qualifications, program speciali- ties, financial assistance, and degrees completed. The Guide also includes information about government agencies, private firms, and research institutions that employ geographers. Qty. ___ AAG Member, Domestic $30.00 each ___ AAG Member, Foreign (airmail) $55.00 each ___ AAG Member, Foreign (surface) $40.00 each ___ Institutions $50.00 each ___ Nonmembers of the AAG $50.00 each ___ Prospective Students $25.00 each Total: ______Name ______Address ______City ______State ______Postal Code______Country ______Phone ______E-mail ______Visa/MC# ______Exp. Date ______Signature ______Forms of payment accepted: check, money order, Visa, or Mastercard (U.S. dollars only). Mail or fax your order to: Publications Department, Association of American Geographers, 1710 Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20009-3198 USA Voice 202-234-1450 • Fax 202-234-2744 • [email protected] • www.aag.org

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 15 January 2003 Necrology

E. Willard (Will) Miller, 87, the son of and book chapters. He collaborated with ment of Science and the Explorers Club, the late Archie H. and Tessie B. his wife Ruby on more than 100 reference and received numerous citations for meri- Master Miller, Turkey City, Pa, passed bibliographies. Key publications include torious service to the Commonwealth of away 15 November 15 2002. He married The History of the College of Earth and Mineral Pennsylvania from the Governor, and oth- Ruby Skinner (Miller) 27 June 27 1941, Sciences, A History of the American Society for ers. He was the President of the Pennsyl- who survives. Professional Geographers, An Economic Atlas of vania Academy of Science and received Will received a B.S. degree from Clari- Pennsylvania, A Social and Economic Atlas of the Distinguished Service Award from the on University of Pennsylvania in 1937; an Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania: A Keystone to Academy for his contributions. Will and M.A. from the University of Nebraska in Progress. He also was the book editor for Ruby were awarded the Honorary Alumni 1939; and a Ph.D. from Ohio State in the Pennsylvania Academy of Science. award from Penn State, and Will received 1942. He was a long time member of St. Will received the Roy Hughes Whitbeck the Distinguished Alumnus award from John’s United Church of Christ, Boals- Award for the outstanding article in the Clarion University. Will also received burg, where he served on the consistory field of economic geography in the Journal honorary doctorates from Clarion Univer- and financial committees. of Geography, 1950. In 2001, he received sity and the Ohio State University. Pro- E. Willard Miller will be remembered for the George Miller Award of the National fessionally, Will received the Honors many things: consummate adventurer, com- Council for Geographic Education as Award from the AAG, the Lifetime petent administrator, and engaging teacher, Distinguished Mentor for Graduate Level Achievement Award of the PGS, and the but three accomplishments stand out, he Education. Founder’s Award of Penn State’s Depart- helped create the Association of American Will was an institution builder. At the ment of Geography. Geographers out of two rival organizations, end of World War II, the professional asso- The Millers established fellowships and he established the nation’s number one ciation of geographers, the Association of awards for undergraduate and graduate department of geography at Penn State, American Geographers (AAG), of which students at the Clarion, Ohio State, and and he founded the Pennsylvania Geo- Will was a member, was research oriented Pennsylvania State Universities. Will and graphical Society for public school teachers and exclusive. As secretary and then presi- Ruby also were contributing members of: and Teachers Colleges, now Universities. dent of the newly established and more the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences Will began his teaching career at Case inclusive American Society of Professional Obelisk Society; the Mount Nittany and Western University. In 1944, Will and Ruby Geographers (ASPG), in 1948 Will oversaw Atherton Societies of Penn State; the were recruited as geographers by the Office the creation of a national organization rep- Galileo Society (American Geographical of Strategic Services in Washington D.C. resenting all geographers through the amal- Society); and the President’s Club at Penn Will received an award of merit for his serv- gamation of the AAG and the ASPG. Con- State and Ohio State Universities. They ices in the war effort. In 1945, Dean Edward currently, Will helped build the Depart- also belonged to the Centre County His- Steidle of the College of Earth and Mineral ment of Geography at Penn State. Will’s torical Society, Boalsburg Village Conser- Sciences, Penn State, recruited Will to be a goal was nothing less than the creation of a vancy, Centre Community Hospital Auxil- member of the college, as head of the world-class department. Emphasizing eco- iary, and the Boalsburg Heritage Museum. department of geography. In 1964, he was nomic geography and research, the pro- Will is survived by his wife of 61 years, appointed Assistant Dean for Resident gram expanded into graduate training with Ruby S. Miller and two nieces Jane Hem- Instruction and in 1972 was named Associ- the first M.S. awarded in 1948 and the first mings of Chicago and Bernice Krapf of ate Dean for Resident Instruction, a posi- Ph.D. awarded in 1949. In 1995, the Myrtle Beach. Burial was in the Mau- tion he held until his retirement in 1980. National Research Council ranked Penn soleum at the Centre County Memorial An avid explorer, Will conducted State’s Geography program number one in Cemetery, State College, Pennsylvania, research projects in the Arctic and Alaska, the nation. In 1952, Will founded the Penn- Rev. Allen Heckman officiated and Koch Canada and Siberia, and undertook field- sylvania Geographical Society (PGS), and Funeral Home presided. In lieu of flowers, work in Central and South America as the in 1962 served as president of the society, contributions can be made to the E. U.S. representative to the Pan American remaining Permanent Counselor until his Willard (Will) Miller Scholarship Fund, Institute for Geography and History. death. He served in many other profession- Penn State Development Office, One Old Numerous travel grants and invitations al capacities including Honorary Chair of Main, Pennsylvania State University, Uni- supported his research on the mineral the 21st Century Fund, National Council versity Park, Pa. 16802. resources of the world. for Geographic Education. Originally published in the Centre Daily A consummate scholar, Will wrote Countless awards attest to his contribu- Times, 25 November 2002. ■ countless textbooks, bibliographies, and tions to society. He was a fellow of the reference books, professional magazines, American Association for the Advance-

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Specialty Group News New Appointments Biogeography SG be given to papers presented at the New The Fall 2002 issue of The Biogeographer, Orleans 2003 AAG meeting. Papers will the newsletter of the Biogeography be evaluated by IPSG officers and board University of Guelph, Ontario, Specialty Group, is now available online members, which include both faculty Canada. Alice J. Hovorka, Ph.D., at www.departments.bucknell.edu/geogra- members and graduate students, based on 2003, Clark University, Assistant phy/ The_Biogeographer. their overall contribution to new knowl- Professor. This edition contains calls for nomina- edge and understanding in indigenous tion for the BSG board and for the peoples geographies. That contribution University of Kentucky. Michael Cowles and Parsons award, calls for par- may be theoretical, empirical, or method- Crutcher, Ph.D. Louisiana State Uni- ticipation and application forms for the ological in nature. The award for the top versity, 2001, Post Doctoral Appoint- BSG student research and paper awards, student paper will include a cash award of ment and Lyman T. Johnson Fellow. minutes from the BSG business meeting $150 and a one-year honorary student University of Kentucky. Tara A. in Los Angeles, member news, Internet membership in the IPSG. Each participat- Maddock, Ph.D. Ohio State Universi- resources, and more. ing student should submit a copy of their ty, 2001, Post Doctoral Appointment. paper electronically no later than 25 Feb- Cartography SG ruary 2003 to Kate Berry, co-chair of the University of Kentucky. Kathleen The application deadline for the Nation- IPSG, at [email protected]. O’Reilly, Ph.D. University of Iowa, al Geographic Society Award in Cartogra- 2002, Post Doctoral Appointment. phy is 4 February 2003. The award recog- Qualitative Research SG nizes student achievement in the art, The Qualitative Research Specialty University of Minnesota, Duluth. science, and technology of mapmaking. Group (QRSG) will announce the winners Olaf Kuhlke, Ph.D., Kent State Uni- Students submit information on mapping of its second annual student paper competi- versity, 2001, Assistant Professor. projects and academic performance. Last tion at the New Orleans Annual Meeting. year's winner was Anthony Robinson, We welcome graduate students engaged in University of Minnesota, Duluth. Department of Geography, East Carolina research using qualitative methods to par- Stacey Stark, M.S., 1997, Colorado University; he received $1200 and a ticipate. Papers for this competition must State, Instructor and GISL Manager. National Geographic Atlas of the World. address the methods employed in the Please go to www.nationalgeographic.com/ research, but need not be entirely focused maps/caward for more information or call on methodology. Papers must be devel- tion, department or program, current David Miller, National Geographic Maps, oped from graduate research, and be pre- address, phone number, email address and at 202-775-7841. sented at a professional meeting between 24 the name and date of the professional March 2002 and 5 March 2003. meeting where the paper was or will be Indigenous Peoples SG Gradu- All entries will be judged by a commit- delivered. Entrants will be emailed paper ate Student Paper Competition tee of faculty and student geographers. guidelines and competition rules once the The Indigenous Peoples Specialty Judges will award cash prizes to the best abstract has been received. Six copies of Group (IPSG) invites submissions for its masters student paper, and to the best the completed paper must reach the Co- annual Graduate Student Paper Competi- Ph.D. student paper. Doctoral students Chair by mail no later than 23 January tion. Graduate student papers eligible for who present a paper based on their mas- 2003. Email abstracts to Dydia LeLyser at this competition will address geographic ters thesis are eligible for the competi- [email protected]. Mail copies of completed research, education, cartography, theory tion. Papers entered in other specialty paper to Dydia DeLyser, QRSG Student and/or applications by, for, or about group competitions remain eligible for a Paper Competition, Department of Geog- indigenous peoples of the world. While QRSG award. raphy and Anthropology, 227 Howe/Rus- the competition is based on evaluation of To be considered for competition, sell Hall, Louisiana State University, Baton a written manuscript, to be eligible for this authors should email the paper’s title and Rouge, LA 70803; voice 225-578-5942; competition, papers must be presented at a 250-word abstract to the Co-Chair of fax 225-578-6172. the New Orleans AAG meeting, regional the QRSG Student Paper Competition. For more information contact Dydia geography meetings, or another profes- Include author’s name, competition level DeLyser at the address above, or Hilda sional conference. A slight preference will (masters or doctoral), academic institu- Kurtz at [email protected]. ■

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Full Tables Available for Purchase Annual Meeting Banquet and Awards Luncheon

The AAG Annual Meeting Banquet will be held on Friday, 7 March 2003 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year's banquet will feature Jan Monk's Past President's Address. We invite you to join us and enjoy the event with your col- leagues, friends, and family. New this year: we are offering the purchase of 10 discounted tickets to reserve a full table. If you wish to reserve a full table for your department, AAG Specialty Group, students, or friends, you may do so at this time. Individual tickets are $55 and tickets for a table (seats 10) are $530. If you have not yet paid your registration fee, you may purchase tickets online at the time you pay. If you have already paid your registration fee, please fax or mail us this form to 202-234-2744 or 2003 AAG Annual Meeting, Association of American Geogra- phers, 1710 Sixteenth St. NW, Washington, DC 20009-3198. For more information contact [email protected].

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New Members

AAG welcomes these new members whose memberships were processed during the last month

Wayne Adamcik, College Station, TX Geoffery Hatchard, State College, PA Tiffany Muller, Minneapolis, MN Hector Aguirre, Carlsbad, CA Joel Henrie, Denton, TX Ryan Nyerges, Columbia, MO Debbie Allen, San Antonio, TX Vince Herrera, San Antonio, TX Kelley O'neal, Tucson, AZ Vicky Bernecky, Clarion, PA Kimberly Hogan, Chagrin Falls, OH Brian Pangtay, San Antonio, TX E. Brazille, Oklahoma City, OK Fumiko Ito, Tokyo, Japan Shankari Patel, Los Angeles, CA Joe Chapa, San Antonio, TX Jennifer Karps, Portland, OR Bryan Penfold, Petaluma, CA Kelly Combs, Franklin, OH Mark Lindsey, Denton, TX Sarmina Rahman, Honolulu, HI Rachel Crowe, Denton, TX Reese Madrid, San Francisco, CA Catherine Ruis, Tannersville, PA Craig Dalton, Bloomsburg, PA Elizabeth Martis, Stow, OH Alex Sikes, Murfreesboro, TN James Dobson, Johnson City, TN Brenden Mcneil, Syracuse, NY Aaron Starr, Tuckerton, NJ Peter Eilers, Salem, OR Anne Mctavish, San Francisco, CA Eric Stauber, San Antonio, TX Michael Goldberg, San Antonio, TX Nathan Michaud, Rockland, ME Laura Stroup, Columbia, SC Ross Goodrich, Ingleside, IL Jennifer Minor, San Marcos, TX Dante Gideon Vergara, East Lansing, MI Barbara Harteis, Indiana, PA Emily Moberg, Blacksburg, VA Young-Doo Wang, Newark, DE Donna Hartz, Scottsdale, AZ Cynthia Moudy, Topsfield, MA

The Newberry Library Offers “Everyday Maps” Institute for Teachers 30 June – 25 July 2003

he Newberry Library’s Hermon institute a distinguished faculty from the pleted applications must be postmarked Dunlap Smith Center for the His- fields of geography, history, art history, no later than Monday, 3 March 2003. T tory of Cartography invites school and literature will lead participants in a Successful applicants will receive a teachers across the United States to apply program of lectures, workshops, and col- stipend of $2,800 to help defray travel for its 2003 National Endowment for the lective discovery of the most common and housing expenses. For further infor- Humanities (NEH) summer institute, types of maps, including atlases, peda- mation and application materials, con- “Everyday Maps: Teaching and Historical gogic maps, journalistic cartography, tact Susan Hanf, The Newberry Library, Perspectives.” The institute, led by Smith transportation cartography, and maps in 60 W. Walton Street, Chicago, IL 60610; Center Director James R. Akerman, will advertising, literature, and the arts. Par- e-mail [email protected]; phone explore the culture and history of com- ticipants will have the opportunity to 312-255-3659. Information and applica- monplace maps and will help teachers research and develop their own lesson tion materials are also available at develop skills and strategies for using plans or activities utilizing the Newberry’s www.newberry.org/K12/everydaymaps. these maps to teach a variety of school internationally renowned collection of “Everyday Maps” is supported by a subjects. The institute will be held at the historic maps. grant from the National Endowment for Newberry Library, in the heart of Chica- Teachers of a wide variety of courses the Humanities. ■ go’s Near North Side, from 30 June to 25 and grade levels at public and private July 2003. During the four weeks of the schools are encouraged to apply. Com-

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Award Deadlines

JANUARY 31. National Security Education Pro- 25. Indigenous Peoples SG Graduate 1. China SG Student Paper Competi- gram, David Boren Graduate Fellowships, Student Paper Competition. Contact tion. Contact Dr. Xiaoping Shen at www.aed.org/nsep. Kate Berry at [email protected]. [email protected]. 29. Disability SG Student Paper 10. Biogeography SG Student Paper FEBRUARY Competition. Contact Todd Reynolds at Competition. Contact Susy Ziegler at 1. Water Resources SG Student [email protected]. [email protected]. Awards, www.cla.sc.edu/geog/wrsg/ Awards/Awards.htm. 10. PA Historical and Museum MARCH Commission’s Scholars in Residence, 3. Community Forestry Research 3. NSF Materials Use: Science, www. phmc.state.pa.us. Fellowships, www.cnr.berkeley.edu/ Engineering, and Society (MUSES) grant community_forestry/. competition, www.geo.nsf.gov/be-03.htm. 15. Women’s International Science Collaboration Program, www.aaas.org/ 4. National Geographic Society JULY international/wiscnew.shtml. Award in Cartography, www.nationalgeographic.com/maps/caward. 15. Women’s International Science 17. Environmental Perception and Collaboration Program, www.aaas.org/ Behavioral Geography SG 2003 Saarinen 15. George and Viola Hoffman Fund international/wiscnew.shtml. ■ Student Paper Competition and Travel Award, www.aag.org/Grantsawards/ Grant awards. Contact Karen Barton at Hoffmanfund.html. [email protected] or see www.dean. 15. Regional Development and usma.edu/geo/Geog/EPBG/index.htm. Planning/Asian Geography Student 23. Cultural Geography SG Student Award. Contact Jayati Ghosh at Paper competition. Contact Owen [email protected]. Dwyer at [email protected]. 21. Ethnic Geography SG Student 23. Socialist and Critical Geography Paper Award. Contact Ira M. Sheskin at SG Student paper competition. Contact [email protected]. Salvatore Engel-Di Mauro at [email protected]. New Orleans Program Chairs Luncheon Meeting 23. Qualitative Research SG Student A luncheon for geography program chairs will be held on Wednesday, 5 Paper Competition. Contact to Dydia March 2003 in Cabildo B of the Hyatt Regency New Orleans hotel. The meet- LeLyser at [email protected]. ing will start at 11:40 a.m. and continue till 2:00 p.m., with AAG Vice President 28. NSF Coupled Biogeochemical Alec Murphy presiding. Please forward items for the agenda to Murphy at Cycles (CBC) grant competition, [email protected]. www.geo.nsf.gov/be-03.htm. A buffet lunch will be served at the meeting. The cost for the lunch is $15.00, inclusive. Reserve your place at the meeting by contacting Ehsan Khater at 31. Economic Geography SG Student [email protected] no later than 26 February 2003. ■ Paper Competition. Contact Tom Klak at [email protected]. AAG Specialty Group Chairpersons Meeting 31. Ethics, Justice, and Human Rights A meeting for the chairpersons of AAG Specialty Groups will be held on SG Student Paper Competition. Contact Tuesday, 4 March 2003 in Beauregard C of the Hyatt Regency New Orleans Malcolm Cutchin at [email protected]. hotel. The meeting will start at 3:30 p.m. and continue till 5:00 p.m., with AAG Councillor Victoria Lawson presiding. Please forward items for the agenda to 31. Latin American SG Student Paper Lawson at [email protected]. Also, please let Ehsan Khater Competition. Contact Taylor Mack at ([email protected]) know if you or a designate plan to attend. ■ [email protected].

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NSF Doubling Act Signed into Law

he National Science Foundation Reauthorization Act of 2002. It is the that I have worked on since coming to Authorization Act of 2002 (H.R. product of extensive bipartisan and Congress. The research results, while not T 4664), singed into law on 19 bicameral negotiations. Few people real- clear now, will reap huge benefits in the December 2002, authorizes a budget ize how influential the NSF has been on future.” He added, “I am especially pleased increase of 105 percent for the NSF, from their daily lives.” that this legislation incorporates my pro- $4.8 billion in FY 2002 to $9.8 billion in “These efforts will pay off in the form posal to develop master teachers with FY 2007, doubling NSF’s budget over five of continued scientific breakthroughs that strong backgrounds in math and science.” years. The National Council for Science will improve our lives in ways that we can In its final form, the NSF authorization and the Environment (NCSE), worked only imagine today,” noted Nick Smith bill incorporates provisions from four with the Association of American Geogra- (R-MI), Chairman of the House Science other bills: phers (AAG), the Consortium of Social Subcommittee on Research. • National Mathematics and Science Science Associations (COSSA), and other Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX), Partnerships Act (H.R 1858) scientific organizations to provide back- Ranking Member of the Science Subcom- ground materials for this legislation. mittee on Research, lauded the bill, “This is • Technology Talent Act (H.R. 3130) “This is landmark legislation,” said Sci- truly an historic piece of legislation for sci- ence Committee Chairman Sherwood ence policy in the United States that will • National Science Education Act Boehlert (R-NY), who championed the have a profound and lasting effect on the (H.R. 100) bill in the House. “From our nation’s stu- future prosperity of our nation… I look for- • Plant Genome and Gene Expression dents, to our economy, and to our securi- ward to working with my colleagues on Research and Development Act (H.R ty, the fruits of this effort will be enjoyed both sides of the aisle and in the other 2051) for many years to come.” body to ensure that NSF is fully funded Senator Edward Kennedy (D-MA), under these new authorization levels.” For further information, including budg- who sponsored the bill in the Senate, “Passage of this bill is a great achieve- et information, visit http://NCSEonline.org/ said, “I am pleased the president has ment,” said Rep. Vernon Ehlers (R-MI). Updates or contact Dr. Craig Schiffries at signed the National Science Foundation “Doubling the NSF budget has been a goal [email protected]. ■

Nominations Invited for AAG Honors he Honors Committee of the Association of Ameri- ored may be nominated again for distinction achieved since can Geographers invites nominations for AAG Hon- their first awards. See the Handbook section of a recent T ors to be conferred in 2004. AAG Honors are given issue of the Guide to Programs in Geography in the United States and in recognition of outstanding contributions to the advance- Canada and AAG Handbook and Directory of Geographers for a ment or welfare of the profession in five categories: Lifetime complete list of past Honors Award recipients. The deadline Career Honors, Distinguished Scholarship Honors, Distin- for nominations is 1 March 2003. guished Teaching Honors, Ronald F. Abler Distinguished Send six copies of the nominating letter and the Service Honors, and Gilbert Grosvenor Honors for Geog- candidate’s CV to Judy Olson, Chair of the Honors Com- raphy Education. Normally no more than one award will be mittee, Department of Geography, Michigan State Univer- made in each category. No more than six individuals may be sity, East Lansing, MI 48824-1115 or to [email protected]. recommended for AAG Honors in a single year. In addition Electronic submissions via email are acceptable. The nom- to Honors, the committee may recommend a Publication inating letter should provide justification for the award and Award and a Media Achievement Award. may include a proposed citation of no more than 200 Nominees must be AAG members if they are residents of words. Solicitation of support letters from additional nom- the United States; if they reside elsewhere the membership inators is welcomed but should be limited to no more than requirement is waived. In some cases, professionals from five. Other members of the Honors Committee are John other disciplines or professions are eligible for considera- Agnew, Nina Lam, Geraldine Pratt, Richard Morrill, and tion. Geographers or other professionals previously hon- Gary Gaile. ■

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 21 January 2003 Jobs in Geography

UNITED STATES demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY 94720-1500. Uni- and research in urban geography and the use of versity of California, Berkeley. S.V. Ciriacy- information technology for geographical research Wantrup Postdoctoral Fellowship. Fellowships *ARIZONA, FLAGSTAFF 86011-5016. and instruction. We desire a candidate with teach- will be awarded for the 2003-2004 academic year Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Depart- ing and research expertise in one or more of the to support advanced research to scholars working ment of Geography and Public Planning. Full- following methods: Geocomputation, Geographic in the areas of Agricultural & Natural Resource time tenure track Assistant Professor effective Information Science, Qualitative Techniques, Economics, Business, Energy Studies, Environ- Fall 2003 in Geographic Information Science. Remote Sensing. Submit letter of application mental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Preference will be given for additional interest including professional goals, statement of teaching Forestry, Geography, Law, Natural Resource in Physical Geography, Natural Resource Man- philosophy, curriculum vitae, along with names, Management, Public Health, and Public Policy. agement, or Environmental Planning; and a Ph.D. addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of Preference will be given to proposals whose ori- in Geography (or closely related field), complet- three references by 15 January 2003. Applications entation is broadly institutional or historical, and ed by August 2003. The ideal applicant would must be postmarked by the closing date. Depart- which are conceptually and theoretically innova- contribute to the Geographic Information Man- mental review of applications will begin on that tive. Proposals with a primarily statistical or agement emphasis degree and certificate pro- date; if not filled, every Friday thereafter until econometric orientation are not eligible for con- grams in the Department. Prior college teaching search closed. Detailed information about the sideration. Further information can be found at and experience with ESRI products and CAD is department and this position can be found on the http://research.chance.berkeley.edu/ciriacy/ desired. Specific duties will include: (1) teaching E-mail at http://geography.asu.edu Arizona State Questions may be directed to Kristen Jensen by introductory and advanced GIS courses, (2) University is an equal opportunity, affirmative e-mail at [email protected] or by teaching other geography courses, especially in action employer. DEC 02-247. phone at 510-643-4797. DEC 02-280. area of specialization, (3) advising and supervising Apply: Daniel D. Arreola, Chair, Search undergraduate and graduate geography students, Committee, Department of Geography, PO Box CALIFORNIA, DAVIS 95616. Director, Tahoe (4) engaging in scholarly research, and (5) pro- 870104. E-mail [email protected]. Environmental Research Center. http:// viding service to the campus and the community. Please send a letter of application including brief statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, curriculum vitae, transcripts, “Jobs in Geography” lists positions available with US institutions who are Equal Opportunity Employers seeking applications from men and women from all racial, religious, and national origin and three letters of recommendation. The search groups, and occasional positions with foreign institutions. will remain open until the position is filled or Rates: Minimum charge of $150. Listings will be charged at $1.25 per word. Announcements run closed; however, the screening committee will for two consecutive issues unless a stated deadline permits only one listing. The charge for running begin reviewing applications on 15 January 2003. an announcement more than twice is one-third the original charge for each subsequent listing. We JAN 03-25. will bill institutions listing jobs after their announcements appear in JIG for the first time. Apply: Search Committee Chair, Department Deadline: JIG announcements must reach the AAG before the first of the month to appear in JIG for the of Geography and Public Planning. Voice 928- following month (eg: 1 January for February issue). Readers will receive their Newsletter copies between 523-2650. Fax 928-523-1080. E-mail geog@ the 5th and the 15th of the month. Schedule job closing dates with these delivery dates in mind. nau.edu; please visit http://www.geog.nau. 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22 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 38, Number 1 johnmuir.ucdavis.edu/terc_dir.html. The Univer- Applicants should demonstrate a firm commitment commitment to teach a diverse student popula- sity of California, Davis, invites nominations and to excellent teaching as well as to research and tion. The normal teaching load is 12 units per applications for an 11-month position as Director service. The candidate should demonstrate a strong semester, although a reduced teaching load is (50%), Tahoe Environmental Research Center commitment to teach a diverse student population. usually available the first year of appointment. (TERC) and Professor (50%). The director will The normal teaching load is 12 units per semester, The Department’s web page is at provide academic and administrative leadership although a reduced teaching load is usually avail- www.csun.edu/geography. CSUN is an Equal for the TERC and conduct research and teach at able the first year of appointment. The Depart- Opportunity, Title IX, Section 503 and 504 both undergraduate and graduate levels in an ment’s web page is at www.csun.edu/geography employer. If not a U.S. citizen at the time of appropriate academic department at UC Davis. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, Section appointment, the successful candidate must have The TERC will be located on the north shore of 503 and 504 employer. If not a U.S. citizen at the authorization from Immigration and Naturaliza- Lake Tahoe in California, a 2.5-hour drive from time of appointment, the successful candidate must tion Services to work within the United States. the Davis campus. Research at the Center will have authorization from Immigration and Natural- To apply, send letter of application, curricu- focus on the physical, chemical, and biological ization Services to work within the United States. lum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and, effects of human development on the ecology of To apply, send letter of application, curricu- if possible, evidence of teaching effectiveness. freshwater lakes, streams and watersheds, includ- lum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and, Deadline for applications and receipt of support- ing various aspects of water quality, air quality, if possible, evidence of teaching effectiveness. ing materials is 1 March 2003. DEC 02-262. forest health, biodiversity, and socioeconomics. Deadline for applications and receipt of support- Apply: Chair, Search and Screening Commit- The web site has additional information and ing materials is 15 March 2003. JAN 03-16. tee, Department of Geography, California State instructions on how to apply. Nominations and Apply: Geographic Education Recruitment University, Northridge, CA 91330-8249. applications should be received by 10 January Chair, Search and Screening Committee, Depart- 2003. The University of California, Davis is an ment of Geography, California State University, CALIFORNIA, SAN BERNARDINO 92407- equal opportunity /affirmative action employer. Northridge, CA 91330-8249. 2397. California State University, San Bernardi- DEC 02-252. no, Department of Geography, anticipates fund- CALIFORNIA, NORTHRIDGE 91330-8249. ing will be available for a tenure-track position at *CALIFORNIA, NORTHRIDGE 91330-8249. California State University, Northridge. Full- the rank of Assistant Professor beginning Sep- California State University, Northridge. Full-time time tenure track Assistant Professor effective tember 2003. We seek a Social Geographer with tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor effec- August 2003 in Environmental Geography. teaching and research interests in U.S.-Mexico tive August 2003 in Geography Education. Appli- Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Geography in Borderlands. The successful candidate must be cants must have a Ph.D. in Geography in hand, or hand, or near completion, at time of appoint- able to develop and teach one or more courses on near completion, at time of appointment. Appli- ment. Applicants that do not have a Ph.D. in topics related to the Borderlands region. In addi- cants that do not have a Ph.D. in hand at time of hand at time of appointment will be appointed as tion, ability to teach introductory geography appointment will be appointed as one-year lectur- a one-year lecturer and converted to tenure track courses that fulfill general education requirements ers and converted to tenure track at completion of at completion of the doctorate. A Ph.D. will be is expected. The applicant should demonstrate an the doctorate. A Ph.D. will be required for the required for the granting of tenure. We welcome ability to work with undergraduate students and a granting of tenure. applications from candidates who are broadly willingness to engage them in practical research. Applicants must combine a high level of aca- trained environmental specialists with expertise Doctorate in Geography at time of appointment demic expertise in Geography and History with a in human-environment interactions; other desir- is preferred. Candidates will be expected to meet focus on Geographic Education. Research and able areas of interest include resource and envi- the traditional requirements of excellence in teaching interests in Geographic Education are ronmental management, habitat restoration, con- teaching, active scholarly and professional work, expected. In addition, the successful candidate servation, environmental impact assessment and and service to the community and the University. will have a regional specialization in the United writing, biogeography, and environmental haz- Salary is dependent upon qualifications and expe- States with an ability to teach California for Edu- ards. Applied experience, familiarity with the rience. Generous medical, dental and vision bene- cators, a geography/history course for teachers. American west, and ability to use GIS and relat- fits, and support for moving expenses are avail- Ability to teach World Regional Geography is also ed research technologies are also advantageous. able. A current vita with letter of application that desirable. Other areas of specialization are open. Teaching responsibilities will include lower includes statement on teaching philosophy and Teaching responsibilities will include Califor- division general education courses in physical strategies, research/professional accomplishments nia for Educators, and lower and upper division and/or human geography, upper division courses and academic goals are to be sent to this depart- general education courses. The successful candi- in human impacts on the environment, soils and ment by 15 December 2002, or until position is date will develop curriculum for K-12 teachers vegetation, conservation, and environmental filled. Also submit the names, telephone and fax which may involve partnering with other disci- impact statements, plus advanced and graduate numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references, plines in the College of Social and Behavioral courses in area of specialization. along with an official copy of the most recent Sciences. Outreach activities to local area Cal State Northridge is a large, primarily transcripts. DEC 02-279. schools will be important. Contribution to the undergraduate institution with a strong commit- Apply: Dr. James L. Mulvihill, Chair, Depart- department’s program at all levels in expected. ment to teaching and teacher education. Appli- ment of Geography, California State University, Cal State Northridge is a large, primarily cants should demonstrate a firm commitment to San Bernardino, 5500 University Parkway, San undergraduate institution with a strong com- excellent teaching as well as to research and serv- Bernardino CA 92407-2397. Voice 909-880- mitment to teaching and teacher education. ice. The candidate should demonstrate a strong 5519. E-mail [email protected].

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*CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO 94132. fields related to business, information and com- maintaining a vigorous research agenda is a must. San Francisco State University invites applica- munications, as well as from candidates in all the Ability to teach a techniques course, e.g., GIS or tions for an outstanding senior professor (Associ- subfields listed below. We would be especially remote sensing desirable but not required. Quali- ate Professor or Professor rank with tenure) to interested in scholars who specialize in the study fications: Earned doctorate at the time of serve as Director of our innovative, three-year of technology, its impact and its relations to busi- appointment in Geography or related fields with old, growing, interdisciplinary Environmental ness and policy. specialization in critical human geography and Studies Program. Successful applicants must: be The STIA program (see www.georgetown. social theory. Must be able to teach social theory an excellent leader and spokesperson for the Pro- edu/sfs/programs/stia) offers an undergraduate and spatial structures, as well as several classes in gram in The College of Behavioral and Social major to more than 100 students in the Walsh the area of critical theoretical approaches to Sciences, and San Francisco State University School of Foreign Service. It addresses the inter- human environment interactions, politic econo- realms; have demonstrated ability to: secure section of science, technology, business and gov- my of development, gender roles or human external funding to help support curriculum ernment in an international context, and is rights. Preferred Qualifications: college teaching development, laboratory instrumentation, and organized into four subfields: “Business, Informa- experience with evidence of strong teaching skills Program infrastructure; be an accomplished tion and Communications,” including the impact and a strong research agenda and record of pub- researcher in Environmental Studies, have taught of innovations in information technology on lishing in relevant scholarly journals. successfully in Environmental Studies or related business, government and international affairs, Responsibilities: Teach Cultural Geography, fields, and be skilled at collaborating and leading “Biotechnology and International Health,” Social Theory and Spatial Structures, Gender and the many Environmental Studies Program faculty including political, economic, social and cultural Geography; and other courses within specialty. from different academic fields. The qualifications factors, “Technology and Security,” including May have opportunity to teach in graduate pro- for the position are: a doctoral degree in Envi- nuclear proliferation, technology and military gram. Teaching load is 3/2. Other responsibilities ronmental Studies or related field; a highly strategy, and unconventional security threats, include maintaining an active research and publi- accomplished research and publication record and “Environment,” including environmental sci- cation program and performing university service and teaching experience and national visibility in ence, politics and economics. as needed. DEC 02-289. the field of Environmental Studies. For informa- Consideration of candidates for this position Apply: Dr. Rebecca Johns, Chair of Geogra- tion about the SFSU Environmental Studies Pro- will begin on 31 October 2002, and will contin- phy Search Committee, 140 Seventh Avenue gram, please view the Program’s website: ue until the position is filled. Candidates for South. Application Deadline: All applications http://bss.sfsu.edu/envstudies. these positions will be judged on the basis of must be received by 15 January 2003. Application process: please send a letter of their record in both teaching and scholarship. application, a curriculum vita, three letters of ref- Georgetown University is an equal opportunity/ *FLORIDA, TALLAHASSEE 32306. Florida erence, and a statement of academic leadership affirmative action employer. Candidates should State University. Tenure-track Assistant Profes- philosophy to the address below. JAN 03-24. submit a statement of interest, a resume, copies of sor position in Geographic Information Systems Apply: Dr. Joel Kassiola, Dean, College of representative publications and the names of beginning August 2003. Ph.D. required. The Behavioral and Social Sciences, San Francisco three referees to the address below. DEC 02-253. applicant must demonstrate strong potential for State University, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Apply: Chair, STIA Search Committee, c/o an active research program, effective teaching, Francisco, CA 94132. Voice 415-338-1846. Fax Dr. Peter Dunkley, Associate Dean for Faculty and external funding. More information on the 415-338-1980. E-mail [email protected]. Affairs, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Ser- department and this position is available at Applicant screening will begin 15 February vice, 301 ICC Building, Georgetown University, http://www.fsu.edu/~geog. Applicants should 2003 and continue until the position is filled. San Washington DC 20057. submit curriculum vitae, letter of interest, sample Francisco State University is a member of the publications, and three letters of reference by 28 California State University System and serves a FLORIDA, ST. PETERSBURG 33701. The February 2003. Florida State University is an diverse student body of over 28,000 undergradu- University of South Florida St. Petersburg is affirmative action, equal opportunity institution ate and graduate students. The mission of the seeking an Assistant Professor for a tenure-track and strongly encourages applications from University is to promote scholarship, freedom, position in the area of critical human geography women and minorities. JAN 03-17. human diversity, excellence in instruction and and social theory. The candidates for the posi- Apply: Dr. Jay Baker, Dept. of Geography. intellectual accomplishment. We are particularly tion will have research interests in one of the fol- Voice 850-644-8380. Fax 850-644-5913. E-mail interested in attracting women, ethnic minorities, lowing areas: critical engagement with landscape [email protected]. Submission of c.v.’s by E- and persons with disabilities. San Francisco State and/or social space, critical theoretical approach- mail is strongly encouraged. University is an Affirmative Action Equal Oppor- es to human environment interactions, political tunity Employer. economy of development and underdevelop- *HAWAII, HONOLULU 96822. The Univer- ment, gender and feminist theory and/or global- sity of Hawaii Department of Geography seeks DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WASHINGTON ization, and human rights. An ideal candidate to fill a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty 20057. Assistant Professor in Science, Technol- will bring a strong social theoretical background position in the area of marine resources with a ogy and International Affairs. The School of to the study of any of the above thematic areas as regional focus on the Pacific. The appointment is Foreign Service at Georgetown University invites well as combine some of them in her/his expected to be at the level of Assistant Professor, applications for a tenure-track position in the research. There is a strong possibility of gradu- is to start August 2003, and is contingent on posi- Program in Science, Technology and Internation- ate level teaching and advising, but a strong tion clearance and funding. Applicants with any al Affairs (STIA) from scholars who specialize in commitment to undergraduate teaching while combination of interests and expertise consistent

24 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 38, Number 1 with the foregoing will be viewed with great Department home page http://www.eiu. with such fields as landscape architecture, archi- interest. The Department is particularly keen to edu/~geoscience. tecture, and graphics design are readily avail- receive applications from those working at the able. The department offers two accredited interface of the natural and social sciences, or *IOWA, AMES 50011. The Department of planning degrees: Bachelor of Science in Com- able to apply such sciences to policy- or manage- Community and Regional Planning at Iowa State munity and Regional Planning and Master’s in ment-relevant questions. University is seeking to fill one tenure-track or Community and Regional Planning. The Applicants are expected to hold a doctorate in tenured faculty position at the rank of Assistant department also offers joint Master’s degrees geography or a relevant field at the time of or Associate Professor starting 15 August 2003. with Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Pub- appointment. Salary range: $36,720-54,336 per The primary area of expertise in this position is lic Administration, and Business Administration. year, commensurate with qualifications and expe- geographic information systems (GIS) technolo- In addition, the department offers a master’s rience. Applications should include a letter of gies and applications related to planning. The degree in Transportation Planning jointly with introduction describing the candidate’s research successful candidate will be expected to be the departments of Civil Engineering and Trans- and teaching interests, a CV, and the names and involved in teaching/research and extension/out- portation and Logistics. Presently, faculty and contact information of three individuals who can reach activities. students are actively engaged in research and provide references. Review of applications will Candidates at the assistant professor level outreach in such areas as transportation plan- begin on 20 January 2003, and continue until the must have, at a minimum, the following qualifi- ning, comprehensive planning, growth manage- position is filled. JAN 03-09. cations: a Master’s degree in planning with five ment, environmental planning, community eco- Applications should be addressed to: Chair of years of field GIS experience plus AICP member- nomic development, and rural policy and plan- the Personnel Committee; Dept. of Geography; ship or eligibility; OR, a Ph.D., at the time of ning issues. For more information about the Saunders Hall 445; Honolulu, HI 96822. appointment, in planning or related discipline department, visit http:// www.public.iastate.edu/ EEO/AA employer. Also posted at http:// with one or more years of field GIS experience ~design/crp/crp.html. workatuh.hawaii.edu. plus AICP membership or eligibility. Candidates Iowa State University is an Equal Opportuni- at the associate professor level must have a Ph.D. ty/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and ILLINOIS, CHARLESTON 61920. Eastern in planning or related discipline with six or more women are particularly encouraged to apply. Illinois University. The Department of Geolo- years of teaching (at the university level), gy/Geography seeks a Human Geographer for research, and outreach experiences in GIS plus IOWA, CEDAR FALLS 50614-0406. Univer- an entry level, tenure-track Assistant Professor AICP membership or eligibility. sity of Northern Iowa. Assistant Professor. position beginning August 2003. A Ph.D. is Preferences will be given to candidates who Tenure-track position beginning August 2003. required at time of appointment. Teaching expe- have a Ph.D. in planning and a demonstrated Ph.D. required. Expertise in Geographic Infor- rience is preferred. We seek applicants specializ- record of teaching (at the university level), mation System (GIS) Applications, involving ing in economic geography, agriculture or rural research, and outreach experiences in GIS. The spatial analysis in human geography and the development, natural resources, and human-envi- preferred skills include vector and raster GIS social sciences. Teaching duties to include intro- ronment interactions; a regional specialization in database design and creation, geographic data ductory Human Geography, introductory GIS, Africa is desirable. The successful candidate is analysis and modeling, and data visualization in and advanced GIS with applications in aspects of expected to teach some combination of introduc- the environment of ArcView GIS, ArcGIS/ArcIn- the social sciences. University-level teaching tory cultural and/or world regional geography, fo, and their extensions. Expertise in remote experience preferred; and demonstrated potential economic geography, human impact on the envi- sensing and global positioning system (GPS) is for research and scholarship is required. This is a ronment, a regional geography course, and also desirable. Salary is competitive. new faculty position to join two current col- Senior Seminar. Dedication to undergraduate Applicants should send a letter of interest, a leagues with responsibilities for our growing GIS teaching and collaborative student/faculty copy of their curriculum vitae, names of three program. Geography is scheduled to move into a research is expected. A successful candidate references, and examples of their GIS work. The newly renovated building with state-of-the-art would also be expected to contribute to research letter should address the applicant’s qualifica- facilities in 2005. Salary is commensurate with studies in the local region. Faculty members tions, courses the applicant is prepared to teach, qualifications and experience. For more informa- must maintain excellence in teaching, be active in applicant’s research interests, outreach experi- tion about the Department, visit our home page research/scholarly activity in their specialty, and ences, GIS background and GIS field experience. at http://www.uni.edu/geography The Depart- engage in service for tenure and promotion. Review of applications will begin 15 January ment encourages applications from minority per- Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, 2003, and will continue until the position is sons, women, persons with disabilities, and Viet- three letters of reference, and undergraduate and filled. Applications should to be mailed to the nam era veterans. graduate transcripts, by 31 January 2003. Review address below. JAN 03-11. Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, of applications will begin 31 January 2003 and Apply: Dr. I-Shian (Ivan) Suen, Chair of CRP and the names and contact information of three continue until the position is filled. DEC 02-273. GIS Faculty Search Committee, 126 College of references. Deadline for receipt of applications is Apply: Dr. Vincent P. Gutowski, Chair, Design, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 16 January 2003. DEC 02-246. Search Committee, Department of Geology/ 50011-3095. Voice 515 294-8958. Fax 515 294- Apply: Philip W. Suckling, Head, Depart- Geography, 600 Lincoln Avenue. Voice 217- 4015. E-mail [email protected]. ment of Geography. Voice 319-273-2772. Fax 581-3825. Fax 217-581-6613. E-mail cfvpg The department of community and regional 319-273-7103. E-mail [email protected]. The @eiu.edu. Eastern Illinois University is an Affir- planning is located within the College of University is an equal opportunity employer with mative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. 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IOWA, IOWA CITY 52242. The University of KENTUCKY, LEXINGTON 40506-0027. have demonstrated their ability or potential to Iowa. Tenure-track, Assistant Professor in the The University of Kentucky Department of make significant and sustained contributions to Department of Geography beginning August Geography invites applications for a full-time, human geography. Excellence in an area of research 2003. The successful candidate will have a strong tenure-track Assistant Professor position to that would strategically extend existing departmen- research program and teaching expertise on the begin August 2003. We are committed to hiring tal strengths (see http://www.uky.edu/ArtsSciences/ environment of East Asia. The position requires a person who will contribute significantly to Geography/) is sought. An applicant’s research teaching at both undergraduate and graduate lev- diversifying the faculty at our institution and to and publishing program should draw upon and els to strengthen the Department’s program in serving an increasingly diverse student body. We contribute to critical approaches in, for example, environmental studies. Ph.D. at time of appoint- seek a scholar in Urban and Cultural Geography political economy, poststructuralism, critical race ment and teaching experience are desired. Salary with regional expertise in the U.S. South. Spe- theory, political ecology, psychoanalysis, femi- commensurate with ability. The candidate will cializations in the areas of African-American nist theory, queer theory, or postcolonialism. have the opportunity to work with a community experience in the South, race and urban space, Substantive research and teaching interests may of scholars in international and environmental public space and identity, and social policy, are be in any area of human geography. Internation- studies, including the Center for Asian and Pacif- particularly desirable. al expertise is desirable, though not necessary. ic Studies. Submit a vita and a letter describing The Department of Geography has been des- We seek a person interested in further strength- research and teaching experience, and arrange to ignated as one of 11 centers of research excel- ening our links with relevant interdisciplinary pro- have three letters of reference sent. Screening lence at the University of Kentucky by the Com- grams, including the Committee on Social Theory will begin 10 December 2002. The University of monwealth of Kentucky Council on Post-Sec- (http://www.uky.edu/ AS/SocTheo/). Academic Iowa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity ondary Education, and offers a collegial and sup- responsibilities include undergraduate and gradu- Employer; women and minorities are strongly portive environment for tenure-track faculty ate level instruction as well as graduate student urged to apply. Send application materials to the members. The Department of Geography recog- advising and mentoring. address below. DEC 02-250. nizes and appreciates the value of a diverse aca- The Department of Geography has been des- Apply: George Malanson, Search Committee demic community, and the University of Ken- ignated as one of 11 centers of research excellence Chair, Department of Geography, 316 Jessup tucky is a pro-active Affirmative Action employ- at the University of Kentucky by the Common- Hall. Voice 319-335-0540. Fax 319-335-2725. er. The successful applicant will be expected to wealth of Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary E-mail [email protected]. For addi- make significant and sustained contributions to Education, and offers a collegial and supportive tional information about the department see relevant areas of research and scholarship. Teach- environment for professional development. We www.uiowa.edu/~geog. ing duties will include courses at the undergradu- recognize and appreciate the value of a diverse ate and graduate levels in Geography, and one academic community, and the University of Ken- KENTUCKY, BOWLING GREEN 42101- course per year in the African American Studies tucky is a pro-active Affirmative Action employer. 3576. Western Kentucky University. The and Research Program. Each applicant should submit the following: Department of Geography and Geology invites Applicants should have the Ph.D. in hand and (1) an outline of current research and plans for applications for a tenure-track Environ- should have begun to establish a record of excel- future research; (2) a description of teaching mental/Physical Geographer position beginning lence in scholarship and teaching. Each applicant experience and approach to instruction; (3) a August 2003. Ph.D. preferred, but exceptional should submit a statement outlining his or her past complete c.v.; (4) up to three reprints or examples ABD applicants will be considered. Demonstrat- and current research and plans for future research; of written work; and (5) three letters of reference. ed teaching and research expertise in hydrology a statement describing his or her teaching experi- Review of applications will begin on 15 January (land surface and atmospheric), water resource ence and approach to instruction; a complete c.v.; 2003 and continue until the position is filled. management, water quality, and wetlands are and the names, addresses and e-mail addresses for DEC 02-287. required. Ability to teach remote sensing and its three referees. The review of applications will Apply: Dr. Susan Roberts, Chair, Search integration/application highly desirable. Exper- begin on 15 January 2003 and continue until the Committee, Department of Geography, Univer- tise in grant writing and administration prefer- position is filled. DEC 02-286. sity of Kentucky, 1457 Patterson Office Tower, able. Send a letter of application, curriculum Apply: Dr. John Paul Jones, III, Chair, Search Lexington, KY 40506-0027 USA. Voice 859- vitae, and the names of three references to the Committee, Department of Geography, Univer- 257-2399. E-mail [email protected]. address below. DEC 02-258. sity of Kentucky, 1457 Patterson Office Tower, Apply: Search Committee Chair, Department Lexington, KY 40506-0027 USA. Voice 859- KENTUCKY, MOREHEAD 40351. Morehead of Geography and Geology, Western Kentucky 257-8851. E-mail [email protected]. State University’s Department of Geography, University, One Big Red Way, Bowling Green, Government, and History is seeking applications KY 42101. Review of applications will begin 15 KENTUCKY, LEXINGTON 40506-0027. for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor January 2003, and will continue until the position The University of Kentucky Department of of Geography beginning August 2003. The is filled. Detailed information about the Depart- Geography invites applications for a tenure-track department is expanding the curriculum and ment is available online at www.wku.edu/ position in Human Geography with an emphasis seeks a broadly trained geographer with interests geoweb. All qualified individuals are encouraged on critical social theory, to begin August 2003. in one or more of the following areas: biogeog- to apply including women, minorities, persons Appointment will be at the Assistant or Associ- raphy, sustainable development or environmental with disabilities and disabled veterans. Western ate level, with the possibility of appointment at planning. This individual will share responsibili- Kentucky University is an Affirmative Action/ the Full Professor level in an exceptional case. ty for introductory physical geography courses. Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from scholars who Regional specialization is open but interests in

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Appalachia helpful. Must have strong commit- Louisiana at Monroe, 700 University Ave., are filled. To apply, send a complete application ment to quality teaching and to further develop- Monroe, LA 71209. package, including a letter of application, resume, ing the geography program. Instructional load is statement of teaching philosophy and three pro- 12 hours per semester. An active research pro- *MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK 20742. The fessional references, to the address below. JAN gram is a requirement for tenure consideration. University of Maryland invites applications and 03-21. Potential exists for interaction with MSU’s Insti- nominations for the position of Dean of the Col- Apply: Human Resources Department, Fitch- tute for Regional Analysis and Public Policy. lege of Behavioral and Social Sciences. Infor- burg State College, 160 Pearl Street, Fitchburg, Qualifications: A completed Ph.D. is pre- mation about the College may be found on its MA 01420. An Equal Opportunity, Affirmative ferred; but advanced ABD will be considered. website, http://www.bsos.umd.edu. Candidates Action Employer. Desired Qualifications: The ability to inte- should have qualifications for a tenured full pro- grate GIS or Remote Sensing into courses is fessorship in one of the College’s academic MICHIGAN, EAST LANSING 48824. Michi- highly desirable. For more information, contact departments; a distinguished record of scholarly gan State University invites applications and Dr. Royal Berglee, Search Committee Chair, at achievement; a strong commitment to excellence seeks nominations for a John A. Hannah Distin- 606-783-2454 or [email protected]. in teaching, research, and service; a demonstrat- guished Professor in Land Use Policy. The Review of applications will begin 31 January ed commitment to diversity; demonstrated abili- position is jointly sponsored by the College of 2003, and will continue until position is filled. ty to obtain external funding; demonstrated Agriculture and Natural Resources, the College To ensure consideration, submit letter of applica- administrative ability; an appreciation of the of Natural Science, and the College of Social Sci- tion, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching abil- applied aspects of the behavioral and social sci- ence. This is a tenured position with research, ity (e.g., syllabi, exams, teaching evaluations), ences, excellent interpersonal and communica- teaching and outreach expectations. The indi- and names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and tion skills; the ability to serve as a university vidual selected should provide leadership in mul- phone numbers of three references to the address leader. To receive the full position description, tidisciplinary efforts focused on integrating land below. DEC 02-282. please send an e-mail request to: mahaffys@ use issues in Michigan and the Great Lakes Apply: Office of Human Resources, Attn: umd.edu Region within the context of national and global Geog. #880, Morehead State University, HM Applicants and nominees should submit a let- ecological and economic sustainability. 101, Morehead, KY 40351. To apply on-line, ter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names, Michigan State University is searching for an visit: http://www.moreheadstate.edu/prospects/ addresses and telephone numbers of at least four individual with a distinguished record of achieve- jobapp.html and attach the required application persons who can be contacted by the search ment; a multidisciplinary orientation; an apprecia- materials. MSU is an EO/AA employer. committee for references. For best consideration, tion of a systems approach; a demonstrated sensi- all materials should be received by 15 January tivity to land use issues; an ability to advocate for LOUISIANA, MONROE 71209. The Depart- 2003. Please send all materials to the address the entire academy as well as its parts and to bring ment of Geosciences at The University of below. JAN 03-08-1. opportunities together in new and effective ways; Louisiana at Monroe announces a tenure-track Apply: Search Committee for the College of significant research teaching and outreach capabil- faculty opening in geography effective Fall 2003. Behavioral and Social Sciences, Attention: Ms. ities; and a demonstrated commitment to the land We seek applicants whose teaching and research Sheila Mahaffy; 1119 Main Administration Build- grant philosophy. Applicants must have earned a interests focus on Environmental Geography ing; University of Maryland; College Park, terminal degree in a related field, have expertise in and who have experience with GIS/ Remote Maryland 20742. Please feel free to direct land use issues, have a demonstrated record of Sensing. The successful candidate should also be inquiries to the chair of the committee, Dr. James obtaining extramural funding, and must be eligible prepared to teach introductory world regional F. Harris, via e-mail to [email protected]. to hold the rank of tenured full professor. geography courses and assist in managing the Women and minority candidates are encour- Responsibilities of the successful candidate departmental computer laboratory. Experience aged to apply. include: with computer systems/networks is desirable. Conducting highly creative and outstanding Candidates must have a Ph.D. and be committed *MASSACHUSETTS, FITCHBURG 01420. research on land use issues such as land use man- to excellence in teaching and research. Fitchburg State College invites applications for a agement; environmental impacts of land use The Department offers B.S. and M.S. degrees tenure-track position in the Geo/Physical Sci- change; land conservation; governmental poli- in geosciences with concentrations in geography, ences department, beginning 1 September 2003. cies influencing the use of and competition for geology, and atmospheric sciences. Facilities Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Geography at land resources; and urban sprawl and smart include a state-of-the-art computer laboratory for the time of appointment. Must possess strong growth issues. teaching and research with access to remote sens- technical skills in GIS (preferably ArcView) and Catalyzing, facilitating, integrating and coor- ing and GIS software (ERDAS, ArcInfo, ArcView, Cartography. Share responsibility for teaching dinating collaborative research and Idrisi, etc.) and databases. an introductory course in geography, and capable extension/outreach relationships and ventures Review of applications begins 18 February of offering upper-level courses in the areas of with colleagues across the University as well as 2003. Applicants should send a letter of applica- Human and/or Regional Geography. The with peers in other universities and institutions. tion, curriculum vita, copies of all transcripts, and department offers B.A. and B.S. degrees in Geog- These ventures include the attraction of contracts the names and address of three references. ULM raphy and Earth Science (professional and teach- and grants. is an AA/EEO employer. DEC 02-263. ing tracks). Providing leadership for undergraduate, Apply: Dr. Mervin Kontrovitz, Head, Depart- The priority application review date is 20 Jan- graduate and off-campus land use educational ment of Geosciences, The University of uary 2003, yet review continues until positions programs.

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Supplying intellectual guidance to and collab- determined in consultation with the department equipped with industry-standard GIS and remote orating with various external audiences such as chairs. The appointee to this position will also sensing (and complementary statistical) software local, state, and national leaders and policy mak- be expected to involve undergraduates in his/her for teaching and learning. Western Michigan ers; local, state and federal governmental agencies; research, and will be encouraged to collaborate University, a student-centered research universi- agricultural, natural resource, environmental, con- with Hope faculty. ty, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action servation, and community organizations. Hope College is a distinctive and distin- employer and encourages applications from Articulating a clear vision of research, teach- guished four-year, liberal arts, undergraduate underrepresented groups. Send letter of applica- ing and outreach that effectively addresses exist- institution, affiliated with the Reformed Church tion, vita, statement of teaching philosophy and ing and future land use issues. in America, and known and respected for excel- capacity, graduate transcripts, and three letters of The John A. Hannah Distinguished Profes- lence in science and mathematics. The Division reference to the address below. DEC 02-277. sorships were established in 1969 to expand and of Natural Sciences at Hope includes the depart- Apply: David G. Dickason, Professor & maintain excellence in the faculty across broad ments of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Chair, Department of Geography, 1903 W. areas of MSU. They are awarded to exception- Geological & Environmental Sciences, Mathe- Michigan Avenue, Western Michigan University, al scholar-teachers to honor Hannah’s 25 years matics, Nursing, and Physics and totals over 60 Kalamazoo MI, 49008-5424. Fax 269-387-3442. as president of the University. The individual FTE faculty. Hope College has a long-standing E-mail [email protected]. Review of selected for this position would have access commitment to provide students opportunities to applications will begin 2 December 2002 and to significant operating funds annually for pro- learn cutting-edge science in coherent and rigor- continue until the position is filled. gram support. ous laboratory courses that stress hands-on, Beginning date for the John Hannah Distin- research-based modes of learning, and to work in MINNESOTA, ST. PAUL 55105. Applications guished Professorship of Land Use Policy is Fall a collaborative manner with faculty in research. are invited for the position of Policy Associate to 2003 and applications will be received until 15 In comparison with all colleges and universities, begin Fall 2003, a two- to three-year position cre- December 2002 or until a suitable candidate is U.S. News & World Report recently ranked ated to support Macalester’s new program in identified. Women and minorities are encour- Hope College #4 in the nation for undergraduate Quantitative Methods for Public Policy, a FIPSE aged to apply. Send applications (including three research. The Division of Natural Sciences at funded program that introduces students to the references, CV, and statement of current/future Hope is one of only 10 liberal arts institutions to basic quantitative concepts -mathematical, statisti- research interests and goals) to the address be recently recognized by the NSF with an cal, economic-that are needed by informed citi- below. DEC 02-248. Award for the Integration of Research and Educa- zens to support full participation in public policy Apply: Richard E. Groop, Chair, Hannah tion (AIRE). discussions. Candidates should be completing or Land Use Search Committee, 315 Natural Sci- Interested applicants should submit a letter of have completed the PhD or an equivalent degree ence Building, Michigan State University, East application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, a state- in a field that is relevant to public policy debate. Lansing, MI 48824. Voice 517-355-4651. E-mail ment of teaching philosophy and competencies, This person will teach one course per semester and [email protected]. and a description of scholarly research. Appli- support faculty teaching in the Quantitative Meth- This announcement and other MSU links cants should also request that three letters of ref- ods program by guest lecturing, assisting with may be accessed at: http://www.msu.edu/unit/ erence be sent. Materials should be submitted to workshops, running a faculty seminar, and helping facrecds/jobindex.htm. the address below. DEC 02-288. to identify relevant materials. Further information MSU is an affirmative action/equal opportuni- Apply: Dr. Jonathan W. Peterson, Chair; is at http://www. macalester.edu/~bressoud/ ty employer. Handicappers have the right to Department of Geological & Environmental Sci- qm4pp/position_ad.html. request and receive reasonable accommodation. ences; Hope College; P.O. Box 9000, Holland, Applicants should send a cover letter and MI 49422-9000. Preliminary inquiries may be resume as well as statements of research interests MICHIGAN, HOLLAND 49422-9000. The sent by E-mail to [email protected]. Deadline and teaching philosophy, and three letters of ref- Department of Geological & Environmental Sci- is 1 February 2003. erence to the address below. DEC 02-244. ence and the Department of Biology at Hope Apply: Human Resources, Macalester College, College seek applicants for a one-year position, MICHIGAN, KALAMAZOO 49008-5424. 1600 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 or E- beginning in the Fall of 2003. This non-tenure Western Michigan University seeks applications mail [email protected]. Applications are due 31 track position will be at the Assistant Professor for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Geog- January 2003, but will be accepted until the posi- level and will be funded by the NSF-AIRE Visit- raphy (tenure-track starting in August 2003), tion is filled. Macalester is an Equal Opportunity ing Scholars Program. The position is interdisci- pending budgetary approval. Ph.D. degree in Employer committed to a diverse work force. plinary. Applicants from the fields of geology, geography with principal specialization in environmental science, biology and geography remote sensing and subsidiary specialization in MINNESOTA, ST. PETER 56082. Gustavus will be considered. According to the guidelines any combination of environmental-physical Adolphus College, Department of Geography, of the program, the visiting scholar will be geography is preferred. The ability to apply invites nominations and applications for a tenure- engaged in undergraduate teaching and research. computer-assisted analytical methods comple- track position of Assistant Professor of Environ- The successful applicant will be expected to mentary to remote sensing in the teaching/learn- mental Geography to begin 1 September 2003. teach three courses (9 contact hours) per aca- ing environment and in research is advantageous. Responsibilities will include teaching introduc- demic year (2-semesters) including a rigorous Western Michigan University has outstanding tory courses in physical geography, GIS, and/or undergraduate-level course in geographic infor- facilities for remote sensing instruction and world regional geography, and upper level courses mation systems (GIS). Additional courses will be research, including 3 departmental labs fully in human-environment interactions and/or

28 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 38, Number 1 physical geography, appropriate to areas of spe- Professor or Professor. Administrative experi- largest geography program in New York City, cialization. Research and teaching interests in one ence and experience in the development of inter- seeks to fill a tenure-track faculty position starting or more of the following areas are desirable: cli- disciplinary research programs particularly those August 2003, subject to financial ability. matology, biogeography, political ecology, human related to environmental issues are preferable. A geographer with specialties in biogeogra- dimensions of global change, resource use, sus- Familiarity with GIS applications in earth and phy and remote sensing is needed to participate tainable development, and environmental hazards. environmental science is desirable. Salary range in expanding geography and environmental stud- The College requires a high level of dedication to $56,684-$93,507. ies programs. The successful candidate will teach teaching in the liberal arts tradition, and encour- To apply, please submit a curriculum vitae, a mix of undergraduate and graduate level cours- ages faculty to engage in collaborative research names, addresses and phone numbers of three es, conduct research in the area of specialization, with advanced undergraduate students. references to the address below. JAN 03-04. and mentor students. We seek candidates who have, preferably, Apply: Search Committee of the Chair for The Ph.D. is required at the time of appoint- earned their Ph.D. at time of appointment. We Department of Geology and Geography, Office ment. A strong record of or potential for teach- particularly seek individuals with a regional spe- of the Dean of Natural and Social Sciences, ing, research, funding, and publication is neces- cialization outside North America (opportunity Lehman College/CUNY, 250 Bedford Park sary for consideration. Good interpersonal skills to lead travel course during January-Term). Pref- Boulevard West, Shuster Hall, Room 302, Bronx, and effective oral and written communication erence may be given to candidates who can NY 10468-1589. Review of applications to begin skills are essential. Rank and salary is dependent strengthen existing interdisciplinary studies pro- 13 December 2002 and continue until the posi- on qualifications and experience. grams in Environmental Studies and/or Latin tion is filled. To apply, send a cover letter that discusses American Studies. Lehman College/CUNY is an EO/AA/ teaching and research agendas, curriculum vitae, Gustavus Adolphus College is a coeducation- ADA/IRCA Employer. www.lehman.cuny.edu. a sample of recent publications, and full contact al, private, Lutheran (ELCA), residential, nation- information for at least three references before 1 al liberal arts college of 2,500 students. It is the *NEW YORK, BROOKVILLE 11548. C.W. March 2003 to the address below. JAN 03-06. policy and practice of the College to provide Post College of Long Island University. The Apply: Prof. Charles Heatwole, Chair, equal educational and employment opportunities Department of Earth and Environmental Science Department of Geography, Hunter College – for all. We specifically encourage applications invites applications for a tenure-track position at CUNY, 695 Park Avenue, NY, NY 10021. E-mail from women, minorities, and persons with dis- the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in the [email protected]. Hunter College is an abilities. Review of applications will begin on 31 fall semester, 2003, pending budget approval. EOE, ADA, AA, IRCA employer. January 2003, and continue until the position is The Department offers undergraduate filled. For more information, view homepage at: degrees in geography and geology, and interdis- NEW YORK, POUGHKEEPSIE 12604. The http://www.gustavus.edu/oncampus/academics/g ciplinary degrees in earth system science and Department of Geology and Geography at Vassar eography/geography.cfm. environmental science. Master’s degrees are College invites applications for a tenure-track To apply, send letter of application, curricu- offered in environmental studies and earth appointment as Assistant Professor in Human lum vitae, statements of teaching philosophy and science education. The department seeks a Geography. We seek expertise in cultural, histor- research interests, and three to five letters from broadly trained geographer, prepared to teach ical, and humanistic geography. Interests in social professional references to the address below. introductory courses in human and physical theory, feminist geography, and political ecology DEC 02-275. geography and advanced courses in his or her are also desirable. A regional focus on North Apply: Dr. Mark Bjelland, Chair, Department area of specialization. American landscapes would be especially wel- of Geography, Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 The normal teaching load for new faculty mem- come. The successful candidate will participate in West College Avenue, St. Peter, MN 56082-1498. bers is nine credits per semester. All candidates one or more of Vassar’s multidisciplinary pro- should have a Ph.D. and demonstrated potential grams, which include American Culture, Environ- *NEW YORK, BRONX 10468-1589. The for teaching, scholarship, and publication. mental Studies, and Women’s Studies. Demon- Department of Geology and Geography at Send curriculum vitae, a statement of areas of strated excellence in teaching and research is Lehman College invites applications for a full time specialization and interest, and the names, postal expected. The Ph.D. is preferred but advanced Department Chair. The Chairperson is expected and e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of ABD candidates will be considered.Vassar Col- to provide the leadership necessary to develop and three references. Review of applications will lege is an affirmative action/equal opportunity expand the Department. This includes fostering an begin 28 February and will continue until the employer. Please send a personal statement, C.V., environment that promotes faculty teaching, position is filled. Long Island University is an and three letters of recommendation to the extramurally-funded research, and service. It is Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institu- address below. DEC 02-267. expected that the successful candidate will partici- tion. JAN 03-13. Apply: Chair, Search Committee, Vassar Col- pate fully in the life of the Department, College, Apply: Chair, Search Committee, Depart- lege, Box 735, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604 by 15 and University including teaching, committee ment of Earth and Environmental Science, C.W. February 2003. In addition to paper copies of the work, obtaining grants and publishing research in Post College, 720 Northern Boulevard, application, send electronic submissions to refereed professional journals. A Ph.D. with a spe- Brookville, New York 11548. [email protected]. cialization in either Geology or Geography is required. The successful candidate will have an *NEW YORK, NEW YORK CITY 10021. NEVADA, RENO 89557. University of established record of scholarship and teaching Assistant or Associate Professor. The Department Nevada, Reno, Department of Geography. 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Professor beginning 1 July 2003. The position 1135-acre campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains, summer workshops at Woods Hole and Estes requires teaching four courses during the aca- near Asheville, North Carolina, one of Ameri- Park and a series of other mentoring events. This demic year (fall and spring semesters). Responsi- ca’s most livable cities. The College offers a is a unique opportunity for junior faculty who are bilities will include introductory through triad education program combining study, work, early in their research careers. Participants will advanced courses in Geographic Information and service and has been widely recognized as receive an honorarium and travel expenses. Systems (GIS) and courses in the applicant’s spe- progressive and committed to social, environ- Application deadline: 1 March 2003. Details cialty. Candidate will be expected to pursue an mental, and global awareness. For more infor- available at: http://enabling.unc.edu/ or contact active research agenda. Preference will be given mation about the College and our programs, Leanna Hush ([email protected]) or Dr. Ray- to candidates with experience in physical geogra- visit http://www.warren-wilson.edu. We desire mond Burby ([email protected]) for more phy. Initial position is for one year but may be a diverse faculty and a community that reflects a information. JAN 03-03. extended for an additional year based on per- global outlook. We particularly invite applica- formance and availability of funds. The salary tions from ethnic minorities or other groups his- NORTH CAROLINA, CHAPEL HILL 27599. range is $42,000 to $50,000 per year. To apply, torically underrepresented in academia. Inter- Geographic Information Technologist. Depart- send a letter of application addressing the ested candidates should submit a cover letter, ment of Geography. This position will be respon- requirements of the position, documentation of curriculum vitae, official graduate transcripts, sible for supporting and enhancing the use and teaching effectiveness, current C.V., and the evidence of teaching excellence, and three let- instruction of geographic information sciences names, addresses, and phone numbers and/or E- ters of reference. (GISc), geographic information technologies mail addresses of three references. Complete Review of applications will begin immediate- (GIT) and associated spatial statistical and simu- position description and requirements are avail- ly and continue until the position is filled. JAN lation software within the Department. The able at our website at http://www.geography. 03-18. selected candidate will be responsible for explor- unr.edu/geoghome/geoghome.html. Applications Apply: Dr. Virginia McKinley, Vice-President ing and evaluating relevant new and existing spa- received by 15 February 2003 will receive full for Academic Affairs, Warren Wilson College, tial analytical tools and data sources and leading consideration. DEC 02-257. P.O. Box 9000, Asheville, NC 28815-9000 and efforts to integrate and facilitate their use in fac- Apply: Kate A. Berry, Department of Geogra- [email protected]. ulty, graduate and undergraduate courses and phy/154, University of Nevada, Reno, Reno, NV research projects. The individual in this position 89557. Voice 775-784-6995 or 775-784-6344. E- *NORTH CAROLINA, CHAPEL HILL will also be responsible for coordinating the mail [email protected]. The University of 27599-3140. Department of City and Regional development of web based instructional tools and Nevada, Reno is an equal opportunity/affirmative Planning, University of North Carolina, Chapel modules to be used by department classes and action employer. Hill. Assistant Professor in Urban Develop- labs. In addition, this position will be responsible ment Planning. for teaching one section of our introductory Geo- *NORTH CAROLINA, ASHEVILLE, 28815- DCRP seeks a scholar with outstanding graphic Techniques course (GEOG 70). 9000. Warren Wilson College. Faculty position, research and teaching potential. Candidates The Department’s UNIX and Windows NT beginning 1 August 2003, generalist in cultural should have expertise in 1) urban revitalization, research and instructional computing systems are geography, with area expertise in Latin America e.g. central-city/commercial area redevelopment integrated with UNC’s Distributed Computing Ini- preferred. Ph.D. and teaching experience are and large-scale project planning, or in 2) urban tiative, with file management and back up carried required. Teaching responsibilities include intro- spatial analysis, urban and regional modeling, or out by central university computing staff. Basic ductory courses in geography, courses on GIS planning support systems. Research should have system administration is provided by central com- skills and applications, a survey course on Latin potential to attract external funding. JAN 03-15-1. puting service groups (OASIS, ATN), and the can- America, and upper level courses in the applicant’s Candidates should have a PhD or expect didate will coordinate activity and be the principal specialty. The opportunity exists to design and imminent conferral. UNC is an EEO Employer. liaison between the department and these groups. teach short term field courses as part of the War- Women and minorities are especially encouraged The ability to interact effectively with faculty ren Wilson WorldWide Program. Successful can- to apply. Salary $48-50K for nine-month and students in a university teaching and research didates will demonstrate teaching excellence and appointment. Applications must be received by setting is critical. This position will involve an interest in varied instructional approaches and 31 January 2003. Start date 1 July 2003. Contact teaching and interpersonal interaction with stu- will teach the equivalent of six, 4-credit courses Emil Malizia at [email protected] or 919- dents and faculty who range from technological- per year. We seek individuals with the following 962-4759 for information. ly adept to novices, so highly effective communi- characteristics: a solid academic background, with cation skills in individual, small group and class- a generalist orientation and interdisciplinary inter- *NORTH CAROLINA, CHAPEL HILL room settings are necessary. The technical ests; a committed interest in our triad of academic 27599-3140. Social Science Research Training demands of this position are significant, as the study, work, and service; and a desire to teach reg- Fellowship for Junior Faculty. Applications are person in this position will be expected to work ularly in the College-wide general education pro- being solicited from junior faculty for a research independently to develop new instructional and gram. Second language proficiency is highly desir- training program aimed at fostering social sci- research software, using a variety of software able, as is experience in off-campus and interna- ence research on societal aspects of natural haz- development tools and data sources – technical tional learning. ards and extreme events. Funded by NSF and self-reliance is a must. Proficiency in Win- Warren Wilson College is an independent administered by the University of North Caroli- dows/NT and UNIX systems is required. liberal arts college of 770 undergraduates from na in collaboration with faculty from seven other An advanced degree in geography or related more than 15 countries, located on a beautiful universities, the two-year program will consist of field with an emphasis in GISci or other spatial ana-

30 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 38, Number 1 lytical technologies, including significant experi- of North Carolina Charlotte, Charlotte, North science studies, and/or gender and geography are ence and familiarity with commonly used GISci Carolina 28223-0001. required. The ideal candidate will be required to and Remote Sensing software (e.g. ESRI, ERDAS, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in GRASS, IDL, etc.) is required. Preference will be *NORTH CAROLINA, GREENSBORO Physical, Environmental, and Human Geogra- given to individuals with demonstrated experience 27402-6170. The Department of Geography of phy; Gender and Geography, Women/Gender in some/all of the following: UNIX/NT systems the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and Science, and Women and the Environment; use, applications programming (e.g. C/C++/JAVA), invites applications at the tenure-track Assistant and Environmental Studies. Proven ability to database and web development. Professor level beginning Fall 2003. We seek a obtain outside grants and contracts is essential. For consideration, send a letter of introduc- broadly trained scholar in Geomorphology with To apply send a letter of interest outlining quali- tion, a resume and the names of three references interests in some combination of hydrogeology, fications for the position, a C.V., sample syllabi, to the address below. DEC 02-285. fluvial processes, or biophysical geography to and three letters of recommendation to the Apply: Dr. Larry Band, Chair, Department of complement our programs in applied earth sci- address below. JAN 03-10. Geography, CB#3220, UNC, Chapel Hill, NC, ence and environmental studies. Successful can- Apply: Geography/Women’s Studies Search 27599. E-mail [email protected]. didates must have a Ph.D. in Geography at the Committee, Department of Geography, P.O. Box The University of North Carolina is an Equal beginning of the appointment. At a minimum 210131, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Opportunity Employer: women and minorities they will have promising research records and Ohio, 45221-0131 Applications are due 1 March are encouraged to apply. demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the 2003. For further information contact selyarm@ undergraduate and graduate levels. uc.edu The University of Cincinnati is an Affirma- *NORTH CAROLINA, CHARLOTTE The University of North Carolina at Greens- tive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women 28223-0001. The University of North Carolina boro is a student-centered University with a and minorities are highly encouraged to apply. Charlotte, Department of Geography and Earth diverse faculty committed to teaching, research, Sciences is recruiting an outstanding candidate and service. The department is currently posi- PENNSYLVANIA, CALIFORNIA 15419. Cali- for the Knight Professor of Public Policy to tioned for future growth and recently received fornia University of Pennsylvania seeks applica- begin in the fall of 2003. The successful candi- approval to offer the Ph.D. emphasizing applied tions for an Assistant Professor of Earth Sciences date will have a distinguished research record aspects of geography. We also have strong in the Operational Meteorology concentration. including publications and funded research, undergraduate, Masters, and post-baccalaureate The Department of Earth Sciences, California excellent teaching credentials, and the ability to GIS certificate enrollments. The campus is locat- University of Pennsylvania, is seeking applications work with colleagues from several academic ed near downtown Greensboro (pop. 220,000) for a tenure-track appointment beginning in the departments and the community. The Depart- and within the Piedmont Triad (pop. 1.2 million). Fall semester of 2003, approximate 9-month salary ment seeks a senior scholar with specialties in It is easily accessible to the Appalachian High- range for this rank: $42,578.00 - $59,911.80). A areas of environmental and/or urban/regional lands and the Atlantic Coast. candidate with a background in the Geosciences is public policy. The appointee will be expected to Applicants should send a statement of desired. Ph.D. in a Geoscience-related discipline teach three courses per year, conduct funded research and teaching interests, a curriculum is preferred. A Ph.D. is required by time of research, and interact extensively with state and vitae providing evidence of both research and appointment. ABD’s will be considered during the local officials. teaching ability, and the names of three referees. interview process, only if they can demonstrate The successful candidate will be a core faculty Reviews will begin 27 January 2003 and continue that they are in the final stages of degree comple- member in a new interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Public until the position is filled. JAN 03-02. tion. The department of Earth Sciences seeks an Policy, which began in the fall of 2001 and cur- Apply: Michael E. Lewis, Search Committee outstanding faculty member to contribute to the rently has more than 20 students. The appointee Chair, Department of Geography, P.O. Box existing concentrations in Operational Meteorolo- must have experience and credentials commensu- 26170, University of North Carolina at Greens- gy, Broadcast Meteorology, and Water Resources. rate with the rank of Professor in the Department boro, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170. Internet The successful candidate should be able to demon- of Geography and Earth Sciences, a major con- [email protected] Additional information can strate experience with and proficiency in meteor- tributor to the Ph.D. Program. The position be found at www.uncg.edu/geo. EEO/AA: ology, as well as skill in working with undergradu- includes tenure at the professorial level, but the W/M/V/D ate students, a commitment to community service, title of Distinguished Professor and the perquisites and the ability to properly advise undergraduate from the endowment are for an initial term of five *OHIO, CINCINNATI 45221-0131. Univer- students in Earth Sciences. The successful candi- years renewable for a second five-year term. sity of Cincinnati. The Department of Geogra- date would be asked to teach various upper-divi- Applications will be reviewed as they are phy and the Center for Women’s Studies at the sion courses in meteorology. The successful can- received until 1 March 2003 or until the position University of Cincinnati invite applications for didate will also be expected to assist in reviving is filled. Send: 1) letter of application stating a tenure track, Assistant Professor who will hold other courses in the meteorological curriculum. primary and secondary research and teaching a joint appointment (50%/50%) in the two Experience with meteorological software is desir- interests, 2) vita, 3) three publications represen- tenuring units starting September 2003. The able and/or experience with research in atmos- tative of current research interests, and 4) three candidate is expected to teach courses in Geog- pheric modeling. The successful candidate will be letters of reference to the address given below. raphy, Women’s Studies, and Environmental capable of teaching a variety of geo-related cours- AA/EOE JAN 03-22. Studies. A PhD in Geography with a specialty in es. In order to be a leading candidate in this Apply: Chair, Knight Search Committee, paleoclimatology and plaeoecology and addi- search, in addition to meeting the aforementioned Interdisciplinary Studies Office, The University tional credentials in Women’s Studies, feminist requirements, the candidate minimally must be

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 31 January 2003 fluent in the English language, be able to commu- * Note: In accordance with the terms of the its workforce and applications from women nicate well, perform well in a teaching demonstra- collective bargaining agreement between the and under represented groups are encouraged. tion and successfully complete the interview State System of Higher Education and APSCUF, DEC 02-284. process. A demonstrated commitment to teach- you may be assigned to perform work at off-cam- Apply: Dr. Alan H. Taylor, Chair, Search ing, research, and publication is expected. Addi- pus sites and/or provide instruction through dis- Committee, Department of Geography, 302 tional responsibilities include participation on tance education. Walker Building, University Park, PA 16802. departmental, college-wide, and university com- Salary: Very competitive; commensurate with Voice 814-865-3433. Fax 814-863-7943. E-mail mittees. California University of Pennsylvania is qualifications/experience. [email protected]. an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Application letters should include a detailed Minorities, women, and individuals with disabili- resume, copies of transcripts and the TEXAS, EL PASO 79968-0558. The Universi- ties are encouraged to apply. Also, in accordance names/addresses/phone numbers of three refer- ty of Texas at El Paso Department of Sociology with the terms of the collective bargaining agree- ences (two of whom can attest to teaching effec- and Anthropology invites applications for a ment between the State System of Higher Educa- tiveness). JAN 03-23. tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning fall tion and APSCUF, the successful candidate might Apply: Dr. Eric Randall, Dean of Science, 2003. We seek a human geographer or spatially- be assigned to perform work at off-campus sites, in Management and Technology, Dept. JIG, Edin- oriented sociologist or anthropologist with an the evening/weekend college and/or provide boro University of Pennsylvania, Edinboro PA earned doctorate. Research and teaching inter- instruction through distance education. Send let- 16444. Contingent upon enrollment. Fluency ests applicable to the U.S.-Mexico borderlands ter of application, full curriculum vitae, official in the English language for final candidates will are desirable, as are interests in urban or regional transcripts and military discharge papers (if veter- be assessed. planning or community development. Candi- an) and the names, addresses, phone numbers and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania is build- dates should be able to collaborate in interdisci- e-mail addresses of three professional references to ing a diverse academic community and encour- plinary research projects. El Paso/Ciudad Juarez, the address below. DEC 02-266. ages people of color, women, veterans and per- with 2.2 million people, is the largest border Apply: Dr. Thomas D. Wickham, Box 55, 250 sons with disabilities to apply. AA/EEO. Visit metropolis in the world, offering outstanding University Ave., California University of PA, EUP’s homepage at: http://www.edinboro.edu. opportunities for social science research. A California, PA 15419. For more information on leader in minority education, UTEP has approxi- the Meteorology concentration, visit http:// PENNSYLVANIA, UNIVERSITY PARK mately 16,000 students, including over 2,000 in www.cup.edu/weather. Review of the applica- 16802. The Pennsylvania State University. rapidly expanding graduate programs. Review of tions begins 20 January 2003 and continues until Tenure track faculty position for an advanced applications will begin 1 January 2003 and con- the position is filled. Assistant or Associate Professor in Landscape tinue until the position is filled. Send detailed Ecology/Carbon Cycle Science. We are interest- letter of application, CV, and names of three ref- *PENNSYLVANIA, EDINBORO 16444. Edin- ed in candidates whose work is focused on under- erences to the address below. DEC 02-243. boro University of Pennsylvania. Department of standing, detecting, predicting, and/or modeling Apply: David Carmichael, Chair, Geography Geosciences. Position #170-1215 - Instructor/ terrestrial ecosystem responses - populations, Search Committee, Department of Sociology Assistant Professor communities, energy or materials- to land and Anthropology, UTEP, El Paso, TX 79968- Responsibilities: Teach physical geography, use/land cover change in the context of the ter- 0558. All underrepresented groups are encour- conservation of natural resources, remote sens- restrial carbon cycle. This position is co-funded aged to apply. ing, as well as upper division courses in the can- by the Department of Geography and Penn The University does not discriminate on the didate’s area of expertise. State’s Institutes of the Environment basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, Qualifications: Ph.D. in Geography expected (http://www.environment.psu.edu/) which seeks age, disability, or sexual orientation in employ- (ABD considered). Open to any specialization to catalyze University wide inter-disciplinary ment or the provision of services. that will complement the program’s existing research and teaching on carbon cycle science, strengths, with preference for expertise in remote global change, ecological dynamics, and region- *TEXAS, LUBBOCK 79409-1014. Texas sensing or other geographic techniques applied al assessment. Excellence in teaching, research, Tech University. Full-time tenure track Assistant to physical geography or resource geography. including inter-disciplinary research, and service Professor, beginning Fall 2003. Applicants must Applications must be postmarked by 15 Feb- is expected, as is the development of an extramu- have Ph.D. by time of appointment. We seek ruary 2003. *See Note. rally funded research program. Applicants should applications from human-environment geogra- In addition to teaching responsibilities, facul- submit: 1) a letter describing how they would phers to teach remote sensing, GIS, World ty members are expected to maintain a record of contribute to the Department’s teaching and Regional Geography in large classes, and upper scholarship, perform additional duties such as research program and to inter-disciplinary level and graduate courses in his or her areas of student advising, and contribute positively to research; 2) a complete curriculum vitae; 3) a interest. Teaching load is 9 hours/semester (2 or departmental/university activities, etc. in compli- maximum of five reprints; and 4) the names and 3 courses). Quality scholarship (including refer- ance with a collective bargaining agreement. addresses (including e-mail and fax) of three to eed publications and grant solicitation) and In order to be a finalist in a search, in addition five referees. Review of applications will begin teaching are required for tenure. The Geogra- to the aforementioned requirements, the candi- 15 January 2003 but applications will be accept- phy program at Texas Tech is small and congen- date minimally must be able to communicate well ed until the position is filled. ial. There currently is no graduate geography and/or perform well in an interview and/or teach- Penn State University is committed to affirma- program, but all geography faculty teach gradu- ing Demonstration. tive action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of ate courses and work with graduate students and

32 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 38, Number 1 faculty from a variety of interdisciplinary pro- Apply: Dr. Kandy Stahl, PO Box 13046, *VIRGINIA, ALEXANDRIA 22314. Virginia grams such as natural hazards (especially wind- Department of Psychology, Chair, Political Sci- Tech has recently established an interdisciplinary related), arid lands studies, water resources, ence & Geography Search Committee, Stephen F. Center for Geospatial Information Technology environmental health, and land use. The univer- Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX and is searching for an Associate Director. This sity has regional programs in Latin America, 75962-3036. E-mail [email protected]. tenure-track faculty position with a specialty in Europe, Asia/Pacific Rim, Vietnam, and arid Applications are welcome until the position is Geospatial Information Technology will be housed lands studies. Please send a letter of application, filled; complete applications received by 6 Janu- within the Department of Civil and Environmental vitae, a sample of scholarly writing, statement ary 2003, are guaranteed full consideration. Engineering and will be most closely affiliated of teaching philosophy, and names and address- Stephen F. Austin State University is an Equal with the Center’s Northern Virginia Program loca- es (postal and e-mail) of three references. Opportunity Employer. tion. A Ph.D. degree in civil engineering or a Deadline for application is 1 March 2003. related geospatial field is required. It is anticipat- Texas Tech University is an equal opportunity/ UTAH, OGDEN 84408-1016. The Depart- ed that the position will be filled at the Associate affirmative action employer and is sensitive to ment of Geosciences at Weber State University Professor level beginning as early as summer 2003; the needs of dual career couples. JAN 03-19. invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant however, outstanding faculty candidates who Apply: Chair, Geography Search Committee, Professor position with emphasis on use of would qualify at the rank of Assistant Professor are Department of Economics and Geography. GIS/Remote Sensing methods in the geo- also encouraged to apply. sciences. The position begins August 2003, and The successful candidate will be expected to TEXAS, NACOGDOCHES 75962. The a PhD in geosciences, geography, or related interact with faculty in many departments and Department of Political Science and Geography discipline is required by time of appointment. research centers located on the Virginia Tech at Stephen F. Austin State University invites We seek a colleague dedicated to excellence in campuses in Falls Church, Alexandria, and applications for the position of Department undergraduate education who will complement Blacksburg, VA. The successful candidate will Chair beginning Fall 2003. The successful candi- departmental strengths in hydrology, geomor- have expertise in GIS, GPS, photogrammetry, date will possess a Ph.D. in Political Science, phology, stratigraphy, and structural geology. geodetics, spatial analysis, and/or IT integration Public Administration, Geography or a substan- The successful candidate will: teach GIS, with civil and environmental engineering appli- tively related field (area of specialization open). Remote Sensing, and one or more introductory cations, especially in addressing environmental, Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to courses (such as Environmental Geosciences, transportation, and/or metropolitan planning and teaching excellence, a record of scholarly publi- Physical Geology, or Meteorology); conduct policy issues. A strong demonstrated record of cation, and sound administrative skills. Strong research incorporating GIS/RS; foster interdis- interdisciplinary cooperative activity is necessary. leadership ability, experience with multidiscipli- ciplinary collaboration with related programs; The individual selected will be expected to con- nary programs, and demonstrated skills in con- help establish ties with the community includ- tribute to teaching senior and graduate level sensus building within and across disciplines are ing student internships; and help oversee a courses, to develop collaborative research oppor- particularly desirable. The successful candidate state-of-the-art GIS/RS lab with ESRI and tunities with other Virginia Tech faculty in order must be both tenurable and a candidate for at ERDAS software. The standard teaching load is to form a strong research program, and to super- least associate level rank at the time of appoint- 12 hours (3 to 4 classes) per semester. The vise both M.S. and Ph.D. students. ment. Salary is competitive based on experience department offers bachelor degrees in Applied To apply, please send a resume, a description and qualifications. Environmental Geosciences, Geology, and of teaching and research interests, and the names Stephen F. Austin State University is an Earth Science Teaching, plus a certificate and addresses of at least three references to the internet regional university that has an enroll- in Geomatics. Weber State is a comprehensive address below. JAN 03-14. ment of over 11,500 students. The Department undergraduate university with 18,000 students, Apply: Dr. Randy Dymond, Search Commit- of Political Science and Geography has fourteen located at the base of the Wasatch Mountains tee Chair, Via Department of Civil and Environ- full-time faculty serving undergraduate majors near world-class recreational areas and mental Engineering, Room 200 Patton Hall, Mail in Political Science, Public Administration and the metropolitan Salt Lake City area. For addi- Code 0105, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Geography. The department also houses a Mas- tional information see http://weber.edu/ The review of applications will begin 1 Febru- ter of Public Administration program and par- Geosciences/. ary 2003, and continue until the position is filled. ticipates in the University’s Master of Interdisci- Send a letter of application, vita, and state- Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative plinary Studies program. Departmental ment of teaching, research, and outreach inter- action employer and encourages women and resources include a Geographic Information ests, and arrange to have at least three letters minorities to apply. Systems (GIS/RS) laboratory and public survey of reference sent to the address below. Screen- Information about the Civil and Environmen- research capabilities. Additional information ing of applicants will begin 15 January 2003, tal Engineering program is available on the web about the department is available at www. and continue until the position is filled. at http://www.cee.vt.edu/. sfasu.edu/polisci DEC 02-260. Interested applicants should submit a current Apply: Geosciences Search Committee, c/o vita, a letter of application, three letters of rec- Human Resources Department, Weber State *WISCONSIN, MARSHFIELD 54449-3310. ommendation, a statement of administrative phi- University, 1016 University Circle, Ogden, UT University of Wisconsin College - Marshfield/ losophy and evidence of quality teaching, includ- 84408-1016. Wood County, Department of Geography and ing student evaluations to the address below. Weber State University values diversity and is Geology. Tenure-track Assistant Professor to DEC 02-272. an EO/AA employer. teach on a UW campus with a strong general

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 33 January 2003 education liberal arts curriculum, starting August *WISCONSIN, WAUKESHA 53188-2799. from women, people of color, persons with dis- 2003. Ph.D. in geography required. Position University of Wisconsin College - Waukesha, abilities, and all veterans. DEC 02-261. may entail some on-line education. Responsibil- Department of Geography and Geology. Tenure- Apply: Carol Rosen, Chair, Search Commit- ities: Teach a mix of lab and non-lab courses in track Assistant Professor to teach on a UW cam- tee, Department of Geography & Geology. Voice introductory physical and human geography, pus with a strong general education liberal arts 262-472-1071. Fax 262-472-5238. E-mail conservation, and environmental hazards. Quali- curriculum, starting August 2003. Ph.D. in geog- [email protected]. fications to teach introductory physical geology raphy required. Responsibilities: Teaching to a plus. Application: Send letter of interest, vita, include weather and climate, meteorology, unofficial copy of transcripts, statement of teach- human impact on the environment. Application: INTERNATIONAL ing philosophy, evidence of teaching effective- Send letter of interest, vita, unofficial copy of ness, and the names etc. of three referees to the transcripts, statement of teaching *AUSTRALIA, CANBERRA, ACT 2600 address below. JAN 03-05a. philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, UNSW@ADFA is a campus of the University of Apply: Keith Montgomery, Chair, Depart- and the names etc. of three referees to the New South Wales. Located at the Australian ment of Geography and Geology, UW Colleges, address below. JAN 03-05b. Defence Force Academy in Canberra, 518 South 7th Avenue, Wausau, WI 54401- Apply: Keith Montgomery, Chair, Depart- UNSW@ADFA provides undergraduate courses 5396. Voice 715-261-6287. E-mail kmontgom@ ment of Geography and Geology, UW Colleges, to officer cadets and midshipmen as well as post- uwc.edu. Deadline: Review of applications will 518 South 7th Avenue, Wausau, WI 54401- graduate courses to civilian and defense person- begin 15 February 2003. The UW Colleges is an 5396. Voice 715-261-6287. E-mail kmontgom@ nel. Staff enjoy pleasant surroundings and have affirmative action/equal opportunity employer uwc.edu Deadline: Review of applications will access to various facilities and free parking. gen- and encourages women, members of minority begin 15 February 2003. The UW Colleges is an erous superannuation scheme is also offered. groups, and veterans to apply. affirmative action/equal opportunity employer Lecturer Level B in Geography – Geograph- and encourages women, members of minority ic Information Analysis WISCONSIN, STEVENS POINT 54481. groups, and veterans to apply. Salary:Level B Academic $55,079 - $65,408 University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Depart- per annum. ment of Geography/Geology. Assistant Profes- WISCONSIN, WHITEWATER 53190. Uni- Applications are invited for the position of sor/Instructor, tenure track position beginning versity of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Tenure Track Lecturer in Geographic Information Analysis, August 2003. Regional Analysis/GIS. Assistant Professor beginning fall semester 2003. with expertise in geographic information systems Excellent opportunity to strengthen the Ph.D. preferred; ABD considered. Prior teaching and applications of remote sensing to the study of department’s options in Regional Analysis and experience and demonstrated teaching ability geography. UNSW@ADFA has a strong research Community Development, and Cartography. preferred. The department seeks a Human Geo- profile in areas of physical and human geography, Required courses include urban and regional grapher with interest and competency to teach and physical oceanography with facilities to sup- planning, GIS, and world regional geography. Global Perspectives (a General Education core port field and laboratory work. Teaching covers Additional teaching opportunities may exist in course taught systematically as opposed to these disciplines at undergraduate and postgradu- transportation, urban geography, location analy- regionally) and the Human Geography core ate levels. The successful applicant will con- sis, Wisconsin, and other areas of the applicant’s course in the major. The individual will teach tribute to the teaching program at undergraduate expertise. Emphasis is on quality undergraduate existing and/or develop new upper level courses and postgraduate levels. The successful applicant teaching. Scholarly activity and service required in areas of expertise such as political, popula- will undertake an active research program and for retention and tenure. For more information tion/migration, regional or rural planning, social should be able to attract external research fund- please visit http://www.uwsp.edu/geo/ragis and other systematic specialties not covered by ing and postgraduate research students. A position.html. existing faculty. The person should be interested knowledge and understanding of Equal Employ- Ph.D. is required for hiring at the assistant in conducting research and teaching a regional ment Opportunity (EEO) and Occupational professor level and for tenure. However, candi- course on Africa, Asia and/or Latin America. The Health and Safety (OHS) principles and prac- dates will be considered at the instructor level if individual should be committed to undergraduate tices is essential. the Ph.D. is pending. Experience teaching teaching and conducting research in areas of Membership of an approved university super- diverse groups is desirable. Salary dependent expertise, including seeking extramural funding. annuation scheme is a condition of employment upon qualifications and experience. It is an opportunity to join and contribute to a for this position. To apply, please submit a letter discussing vibrant undergraduate program with more geog- For further information contact the Acting your qualifications, a statement of teaching and raphy majors than any other UW-System univer- Head of School, Dr Paul Tranter on +61 2 research interests, a curriculum vitae, copies of sity, according to Guide to Programs in Geography in 62688312. Fax+61 2 62688313. E-mail p.tranter transcripts and three letters of reference sent by the United States and Canada 2002-2002. Send letter @adfa.edu.au. Visit the School web site referees to the address below. DEC 02-270. of application highlighting your interest, qualifi- www.ge.adfa.edu.au to view the essential and Apply: Benjamin Ofori-Amoah, Chair, Depart- cations and experience, curriculum vitae, non- desired selection criteria. JAN 03-20-1. ment of Geography/Geology, University of Wis- certified transcripts, and three letters of reference Applications close 31 January 2003. Please consin-Stevens Point, Stevens Point, WI 54481. by closing date of 10 January 2002 or until posi- quote reference number Geo11814. Application deadline is 15 February 2003. tion is filled. Applicants should submit a written applica- UWSP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action UW-Whitewater is an AA/EEO Employer, tion addressing the selection criteria, including employer. and actively seeks and encourages applications business, and private telephone numbers plus

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E-mail address, a complete resume including with an outstanding research record in the appli- confront natural and/or built environments – par- copies of academic transcripts and qualifications, cation of isotopes to understand processes in the ticularly in the areas of planning and policy and the names and addresses (preferably facsimi- environmental context, or the development of development. The candidate must have a PhD le numbers) of at least two referees to: Recruit- new and innovative isotopic techniques for the and have a record of scholarly activity. The can- ment Officer (Personnel), University College, investigation of the geosphere and particularly didate should be capable of supervising graduate University of New South Wales, Australian coupled geological-biological processes. student research, teaching graduate and under- Defence Force Academy, Northcott Drive, Can- Position #2 - Aqueous Geochemist. The graduate students, and conducting research in berra ACT 2600. You may E-mail your applica- School seeks an outstanding candidate from any hazards as they relate to natural, human and built tion to: [email protected] For field of aqueous geochemistry; however we are environments. The appointment will be effective confirmation of receipt of applications telephone particularly interested in process oriented 1 July 2003. Salary will be commensurate with 02 62688707. People from EEO groups are research with direct linkages to surface water and experience. Further information about the encouraged to apply. groundwater quality, environmental contami- Department may be found at: www.uwo.ca/geog. nants, and/or Environment and Health. (http:// Applications, including a statement of AUSTRALIA, CANBERRA, ACT 0200. The www.mcmaster.ca/mieh/index/sitemap.html). research and teaching interests, current curricu- Department of Human Geography in the One appointment with an outstanding lum vitae and the names and addresses of three Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies at research record will be selected to be nominated referees, together with their e-mail, fax and tele- The Australian National University invites appli- for a Tier II Canada Research Chair and if suc- phone numbers, should be sent to the address cations for the appointment of a Research Fellow cessful will be appointed at the Assistant or Asso- below. DEC 02-259. at Academic Level B (Assistant Professor) for a ciate Professor level. Canada Research Chairs are Apply: Dr. Roger H. King, Chair, Appoint- fixed term of five years. The School is devoted to open to all qualified candidates with “no immi- ments Committee, Department of Geography, research and postgraduate training. The Depart- gration restrictions” (see www.chairs.gc.ca ) and Social Science Centre, The University of West- ment, headed by Professor Katherine Gibson, is offers will be made in accordance with Canadian ern Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5C2, Cana- interested in fostering excellent human geo- immigration requirements associated with the da. Voice 519-661-3653. Fax 519-661-3750. E- graphic research with a developed theoretical Canada Research Chairs program. mail [email protected]. and empirical orientation. The applicant will be All qualified applicants are encouraged to The closing date for applications is 31 January an established researcher of Asia or the Pacific apply; however for the non-CRC position, Cana- 2003. E-mailed applications will not be accepted. who is able to contribute to and supplement the dians and Permanent Residents will be consid- This appointment is subject to budgetary existing research strengths of the Department. ered first. McMaster University is strongly com- approval. The University of Western Ontario is Applicants with an interest in human geographic mitted to employment equity within its commu- committed to employment equity and welcomes approaches to urban and cultural transformation nity, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff, applications from all qualified women and men, in the Asia Pacific region are especially invited to including women, members of visible minorities, including visible minorities, aboriginal people apply. Further information about the Department Aboriginal persons, members of sexual minori- and persons with disabilities. All qualified can- is available at http://rspas.anu.edu.au/humgeog/. ties, and persons with disabilities. didates are encouraged to apply; however Cana- Applications are due by 31 January 2003. Fur- Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a dian citizens and permanent residents will be ther information about the position is available statement of research interest, and a statement of given priority. from the Departmental Administrator at teaching philosophy along with contact informa- [email protected]. DEC 02-276. tion for three referees (address, phone number CANADA, ONTARIO, LONDON N6A 5C2. and e-mail). Your cover letter should indicate to The Department of Geography at The Universi- CANADA, ONTARIO, HAMILTON L8S 4K1. which position you are applying. The evaluation ty of Western Ontario is seeking a Probationary The School of Geography and Geology at of candidates will begin on 1 December 2002 and (tenure-track) faculty member at the level of McMaster University invites applications for two will continue until the positions are filled. DEC Assistant or Associate Professor in the area of tenure track positions at the Assistant or Associ- 02-265. urban development. The position is available 1 ate Professor level beginning 1 July 2003. The Apply: Dr. Pavlos Kanaroglou, Chair, Search July 2003. School has been undergoing active faculty Committee, School of Geography and Geology, The Department of Geography is broadly renewal with twelve new faculty hired in the last McMaster University, Hamilton, ON L8S 4K1. based, with strength in all the important areas of five years (http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/geo/ Voice 905-525-9140, ext. 23525. Fax 905-546- the discipline, and with a long tradition in teach- geomain.html). 0463. E-mail [email protected]. ing, research and community involvement in The successful applicants must hold a Ph.D. urban development and planning. degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geochem- CANADA, ONTARIO, LONDON N6A 5C2. The successful applicant will have a Ph.D., istry, or a closely related field. Candidates will be The Department of Geography at The Universi- together with a strong academic background, a expected to develop a strong externally funded ty of Western Ontario is seeking a Probationary commitment to excellence in teaching and a research program and to have a strong commit- (tenure-track) faculty member at the level of proven research record. Experience in the devel- ment to the teaching of geology and geochem- Assistant or Associate Professor in the area of opment industry would be considered an asset. istry courses at both the undergraduate and grad- the Geography of Hazards. We seek an out- The appointee will be expected to play an impor- uate levels. standing individual with demonstrated commit- tant role in the department’s undergraduate Position #1 - Stable Isotope Geochemist. ment to excellence in research and teaching in Urban Development Program, and possibly The School seeks an innovative earth scientist the management and mitigation of hazards that contribute to the Faculty’s Administrative and

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Commercial Studies Program. Research interests application is 1 February 2003. The University especially welcomes applications should be focused on the market processes York University has an Affirmative Action from visible minority group members, women, underlying the evolution of urban form and struc- Program with respect to its faculty and librarian Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ture. Duties will include teaching at the under- appointments. The designated groups are: members of sexual minority groups, and others graduate and graduate levels, and development of women, racial/visible minorities, persons with who may contribute to the further diversification a research program involving graduate students. disabilities and aboriginal peoples. Persons in of ideas. Applications, including a statement of these groups must self-identify in order to partic- The deadline for submission of applications is research and teaching interests, current curricu- ipate in the Affirmative Action Program. The 15 January 2003. Candidates should send a cur- lum vitae and the names and addresses of three Department of Geography welcomes applica- rent Curriculum Vitae, brief statements of teach- referees, together with their e-mail, fax and tele- tions from persons in these groups. The Affirma- ing specializations and research interests, copies phone numbers, should be sent to the address tive Action Program can be found on York’s web- of selected reprints to the address below. Appli- below. DEC 02-264. site at www.yorku.ca or a copy can be obtained cants should also ask three referees to send letters Apply: Dr. Roger H. King, Chair, Appoint- by calling the affirmative action office at 416- of recommendation under separate cover: DEC ments Committee, Department of Geography, 736-5713. Canadian citizens and permanent res- 02-249a Social Science Centre, The University of West- idents will be considered first for this position. Apply: Professor Joseph R. Desloges, Chair, ern Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5C2, Cana- Department of Geography and Program in Plan- da. Voice 519-661-3653. Fax 519-661-3750. E- CANADA, ONTARIO, TORONTO M5S ning, University of Toronto, 100 St. George St. mail [email protected]. 3G3. The Department of Geography, University Room 5047, 5th Floor, Sidney Smith Hall, Toron- Information about the Department may be of Toronto at Mississauga, invites applications for to, Ontario, Canada M5S 3G3 accessed on: http://www.geog.uwo.ca. The an Economic Geographer, tenure-stream posi- Please note that no e-mail applications will deadline for applications is 31 January 2003. E- tion at the Assistant Professor rank commencing be accepted. mailed applications will not be accepted. 1 July 2003. We seek candidates with special This position is subject to budgetary interest in urban regions including emphasis, for *CANADA, ONTARIO, WATERLOO N2L approval. The University of Western Ontario is example, on population, development, immigra- 3G1. The Department of Geography at the Uni- committed to employment equity and welcomes tion, environment and transportation. Prefer- versity of Waterloo invites applications for a applications from all qualified women and men, ence will be given to those who have an interest tenure-track position in Geography at the Assis- including visible minorities, aboriginal people in combining qualitative and quantitative spatial tant Professor level specializing in Industry, and persons with disabilities. All qualified can- analysis and demonstrate linkages with policy Innovation and the Environment. Preference didates are encouraged to apply; however Cana- implications. The candidate is expected to con- will be given to applicants who have an ability to dian citizens and permanent residents will be tribute to the geography and environmental conduct research and teach in one or more of the given priority. management programs. The successful candidate following areas: global/local industrial change; must have a PhD in geography or a related disci- innovation; location decisions; urban/rural/com- CANADA, ONTARIO, TORONTO M3J 1P3. pline, and demonstrated potential of high quality munity economic development; industrial ecolo- York University - The Department of Geography scholarly research and publication, and a demon- gy; environmental management systems; sustain- invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track strated commitment to excellence in teaching. able business; and quantitative methods. The position in Cultural-Historical Geography at the The University of Toronto at Mississauga has successful candidate is expected to contribute to Assistant Professor level to begin 1 July 2003 an interdisciplinary commitment, a multicultural broader Faculty of Environmental Studies initia- (subject to budgetary approval). Applicants with student body, and a modern, spacious campus tives such as the Master’s Program in Local Eco- research and teaching interests in a variety of where the appointee will be expected to develop nomic Development and the Environment and topics related to Canadian cultural-historical an externally funded research program and con- Business Honours Program. The successful can- geography will be considered, including those tribute to a diverse undergraduate and graduate didate is expected to be a strong contributor to with an interest in the study of landscapes in education. The successful candidate will have a research and teaching at both the graduate and works of Canadian fiction or the visual arts. A graduate appointment in the Department of undergraduate levels. Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. We Geography and Program in Planning, University The Department of Geography is part of the seek an individual who will develop a vigorous of Toronto. Faculty of Environmental Studies, which consists research program and who is committed to high Additional information on the Department of the School of Architecture, the Department of quality undergraduate and graduate education. can be obtained through the World Wide Web at Environment and Resource Studies, the Depart- Additional information on the Department can http://eratos.utm.utoronto.ca/ and http://www. ment of Geography, and the School of Planning. be obtained at www.yorku.ca/dept/geograph geog.utoronto.ca. Any inquiries about the appli- There are additional graduate programs in Local Candidates should send a curriculum vitae, a cation should be sent to [email protected] Economic Development and in Tourism, and an statement of research interests, and selected pub- The University of Toronto is fully committed undergraduate program in Environment and Busi- lications, and should arrange for three letters of to academic excellence and welcomes applica- ness. For additional information about the Depart- reference to be sent to the address below. DEC tions from all qualified individuals. All qualified ment see: http://www.fes.uwaterloo.ca/ geography. 02-256. candidates are encouraged to apply; however, The University of Waterloo is strengthening its Apply: Dr. D.B. Freeman, Chair, Department Canadian and permanent residents will be given capacity in industry, innovation and environment- of Geography, York University, 4700 Keele priority. The University of Toronto is strongly related research with the establishment of a Cen- Street, Toronto, Ontario M3J 1P3. Deadline for committed to diversity within its community. tre for Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology,

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Ives and Messerli Awarded Medals

Jack D. Ives and Bruno Messerli were The medals were awarded by the or institutions that have distinguished each awarded the King Albert Medal of King Albert Memorial Foundation, which themselves in some way in the mountain Merit on 31 August 2002 in St. Moritz, was established in memory of the late world. Previous recipients include Lord Switzerland. Both were recognized for King Albert of Belgium, who perished in a John Hunt, Brad Washburn, Charles their long-standing commitment to the solitary rock climb at Marche-les-Dames Houston, and Augusto Gansser. ■ sustainable development of the world’s near Brussels in 1934. The medal is con- mountain regions. ferred together with a diploma on persons

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