Geographers Fare Well in NSF Interdisciplinary Competitions

Volume 39, Number 11 • December 2004 In This Issue Geographers Fare Well in NSF Interdisciplinary Competitions

emonstrating clearly that geography is a million. (Geographers disciplinary perspective that promotes Robert Balling, Anthony interdisciplinary research, geographers Brazel, Andrew Ellis, From the Meridian ...... 2 D were critical parts of almost twenty interdiscipli- Michael Kuby, and Eliza- Washington Monitor ...... 2 nary teams that won awards during major cross- beth Wentz are senior Geographic Centers ...... 14 foundation competitions in FY 2004. Following personnel.) Member Profile ...... 19 Necrology ...... 20 are projects that received awards in three major • Robert Lempert (Rand Members of Note...... 22 competitions. (To learn more about any of these Corporation), “DMUU: Grants & Awards ...... 22 awards, visit www-livecds.nsf.gov/awardsearch/ Improving Decisions in a Gober New Members...... 23 index.jsp.) Complex and Changing Specialty Group News ...... 24 World” received a five-year award expected to Call for Papers ...... 24 Decision Making Under Uncertainty total about $2.4 million. (Oceanographer/geogra- Award Deadlines ...... 25 (DMUU) Center Award: pher David Siegel is one of the senior personnel.) Quarter Century ...... 25 • Patricia Gober (Arizona State University), • Roger Pielke, Jr. (University of Colorado-Boul- Jobs in Geography...... 26 “DMUU: Decision Center for a Desert City: The der), “DMUU: Science Policy Assessment and Grants & Competitions...... 53 Science and Policy of Climate Uncertainty” Research on Climate (SPARC) for Decision New Appointments...... 53 received a five-year award expected to total $6.9 Continued on page 16 Books Received...... 54 Events ...... 55 Powwow in Denver ollowing the opening session of Powwow Basics the AAG Annual Meeting in Powwows are often touted as tradi- F Denver, the Indigenous Peoples tional Indian gatherings where ancient Specialty Group (IPSG) will sponsor a and sacred tribal traditions are demonstration powwow performance preserved; yet they are neither ancient as one of several events highlighting nor traditional. Instead, powwows are Indian culture and scholarship in the a relatively recent response to the region. While to the uninitiated, pow- post-conquest conditions in which wows can seem a confusing tangle of many Indian peoples have found them- arms, legs, and unfamiliar customs, selves. The powwow is a pan-Indian they in fact represent an important gathering that promotes “Indian” iden- spatial focus of Indian culture. This tity and culture (derived in large part article is intended to help those from Plains cultures) at the expense of attending the demonstration get more local, tribal cultures. With some fairly out of the experience by focusing on the basics of powwows and their minor regional variations, powwows geography. Continued on page 18 The Indigenous Peoples Specialty Group will sponsor a powwow demonstration at the AAG Annual Meeting in Denver. INSIDE: AAG Election and Candidate information Photo by Zoltan Grossman. on page 5.

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 1 December 2004 From the Meridian

AAG Newsletter The AAG Washington Monitor of the Association of American t has been a draining campaign season, interdisciplinary and enhance the Geogra- Geographers but now that Election Day has come phy Program Division and the new I and gone and President Bush has won National Geospatial Programs Office. a second term, it’s important to think This latter office was created by USGS Douglas Richardson, Publisher about what the results will mean for geog- Director Chip Groat in August to allow and Managing Editor raphy and the scientific community as a the agency’s geography program to focus Megan D. Nortrup, whole. Among the most important on research and to enhance the survey’s Editor impacts of the election for researchers will geographic data leadership. It has been AAG Voice 202-234-1450 be federal funding issues and the budget charged with overseeing the National AAG Fax 202-234-2744 crunch. The president campaigned, Map. though he has not necessarily governed, [email protected] as a fiscal conservative, and the rumblings ROI of Basic Research www.aag.org in Washington are that with a few excep- Another major item worth watching is tions, domestic discretionary budgets are the continued implementation of the Pres- USPS 987-380 ISSN 0275-3995 going to be tightened significantly. This is ident’s Management Agenda. Since he due in large part to the record deficits the took office, President Bush has been The AAG Newsletter ISSN 0275-3995 government is currently facing. focusing on the effectiveness and the is published monthly with July/August return on investment (ROI) of all federal combined, by the Association of Amer- NSF outlays. To do this, the administration has ican Geographers, 1710 16th Street At the National Science Foundation been using the Program Assessment Rat- NW, Washington, DC 20009-3198. (NSF), small increases near the rate of ing Tool (PART), a set of thirty questions The cost of an annual subscription is inflation have become the norm in recent aimed at measuring the relevance, quality, $25.00 The subscription price is years. This is likely to continue over the and performance of all government pro- included in the annual dues of the next few years, though new Director grams on a yearly basis. The PART scor- Association. Not available to non- Arden Bement will push for as much ing is used primarily for setting budget members. Periodicals postage paid in funding as he can get. While NSF can be priorities. This has raised flags in the sci- Washington, DC. All news items and grateful that it likely won’t see the entific community, where concerns letters, including job listings, should be extreme budget cuts that other agencies abound about the difficulty of measuring sent to the Editor at the address below are facing, it is nonetheless disappointing the performance and ROI of basic or to [email protected]. that the significant increases called for research, the results of which may often All Newsletter materials must in the reauthorization act of 2002 will not be apparent for several years. arrive at the Association office by the never materialize. The Geography and Marcus Peacock, Associate Director 1st of the month preceding the month Regional Sciences program, under the at the U.S. Office of Management and of the publication. This includes job able leadership of Tom Baerwald and Budget has sought to reassure science listings. Material will be published on Greg Chu, has been successful at joint advocates, asserting that the PART sys- a space available basis and at the dis- funding with other programs and with tem doesn’t hold basic research to an cretion of the editorial staff. NSF cross-directorate initiatives of late, unrealistic standard. He has noted that When your address changes, please and hopefully that trend will continue. several of the PART questions are tai- lored for use in evaluating accounts that notify the Association office immediate- USGS fund basic research and has stated that ly. Six weeks notice is necessary to Things could be tough at the U.S. failure can sometimes be considered an insure uninterrupted delivery of AAG Geological Survey (USGS). For the past acceptable outcome of basic research. publications. To assist the AAG office in several years, the administration has been Furthermore, Peacock told a National your address change, include the address trying to hold the agency’s appropriation Academies committee that federal label with your change of address. around $920 million. While Congress has research and development programs Postmaster: Send address changes seen fit to increase this figure slightly on a generally get high PART scores and that to AAG Newsletter, 1710 16th Street year-by-year basis, the fact remains that the House Science Committee has sup- NW, Washington, DC 20009-3198, or the survey’s budget is likely to be flat-lined ported the use of PART to evaluate basic [email protected]. for the immediate future. This could hin- research spending. der the agency’s efforts to become more Continued on page 4

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Geography and Interdisciplinarity – An Opportunity?

t the Race/Ethnicity and Place Con- (December 2001 AAG Newsletter). She have geography departments and in the ference in DC this September, encourages us not to be defensive, but process, we can potentially expand the A Orlando Taylor, Dean and Vice- rather to pursue dual strategies of presence of geography in those places. Provost at Howard University, suggested strengthening the core of geographical This is not pure idealism. I already that we should be less concerned with our research in departments, while also mentioned the discussions between the disciplinary label “geography” and more embracing this trend. As we all know, AAG and Howard University above. In concerned about what geographical work geographers are working in a dizzying addition, several Ivy League universities brings to important thematic questions. array of programs: population institutes, have recently been in contact with the He suggested that Howard (and by impli- international and/or globalization studies, AAG as they are taking a second look at cation other institutions) might be more environmental studies, women studies, geographic research and curriculum. invested in building thematic programs public health programs, Geographers are also join- such as a center for the study of Race/ development studies, ethnic ing interdisciplinary research Ethnicity and Place rather than a depart- studies, planning programs, and teaching teams to ment labeled “geography.” This provoca- law and society studies, address complex societal tive (and at the time rather disconcerting) earth sciences, and many questions for which a spatial statement was made as Professor Taylor more. The growth of inter- approach is crucial but not engaged constructively with us about disciplinary programs is sufficient. For example, the the role that geographical research and a trend that will continue National Science Foundation teaching could play at an institution and we have to think strate- is investing in three national like Howard. His comments have stayed gically and constructively centers investigating human with me this fall as I have traveled around about the health of both decision-making under cli- the country talking to geographers geography departments and Lawson matic uncertainty. (See page working across the full range of profes- geographical research in this context. 1, this issue.) Taking advantage of these sions and programs. At our fall AAG Council Meeting in sorts of initiatives can position geography Professor Taylor’s comments raise two Sioux Falls we discussed news from each very strongly. For example, Pat Gober at issues that I discuss in this column. First of our regional divisions and learned that Arizona State University is co-director of he signals the widespread interest across South Dakota State University is collabo- the new NSF-funded Decision Center for a the academy—from the natural and rating with the USGS EROS Data Center Desert City. This high-profile center social sciences to the humanities—in on a new Center for Excellence. includes Arizona State’s President as one concepts of space, place, and scale and in This investment will bring new hires in member of an interdisciplinary research the spatiality of processes. We must geography and a new PhD program in team and brings in $6.9 million to the uni- ensure that geographical work, not just Geospatial Science and Engineering to versity to investigate the complex relation- geographical concepts, are well repre- the region. In a similar vein, we learned ships between a rapidly growing urban sented in this resurgence of interest. Sec- that University of Toledo in Ohio is population, finite water resources, and cli- ond, his comments draw attention to the building a brand new interdisciplinary matic uncertainty. growing importance of interdisciplinary PhD in Spatial Social Sciences, with a lead Collaborating with interdisciplinary centers that include geographical role for geographers and a series of new programs can provide other tangible research and geographers in their ranks. faculty hires. The hiring plan for this resources to geography departments. At These twin trends represent both oppor- initiative can be found at http://spatial the University of Washington, we are tunities and challenges for geography. socialscience.utoledo.edu. This proposed experiencing tight budgets and very lim- Jan Monk summarized these challenges PhD program accompanies the depart- ited resources for faculty hiring and grad- in one of her columns, saying, “it seems ment's Geographic Information Science uate student support. We worked with unlikely that the movement towards inter- and Applied Geographics Center, which the international studies program on disciplinary and hybrid units will diminish is one of six centers of excellence desig- campus to create a joint position in order in the near future. While remaining nated for resource enhancement on the to hire a new colleague. This same pro- vigilant about supporting geography as a Toledo campus. gram provides teaching and funding distinctive field, we also need to pursue This widespread interest in geographi- opportunities for our graduate students efforts that will permit geographers to cal research is good news for the disci- and this helps to offset belt-tightening in survive in new territories and to learn how pline. Interdisciplinary programs allow us geography. I am not suggesting that we to build and sustain interdisciplinary ties.” to gain access to institutions that don’t Continued on page 4

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Interdisciplinarity from page 3 turn to these programs to ameliorate a colleagues from across the institution work that is best done within a geography reduction in funding to geography, but about what a spatial perspective brings department. Within departments, students rather that through collaboration, we to the table. can take risks in learning to articulate their may continue to grow in faculty numbers At the same time, this emphasis on geographical identity without fear of it and graduate admissions within geogra- interdisciplinarity presents some chal- being subsumed before it is understood. phy itself. Being present and active in lenges and we must think strategically This groundwork of training students in programs such as international studies, about the strength of our core discipline. spatial analytical and theoretical work is women studies, and public health on We must think hard about the pros and best done within geography departments campus, we can both fund our existing cons of engaging with interdisciplinary before they enter an interdisciplinary and students and also attract new and talent- programs in specific institutional settings. competitive world of ideas. Of course, it is ed students into geography. We must always ask “what is the attitude equally important to maintain strong and Another, perhaps more abstract, advan- of my university/college and what impact supportive institutional spaces for basic tage of our participation within interdisci- might this have on my home department?” research within our field in order to then plinary programs is that we are constantly It is very important to keep geography be able to take our understandings into an asked to explain our intellectual identity departments strong in their own right. interdisciplinary context. as geographers. While many of us find In some cases, particularly for undergrad- the stereotypes about geography annoy- uates, and perhaps even graduate Victoria A. Lawson ing, this can be a valuable exercise that students, the process of learning and [email protected] allows us to be clear and articulate with articulating disciplinary identity is hard

Washington Monitor from page 2 Geographic Polarization rather than area. One of these political capital may be on his side but As a final note about the election is below. For other innovative cartograms we all hope he can focus his second term returns, it’s clear that the country is of the election results—similar to the on being a leader for all of America, and sharply divided on a geographic basis. cartograms pioneered by geographer the world as well. The AAG will be work- While President Bush swept the Plains Waldo Tobler in the 1970s—visit www. ing hard to ensure that geography’s voice and the South, Democrats abound on the personal.umich.edu/~mejn/election/. is heard. coasts and in the Midwest’s industrial It will be incumbent upon the presi- John Wertman centers. Several maps have attempted to dent in the next four years to govern in a [email protected] depict voting patterns in ways that reflect manner that acknowledges these divi- a closer division within states, or that sions and seeks to unify the nation after a Doug Richardson weight voting results by population second bitter presidential election. The [email protected]

Left: Traditional election results map. Right: Cartogram of 2004 election results with population determining the size of the state (i.e., greater population, larger state). Democratic states in green, Republican states in gray. Maps by Michael Gastner, Cosma Shalizi, and Mark Newman, University of Michigan.

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Candidates for Officers, Councillors, and Elected Committees

Please review the backgrounds and statements of the following candidates for AAG office. Ballots will be mailed to members in good standing in December. Please return them promptly.

PRESIDENT (one to be elected)

RICHARD A. MARSTON. Sun Chair Professor, refereed journal articles and book chapters (e.g., Annals of the AAG, Geomorpholo- Oklahoma State University (1999-present); Profes- gy, Physical Geography, Mountain Research and Development, Progress in Physical sor, University of Wyoming (1986-99), University Geography, WorldMinds: Geographical Perspectives on 100 Problems, Geographic Informa- of Texas-El Paso (1980-86). PhD and MS (Oregon tion Science and Mountain Geomorphology); sixty consulting/technical reports. State University, 1980, 1976), BA (UCLA, 1974). Statement: Geography needs to grow as a discipline in both size and influence, and the AAG can lead in this effort. The “Geographic Advantage” in Service to Geography and the AAG: AAG Vice human-environment studies calls for greater interaction between physical President (2004-05); Co-Editor-in-Chief, Geomorphol- and human geographers employing quantitative and qualitative geospatial ogy (1999-present); AAG Healthy Departments technologies. Overall, I am looking to give attention to the “…shared Committee (2004-present); AAG Secretary (1997-99); AAG Regional Coun- experiences and forward-looking discussions that engage core concepts cillor (1996-99); AAG Division Chair (1990-91); AAG Geomorphology and intellectual issues of importance for the discipline as a whole, and for Specialty Group Chair (1986-87); Developed Ask a Geographer link on AAG the larger world.” Geographers should seek research-teaching partnerships Web site (1999); Geosciences Board of Advisors, Oregon State University with colleagues in cognate disciplines to improve our stature. The AAG (2002-present); Associate Editor, Annals of the AAG (1991-93); Editorial needs to reach out to applied geographers, specialists in geospatial data Board, Journal of Geography (1988-99); seven NSF and EPA review panels. analysis techniques (e.g., GIS, remote sensing), women and minorities, Awards, Honors, Grants: AAG Distinguished Service Honors (2003); geographers employed in the community college, and retired geographers. Fulbright-Hays Research Award to France (1993); AAG Applied Geogra- If elected, I will explore ways to use AAG meetings, publications, and phy Specialty Group Citation Award (with W.J. Lloyd, 1984); AAG member services to: Warren Nystrom Award (1981); U.S. EPA Special Achievement Award • highlight the creative work of basic and applied geographers that empha- (1977). PI or Co-PI on forty-one university grants totaling over $1.4 sizes our core themes and common ground; million from federal (e.g., NSF, EPA, USDA, USGS, NPS) and state • strengthen geography in the U.S. Geological Survey; sources, private business, foundations. • support strategic initiatives of the AAG Diversity Task Force and AAG Standing Committee on Membership to make the AAG more inclusive; Research and Teaching Interests: geomorphic interactions with other earth • build the AAG Centennial Endowment Fund, started by Past President systems and with human activities, water resources, mountain geography. Nellis, and the new Mel Marcus Fund for Advancing Physical Geography Publications: Nine co-edited books or monographs, including Effects of Human- • organize plenary sessions at annual meetings that bring together physi- Induced Changes on Hydrologic Systems, Changing the Face of the Earth-Engineering cal and human geographers interested in our common ground between, Geomorphology, Wyoming Water Atlas (with Ostresh & Hudson); forty-one as articulated in the “Geographic Advantage”

VICE PRESIDENT (one to be elected)

KAVITA PANDIT. Professor and Head, Depart- Research and Scholarly Exchange Committee (2002-05, 1993-99); ment of Geography, University of Georgia. PhD, Board Member, Committee on the Status of Women in Geography in the MA, MCRP (Ohio State University, 1987, 1983, Southeast (1992-99). 1981), B.Arch. (Bombay University, 1978). Honors and Awards: UGA Institute of Behavioral Research Fellowship Service to Geography: AAG Secretary (2003-pres- (1993-99); Sandy Beaver Award for Outstanding Teaching, UGA (1992); ent); AAG Councillor, Southeast Division (2002- Sarah Moss Fellowship, UGA (1990-91); International Institute of Applied present); Geography Faculty Development Alliance Systems Analysis, Young Scientist Summer Program, Austria (1990); Lilly Workshop leader (2004, 2003); Editorial Board, Teaching Fellowship, UGA (1988-89); AAG Nystrom Dissertation Award Southeastern Geographer (2003-present, 1992-96); Chair, AAG Population Finalist (1988); research grants from the NSF and HUD. Specialty Group (2003-04); NSF Geography and Regional Science Senior Research and Teaching Interests: immigration, population geography, Panel (1999-2001); Associate Editor, Geographical Analysis (1997-2002); Pres- Third World development, geography education. ident, Southeastern Division of the AAG (1997-99); AAG International Continued on page 6

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Publications: Coeditor of Migration and Restructuring in the United States: A Antipode (1985-91); Editorial Board, Annals of the AAG (1981-84; 97-99), Canadi- Geographic Perspective (Rowman and Littlefield, 1999); Over forty articles in an Geographer (1994-2001); Member, National Research Council Committee on refereed journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings in, e.g., Annals Geography (1998-2002); Member, NSF Geography and Regional Science of the AAG; The Professional Geographer; Geographical Analysis; Journal of Geography; panel (1988-2000); Chair, North American Regional Science Association Economic Geography; Population, Place, and Space; International Trade Journal; Region- Council (1998-99); Chair, NCGIA Geographies of the Information Society al Studies; Environment and Planning A; Growth and Change. Panel (1997-99); Member, NCGIA Board of Directors (1993-96); Member, NCGE Education Standards Advisory Board (1993-95); Chair, Department of Statement: The discipline and AAG have seen positive developments in the Geography, University of Minnesota (1990-93); Chair, AAG Socialist Geog- past few years. The number of students majoring in geography is raphy Specialty Group (1990-91); Member, AAG Program Committee (1986). rising, we are gaining a voice in public policy, and AAG membership is at an all time high. Yet, we face a number of challenges as we move forward. Honors and Awards: Fellow, Center for Advanced Studies in the Behavioral Geography departments find themselves in a vulnerable position as univer- Sciences (2005-06); Distinguished Alumnus Award, University of Toronto sities slash budgets by downsizing or eliminating programs. The breadth of (2004); Fesler-Lampert Humanities Professor, University of Minnesota geographic scholarship continues to be limited by the absence of diversity (2002-04); Scholar of the College of Liberal Arts (2001-04); Distinguished in our discipline. The trend toward specialization carries with it the risk of Scholarship Honors, AAG (1999); twenty-two grants for research and fragmentation. In response, we need to continue to highlight the centrality instruction ($500,000) from NSF and other sources. of our discipline to external audiences while ensuring that we create spaces Publications: Over ninety refereed articles and book chapters in, e.g., Annals for professional and intellectual exchanges between geographers in differ- of the AAG, Antipode, Environment and Planning A, Cartography and GIS, ent subfields, in small and large programs, and in different settings—acade- Economic Geography, Geographical Analysis, Journal of Regional Science, Society & mia, government, and private sector. Space, The Canadian Geographer, The Professional Geographer, Urban Geography. Six If elected, I will: (1) Work to further the “Healthy Departments” initiative co-authored and edited books, including: The Capitalist Space Economy, A World begun by Vicky Lawson to strengthen our voice in higher education; of Difference, Companion to Economic Geography, and Scale and Geographic Inquiry. (2) Support the efforts of lone geographers working in non-geography programs and in smaller schools; (3) Engage with geographers working in his- Statement: Geography’s potential, in an interdependent world of progres- torically black colleges and universities to reach out to minority students; (4) sively specialized academia and policy-making, is considerable. It lies in our Build on the successes of the AAG specialty conferences that bring geogra- ability to range from humanities to the natural sciences; to show how the phers together with policymakers and academics from other disciplines; and emergent spatiality of society, and nature, shapes their co-evolution; and to (5) Support ongoing efforts in the area of early career faculty development. tackle complex public issues that other individual disciplines struggle to grasp. Yet this potential remains underdeveloped, and our efforts to publicize it ERIC S. SHEPPARD. Professor of Geography, Uni- remain incomplete. This potential can only be approached if we deepen our versity of Minnesota, Assistant Professor to Professor own intellectual exchanges, broaden our palette of participants, and become (1976-present). PhD and MA (University of Toron- a more public discipline. As Vice President, I will ask us to move Geography to, 1972-76), BSc (University of Bristol, 1969-72). beyond an appreciation of our different approaches toward mutual engagement across them. I will urge us to strengthen Geography by diversifying its Research and Teaching Interests: geographies of participants, and by learning from insights rooted in the distinctive geo- economic change and inequality; environmental graphic experiences of the global south. I will push us to engage with multi- justice; geographic information technologies and ple publics (media, officials, think tanks, NGOs, and communities), and carry society; urban policy and politics; critical human Geography into all walks of life. I will ask the Council to implement Diversi- geography; modeling geographical change; philosophy and method. ty Task Force recommendations, evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives pro- Professional Service: Vice Chair and Chair, AAG Economic Geography Spe- moting Geography, and assess the value of AAG membership. cialty Group (2000-04); Co-Editor, Environment and Planning A (1998-present),

NATIONAL COUNCILLOR (two to be elected)

RICHARD J. ASPINALL. Professor of Geography, Information Council (1997-2003); Montana Interagency GIS Technical Arizona State University. PhD (University of Hull, Working Group (1997-2004); UK National Geospatial Database Research 1982), BSc (Hons) (University of Birmingham, Committee (1996-97); Steering Committee for GIS Research UK (1993- 1978), CGeog (2002). 97); IALE UK National Committee (1992-94); Biogeography Research Group Committee (1989-90); Royal Scottish Geographical Society Service to Geography and AAG. Program Director, Aberdeen Section Committee (1988-92); Biogeography Study Group Com- Geography and Regional Science Program, NSF mittee (IBG) (1987-90). (2001-03); AAG GIS SG Past Chair (2004-05) Chair (2003-04), Vice Chair (2002-03); GIS SG Representa- Professional Experience. Professor and Chair, Department of Geography, Ari- tive to UCGIS (2000); Standing Committee on Geographic Data Standards zona State University (2004-); Professor of Geography, Department of Earth (1999-2002); USGS Geographic Analysis and Monitoring Science Advisory Sciences, and Director, Geographic Information and Analysis Center, Mon- Committee (USGS) (2003-); Land Use and Land Cover Change Interagency tana State University (1997-2004); Research Scientist, Macaulay Land Use Working Group (2001-03); NASA-Land Grant Universities Geospatial Research Institute (1987-97); Lecturer, University of Newcastle upon Tyne Technical Advisory Committee (1999-2001); Montana Geographic (1983-87); Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Hull (1982-83).

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Honors, Awards, Grants. ASPRS ESRI Award (Third Place) 1994 (GIS), Research and Teaching Interests: mountain geomorphology, watershed ASPRS Intergraph Award (Spatial Data Standards). Forty-two grants since dynamics, human impacts on the natural environment, tropical glaciation, 1997: BLM Joint Fire Science Program, FGDC, FWS National Interagency the Andes. Fire Center, NASA, NPS, NSF, USDA, USFS, USGS. Publications: Peer-reviewed articles in Geomorphology, Physical Geography, Research and Teaching Interests. land use, biogeography, geomorphology, Environmental Management, Ambio, Mountain Research and Development, Southeastern integrated modeling of natural and human systems, and basic and applied Geographer, National Geographic Research; one National Academy of Sciences GIScience. co-authored book; about twenty-five papers in proceedings, book chapters, and reviews. Publications. One edited book, Spatial Information for Land Use Management (2000). Over sixty-five papers in refereed journals and book chapters Statement: First, the gap between the geographer’s view of geography and the including: Journal of Biogeography, Geomorphology, Applied Geography, Area, IJGIS, non-geographer’s view remains uncomfortably wide and continues to threat- Journal of Geographical Systems, Photogrammetric Engineering and Remote Sensing, en to marginalize our discipline, even when we think our techniques, Journal of Environmental Management, Environment and Pollution, Environmental Pollu- perspectives, and themes are central to the needs and concerns of our socie- tion, Climate Change, Cold Regions Science and Technology, Biological Invasions, Eco- ty. We need to continue to improve our external interfaces. In doing so, we logical Applications, Ecological Modelling, Journal of the Zoological Society of London. will be more visible to decision-maker, funders, employers, and portions of the population that remain underrepresented in the AAG. Second, because Statement: Geography has enormous potential to establish itself as the geography derives great strength from a remarkable diversity of research central discipline in interdisciplinary science and social science. There is interests and approaches, and because our internal differences and the stress- growing interest in geographic approaches from other disciplines and in es they produce are essential to our vitality, the AAG should continue to addressing questions that have social, economic, and environmental foster internal diversity and welcome the intellectual growth that flows from importance through interdisciplinary science. The AAG has a clear and interaction with related fields. We should continue to promote and hone our important role to play in these developments, providing leadership to the collective abilities as integrators, and create a professional home base that discipline as it establishes itself in the context of interdisciplinary science. serves the changing needs of geographers and potential geographers from To accomplish this role research and education agendas are needed in industry, government, and other realms, as well as from academia. AAG that engage a full diversity within the discipline and that demonstrate the value of geographic synthesis, integration and analysis in MEI-PO KWAN. Professor and Graduate Chair, linking natural and social science. The agendas should be targeted to Department of Geography, Ohio State University. attract increasing numbers of students, especially minorities, develop Assistant Professor to Professor (1995-present). PhD individual and disciplinary skills in leadership in science and society, and (UC Santa Barbara, 1994); MA (UCLA, 1989); develop the discipline as the core of novel approaches that expand the B.SoSci. (CU Hong Kong, 1985). contribution of geography. Service to AAG: Vice-Chair (Chair-elect), GIS SG CAROL HARDEN. Professor of Geography, Univer- (2004-05). Chair, Committee on the Status of sity of Tennessee. BA (Middlebury College, 1970); MA, Women in Geography (CSWG) (2003-05). Secre- PhD (University of Colorado, 1974-75, 1983-87). tary, Geographic Perspectives on Women SG (2003-05). Board Member, Transportation Geography SG (2003-05). Member, Affirmative Action Professional Service to AAG: Member, Long-range and Minority Status Committee (2003-05). Member, CSWG (2002-03). Planning Committee (2000-03); Honors Committee Member, Research Grants Committee (2000-03). (Member 1997-2000 Chair, 1998-99); Geomorpholo- gy Specialty Group (Chair 1997-98, Secretary-Trea- Professional Service: Member, Qualitative Methods Subcommittee, surer 1996-97, Advisory Board 1998-2001, AAG rep- Transportation Research Board, U.S. National Academies (2004-present). resentative to IAG 2001); Mountain Geography Specialty Group (Chair, Member, Board of Directors, UCGIS (2004-05). Leader, Geography Facul- Honors Committee 1999-2000); Member, Globe Award Committee (2004- ). ty Development Alliance Workshop (2003). Coordinator, SPACE and CSISS Summer Workshop (2001-present). Associate Editor (2003-present), Other Professional Service: Publications Officer and Executive Committee Consulting Editor (2000-03), Geographical Analysis. Editorial Board, Gender, member, International Association of Geomorphologists (2003-05); Steer- Place and Culture (2003-present). International Editorial Advisory Board, The ing Committee member, Binghamton Geomorphology Symposia (2004- ); Canadian Geographer (2002-present). External Geography Program Reviewer National Research Council Committee on Research Priorities in Geography (2004). Advisory Panelist or Proposal Reviewer for nine NSF programs at the U.S. Geological Survey (2000-03); Editorial Boards: The Professional (1995-present), Australian Research Council and Austrian Science Fund. Geographer (1993-present), Mountain Research and Development (1993-2003), Reviewer for over thirty journals. Southeastern Geographer (1996-2003); NSF Water Cycle Studies Panel (2002); SEDAAG committees (1991-93, 1998-99); Head, Department of Geogra- Honors and Awards: Ameritech Fellowship (2000-01). Forty-five invited phy, University of Tennessee (1995-2000). lectures, colloquia and presentations at specialist workshops, e.g. Rocke- feller Lecture, Dartmouth College (2004), IGERT Distinguished Lecture, Honors and Awards: Fulbright Award (2004); Angie Warren Perkins Award, UC Davis (2004), Inaugural Ralston Lecture, University of Tennessee University of Tennessee (1997); Fellow, Explorers Club (1984-96); (2003). Twenty-six grants totaling over $1.4 million from NSF, NCGIA, University of Tennessee awards for teaching and for research. Research U.S. Department of Transportation, and other sources. funding from NSF, National Geographic Society, USGS, USFS, EPA, State of Tennessee, AAG, and AAAS/NSF). Continued on page 8

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Research and Teaching Interests: urban, economic and transportation of Geography, University of Minnesota Duluth, (1995-96, 1989-92); geography, GIS, feminist geography, cultural identities and citizenship, Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Administration, UMD (1992-94); information technologies and social change. Director, Center for Community and Regional Research, UMD (1990-94); Professor, Associate, Assistant, UMD (1987-96); Associate, Assistant, Visit- Publications: Over forty articles in refereed journals and books, e.g. Annals of ing Professor, University of Iowa (1979-87). the Association of American Geographers; Economic Geography; Geographical Analysis; Urban Geography; The Professional Geographer; Gender, Place and Culture; Computers, Awards, Honors, Grants: Presidential Excellence Award, USF (2003); Environment and Urban Systems; Feminist Media Studies; Cartographica; Area; Geografiska Research Honors Award, Southeastern Division AAG (2001); Research Annaler B; Environment and Planning B; Journal of Geographical Systems; Transportation Award, UMD, College of Liberal Arts, (1995-96); PI/Co-PI external grants Research B/C. Five co-edited special issues and thirteen technical reports. include: NSF, Global Center for Disaster Management and Humanitarian Action, Joyce Foundation, International Hurricane Center, Natural Hazards Statement: Recent global and environmental change has highlighted the Center, Florida DOT, Sea Grant, and ESRI. value of geography for understanding many urgent problems of the contemporary world. Different subfields and their intersections offer powerful Research and Teaching: natural hazards, water resources, and environmen- geographic insights into a variety of issues. The AAG should play a strong tal impacts. role in increasing the influence and importance of geography in public Publications: Eleven books and edited monographs, over seventy-five debates, scientific research, education, and progressive social/global change. refereed articles, proceedings, chapters; twenty-five technical reports; If elected, I will work to assist the AAG in: (1) achieving its long-term goals twenty-two book reviews; over 100 conference papers, and more than fifty to be relevant to professional geographers and society at large, and to be invited seminars. Journals include The Professional Geographer, Natural Hazards inclusive and representative of the diverse populations and interests in the Review, Environmental Management, Environmental Hazards, Disasters, Environmental discipline; (2) developing approaches and networks to facilitate interaction Geochemistry and Health, International Journal of Mass Emergencies and Disasters, Envi- and collaboration among geographers and scholars in various subfields, disci- ronment and Behavior, Water Resources Bulletin, Environmental Professional, Journal of plines, educational/public institutions, and community organizations; (3) Soil and Water Conservation, Journal of Geography, and Ground Water. implementing its educational/outreach initiatives that seek to recruit and retain women and minorities in geography, and to increase participation and Statement: Standing waist deep in floodwater while removing possessions interest from many audiences, including young people, students with disad- from inundated households in 1968, I wondered why people respond vantaged backgrounds, and international audiences. as they do to hazards. The flood warning had sounded, but few people react- ed because the previous flood had “only reached half way down the high GRAHAM A. TOBIN. Professor. Department of street.” So began my interest in floods and the realization that this was more Geography, University of South Florida. BA (Hons.) than a hydrological problem. Since then, my hazards research has been well- (Durham University, England, 1973); PhD (Strath- grounded in scientific principles that combine the physical and social sciences. clyde University, Scotland, 1978). As a National Councillor, therefore, I can offer a broad understanding of geography, along with many years of experience in academic leadership positions. Professional Service: Co-Executive Director/Co- Many disciplines, including geography, are grappling with issues of social Editor, Applied Geography Conferences (2002-06); relevance, yet applied and relevant scholarship must rest on sound founda- Editorial Board, Southeastern Geographer (2004 to pres- tions that build essential theory and models. Indeed, the vitality of geography ent); AAG Publications Committee (1999-2003); depends on mutually respectful and productive relationships between basic Peer Review Panel, NSF/EPA (1999 and 1997); Chair, AAG Hazards Spe- research and practical applications, and between an understanding of both the cialty Group (1995-97); President, Sigma Xi, Duluth Chapter (1993-94); physical and socio-cultural world. Thus, I believe we should pursue our geo- Chair, AAG Water Resources Specialty Group (1988-90). graphic research proudly, seek wide distribution of our publications to both Professional Experience: Professor of Geography, USF (1996 to present); academia and the public, and strive to transfer our excitement to our students Chair, Department of Geography, USF (1996-2001); Head, Department through innovative classroom activities and fieldwork.

HONORS COMMITTEE A (one to be elected)

JOSEPH P. STOLTMAN: Professor of Geography Professional Service: Editor of Research in Geographic Education, published in and Science Education and University Distinguished the United States, and co-editor of International Research in Geography and Faculty Scholar, Western Michigan University. Environmental Education, published in the United Kingdom.

Research and Teaching Interests: Current research Service to the AAG: Member of the design and development team and includes the analysis and mapping of the impact of evaluator for Activities and Readings in the Geography of the United States (ARGUS) content standards and statewide assessment on geog- and Activities and Resources for the Geography of the World (ARGWorld), both raphy inclusion and student geography achievement National Science Foundation supported projects of the Association of in Michigan. He directs the Master of Arts in Teaching Geography degree American Geographers. program and holds a joint appointment as a faculty member in the Honors and Awards: AAG, East Lakes AAG, IGU, and NCGE have Mallinson Institute for Science Education. He serves as PhD dissertation awarded honors to him for his scholarly and professional work in geo- adviser for students in earth science education. graphic education. He is a Fellow of the Grosvenor Center for Geographic Education and the Academia de Ciencias Sociales de Mendoza.

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CORT J. WILLMOTT. Professor of Geography, Uni- (2001-04; Member, 1998-present); National Councillor, AAG, (2001-04); versity of Delaware (UD). PhD (UCLA, 1977), MA and Member, committee to review the Geography and Regional Science BA (California State University, Hayward, 1972, 1969). Program at NSF (1996); Member, Board of Directors, National Center for Geographic Information and Analysis (NCGIA) (1993-96); Member, Redis- Research and Teaching Interests: climate variability covering Geography Committee, NRC/NAS (1993-97); Member, Scholar and change; land surface processes and their influ- Adviser Committee, Geography Education Standards Project, NCGE ences on climate; water-budget modeling; and quan- (1993-94). titative methods, especially spatial estimation and model-performance statistics. Publications: Coeditor, Geography in America… and Spatial Statistics and Mod- els; author or coauthor of articles in Agricultural and Forest Meteorology, American Awards, Honors and Grants: Lifetime Achievement Award, AAG Climate Cartographer, Annals of the Association of American Geographers, Bulletin of the Ameri- Specialty Group (2004); Distinguished Scholarship Honors of the AAG can Meteorological Society, Climate Research, Geophysical Research Letters, Global and (2000); PI or Co-PI on approximately twenty federal grants, primarily from Planetary Change, International Journal of Climatology, Journal of Climate, Journal of NASA and NSF; Award for the Best Student Paper presented at the annual Geophysical Research, Journal of Applied Meteorology, Physical Geography, The Pro- meeting of the APCG (1975). fessional Geographer, Solar Energy, Theoretical and Applied Climatology, Water Selected Service to Geography: Chair, AAG Publications Committee Resources Research; author of pieces in books, monographs, and proceedings.

HONORS COMMITTEE B (two to be elected)

SHARMISTHA BAGCHI-SEN. Professor, State JEROME E. (JERRY) DOBSON. Professor, Univer- University of New York-Buffalo, Geography. PhD sity of Kansas. PhD (University of Tennessee, 1975); (University of Georgia, 1989). MA, BA (University of Georgia, 1972, 1967); AA (Reinhardt College, 1965). Service to AAG: Board member, Committee on the Status of Women in Geography, AAG, 2003-06; Professional Experience: Distinguished Research & Board member, Economic Geography Specialty Development Staff Member, Oak Ridge National Group, AAG 2002–04, Nystrom Committee, AAG Laboratory, Visiting Associate Professor, Arizona 2000. State University. Awards, Honors, and Grants: Lilly Endowment Teaching Fellowship, Research and Teaching Interests: geographic information science, popula- 1991-92; National Science Foundation grants (alliances in biotechnology: tions at risk, palaeogeography, world regional geography. 2001-03 and information technology workforce: 2004-06). Service to AAG: Member since 1971; co-founder and first Chair of Energy Professional Experience: Editor, The Professional Geographer, 2005-08; Editor- Specialty Group (1979-82) and Director (1982-84); Chair of GIS Specialty ial board member, Industrial Geography; Visiting Faculty, Indian Institute of Group (1990-91),Vice Chair (1989) and Director (1987-89); Chair, Professional Management, Calcutta, India; Astor Visiting Lecturer, Oxford University, Careers Development Committee SEDAAG (1980); Editorial Board, The Profes- February 2004. sional Geographer (1985-87); AAG Long Range Planning Committee (2000-04). Current Research and Teaching Interests: innovation, regulation and Other Service to Geography: President, American Geographical Society; development: the biotechnology-pharmaceutical sector in the United President, University Consortium for Geographic Information Science; Fel- States and India; information technology and the workforce: contextualiz- low, Royal Geographical Society; Corresponding Individual Member; Inter- ing the gendered division of labor; global business and knowledge net- national Geographical Union; Contributing Editor, GeoWorld magazine; works: Asia-U.S. connections. U.S. Delegate and Expert, International Standards Organization; Editorial Advisory Board, GISWorld magazine; Scientific Editor, GIS World Sourcebook; Publications: Articles in Economic Geography, Urban Geography, Regional Studies, Steering Committee; National Committee for Digital Cartographic Data Environment and Planning A and C, Growth and Change, The Professional Geographer, Standards; Steering Committee, Applied Geography Conferences. European Planning Studies, Geografiska Annaler B, International Journal of Technology and Globalisation, International Journal of Biotechnology, Service Industries Journal, Contributions: Led development of LandScan Global Population Database, Technovation, and others. Edited and co-edited three special issues: Urban world standard for estimating populations at risk during natural disasters, wars, and terrorist acts; proposed paradigm of automated geography; played Geography, Environment and Planning C, and Law and Policy. Currently co-editing an instrumental role in originating the National Center for Geographic a book entitled Economic Geography: Bringing Theory to Practice (Routledge). Information and Analysis; proposed new theory regarding continental drift and plate tectonics; proposed new theory regarding the role of iodine in human evolution; currently supporting international programs for humanitarian demining (land mine clearance). Publications: More than 150 publications. Articles in Annals of the AAG, The Professional Geographer, Geographical Review, Photogrammetric Engineering and Remote Sensing, IEEE Technology and Society, Geography, Journal of Biogeography, Journal of Continued on page 10

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Coastal Research, Journal of Chemical Information and Computer Sciences, Geographische Growth and Change, and Population Research and Policy Review; editor of special Rundschau, The Information Society. issue in Asian Geographer.

C. CINDY FAN. Professor of Geography, Universi- LIZBETH A. PYLE. PhD, Geography, University of ty of California, Los Angeles. PhD, Geography, Minnesota, 1983; MA, Geography, University of Ohio State University, 1989; M.Phil., Geography, South Carolina, 1977; B.A., Geography, Slippery Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1984; BA, Geog- Rock State College (PA), 1975. raphy, University of Hong Kong, 1981. Service to the AAG: AAG Nominating Committee, Research and Teaching Interests: social, economic 2003-04; AAG Treasurer, 1998-99; AAG Regional and spatial changes in transitional economies; Councillor (Southeastern Division), 1996-99; AAG regional policy, inequality, gender, labor migration, Finance Committee, 1993-2000; Specialty Group marriage migration, and cities in post-Mao China; population, ethnicity, Board, Contemporary Agriculture and Rural Land Use, 1987-89; to the South- and regional development. eastern Division (SEDAAG): SEDAAG Honors Committee, 2003-04; SEDAAG Nominating Committee, 2002; SEDAAG President,1993-95; SEDAAG Professional Experience: Graduate Advisor, Department of Geography, Treasurer, 1991-93 and 1989-91; Editorial Board, Southeastern Geographer, UCLA, 1995-97; Chair of Asian American Studies Program, UCLA, 1997- 1999-2001 and 1988-95. 2001; Site Scholar and Presenter to community college and school teachers, UCLA History-Geography Project, 1993-present and UCLA Asian Families Research Interests: rural geography, including recreation and tourism, land Seminar for Educators, 2004; Vice Chair and Chair, China use, economic development, and landscape change. Specialty Group of the AAG, 1996-98; AAG Annual Meeting Program Professional Experience: Adjunct Faculty in Geography, West Virginia Uni- Committee, 2002; Member of Advisory Panel, Geography and Regional versity, 2000-present (part-time instructor). Research Associate, Institutional Science, National Science Foundation, 2000-02; Consultant, World Bank, Analysis and Planning, West Virginia University, 1992-99; Visiting Assistant 2001 and 2004; Co-editor, Eurasian Geography and Economics, 2001-present; Professor of Geography, West Virginia University, 1985-92; Assistant Profes- Member of editorial board, Geographical Analysis, China: An International Jour- sor of Geography, University of Kentucky, 1983-84. Served on MA and PhD nal, and Social Science Quarterly. student committees, led field trips, presented papers at conferences; complet- Research Awards: Three National Science Foundation research grants and ed reviews of manuscripts for geography journals and NSF grant proposals. one Luce Foundation research award. Honors and Awards: Outstanding Service Award, Southeastern Division, Publications: Over forty refereed articles in journals and books, including 2002; Research and travel grants from the AAG, West Virginia University, Annals of the AAG, The Professional Geographer, International Journal of Urban and and the University of Kentucky. Regional Research, Economic Geography, Environment and Planning A, Urban Geogra- Publications: Articles in the Geographical Review, The Professional Geographer, phy, Political Geography, International Migration Review, Eurasian Geography and Southeastern Geographer, and Urban Geography; book chapters, book reviews, and Economics, Geographical Analysis, Annals of Regional Science, Regional Studies, papers in conference proceedings.

NOMINATING COMMITTEE (three to be elected)

JAMES W. HARRINGTON, JR. Professor of Geog- Executive Director, North American Regional Science Council (1993- raphy. University of Washington: Department Chair 2000); Rediscovering Geography Committee, National Academy of (2000-present), Professor (1997-present). National Sciences (1994-95). Science Foundation: Program Director, Geography Honors and Awards: Harriet Eliot Lecturer, UNC-Greensboro (2004); and Regional Science (1994-97). George Mason Uni- David Boyce Award for Service to Regional Science (2001); Visiting Schol- versity: Associate Professor, Public Policy (1991-97). ar, West Chester University (1994); Delany Lecturer, UWV (1987). SUNY-Buffalo: Assistant Professor, Associate Profes- sor (1983-91). PhD, University of Washington Publications: Thirty articles and chapters; co-author of Industrial Location: (1983); MA, University of Washington (1980); AB, Harvard University Principles, Practices, and Policy (Routledge); Rediscovering Geography: New Rele- (1977). vance for the New Century (National Academy Press); co-editor of Geography and Technology (Kluwer). Research and Teaching Interests: economic geography—specifically sub- national, regional economic development, occupational attainment, inter- Statement: The AAG has benefited from, and clearly needs, strong yet national trade. empathetic leaders who have accomplished much while exhibiting attention to all parts of our wide-ranging discipline. Perceiving and labeling parts of Professional Service: President, Association of Washington Geographers the discipline as “other” is always a danger. Geographers can, do, and should (2003-05); AAG Centennial Coordinating Committee (1997-2004); AAG be able to articulate the synergy among scientific, representational, and Secretary and National Councilor (1994-97); Chair, AAG Economic humanistic scholarship. We must do more as a discipline to recognize and Geography Specialty Group (1998-2000); Co-Chair, AAG/AGS Business, manifest the ways that processes affect and are interpreted by diverse social Industry, and Government Affinity Group (1999-2001); U.S. representative and cultural groups. to the IGU Commission on the Dynamics of Economic Spaces (2000-08);

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LISA M. BUTLER HARRINGTON. Associate Pro- Publications: Articles in journals such as Political Geography, Cultural fessor, Kansas State University. BS, Colorado State Geographies, Journal of Cultural Geography, Geographical Review, Geojournal, Journal University, 1979; MRPA, Clemson University, 1982; of Geography, and Comparative State Politics, plus several book chapters. Co- PhD, University of Oklahoma, 1986. editor (with Fiona Davidson, Fred Shelley, and Gerald Webster) of Teaching Political Geography (1998). Research and Teaching Interests: human-environment relations, rural land use, natural resources, envi- WEI LI. Associate Professor, Arizona State Universi- ronmental change, public lands, introductory physi- ty. PhD, Geography, University of Southern Califor- cal geography. nia, 1997; MS, Geography, Peking University, 1985; Professional Experience: Kansas State University (ten years); Eastern Illi- BS Geography, Beijing Normal College, 1982. nois University (four years); visiting positions at Central Michigan Univer- Research and Teaching Interests: immigration and sity, New Mexico State University, Western Washington University. NRC integration in the Pacific Rim and Europe; geography Committee on Endangered and Threatened Species in the Platte River of race/ethnicity; immigrant community develop- Basin. NSF Geography & Regional Science Doctoral Dissertation Research ment; transnational ethnic economy. Improvement program panelist. Board of Directors: Applied Geography Conferences, Learning Disabilities Association of Kansas, and KSU Natur- Service to AAG and Public Sector: Member, Affirmative Action and al Resources and Environmental Science Secondary Major. KSU Minority Status Standing Committee (2004-07); Board of Directors, Popu- ADVANCE program and AAG Healthy Departments workshop participant. lation Specialty Group (2004- ); AAG Annual Meeting Program Commit- tee and Local Arrangement Committees (2001 and 2002). Vice Chair Service to the AAG: AAG Research Grants Committee (2000-03; Chair 2002- (2004-06), Secretary/Treasurer (2002-04), Board Member (1998-2002), Stu- 03); Contemporary Agriculture and Rural Land Use Specialty Group (Chair, dent Board Member (1996-98), Ethnic Geography Specialty Group. Mem- 1998-2000; Newsletter Editor, 1993-98; Secretary-Treasurer, 1990-94; Direc- ber, the Census Advisory Committee on the Asian Population, Race and tor, 1988-90); and Rural Geography Specialty Group (Director, 2003-05) Ethnic Advisory Committees (REAC), U.S. Census Bureau (appointed by Awards, Grants, and Honors: Berg Fellow, Soil and Water Conservation the U.S. Secretary of Commerce; 2003-05). Society; IBG Young Research Worker; Finalist, AAG Nystrom Award; select- Professional Experience: Assistant Professor to Associate Professor, Asian Pacific ed as a U.S. representative to four of the quadrennial rural geography Studies Program/Department of Geography, Arizona State University symposia. Co-PI on Kansas portions of NSF funded Human Environment (2001- ); Assistant Professor, Department of Geography/Asian American Stud- Regional Observatory project, Research Experience for Undergraduates, and ies Institute, University of Connecticut (1997-2001); Exchange Scholar, NASA-sponsored AAG Global Change in Local Places project. PI, National Department of Geography, University of Maryland (1989-91) and Univer- Institutes for Global Environmental Change funded project (1998-99). sity of Nebraska Lincoln (1988); Instructor to Assistant Professor, Department Publications: peer reviewed papers in a variety of outlets, including The Pro- of Geography, Peking University (1985-88) fessional Geographer, Applied Geography, Global Environmental Change, Climate Publications: About thirty refereed articles in journals and books, including Research, Society and Natural Resources; various book chapters and reports; co- Annals of Association of American Geographers, Environment and Planning A, Urban editor of two books from rural geography symposia. Studies, Urban Geography, Social Science Research, and Journal of Asian American Studies. Editor or co-editor on two books: From Urban Enclave to Ethnic Suburb: JONATHAN LEIB. Associate Professor, Depart- New Asian Communities in Pacific Rim Countries (forthcoming) and Landscapes of the ment of Geography, Florida State University. BA, Ethnic Economy (under review). Geography and Political Science, Mary Washington College, 1985; MA and PhD, Geography, Syracuse Awards: National Science Foundation POWRE grant (2000-02); AAG University, 1987, 1992. Research Grant (2000); Nystrom Dissertation Award, AAG (1999). Research Interests: political and cultural geography, W. ANDREW MARCUS. Professor, Department of ‘race’ and ethnicity, geographies of the American Geography, University of Oregon. PhD, Geography, South. University of Colorado (1987); MA, Geography, Professional Experience: Director of Graduate Studies, 2002-present; Associate Arizona State University (1983); BS (Phi Beta Professor, 2001-present; Assistant Professor 1997-2001, Department of Geog- Kappa), Geology, Stanford University (1978). raphy, Florida State University. Assistant Professor, 1992-96, Georgia Southern Service to the AAG: Publications Committee (1999- University. Visiting Instructor, 1991-92, New Mexico State University. 2003) and Committee Chair (1999-2000); Nystrom Service to Geography: Editor, Journal of Geography, 1998-2000. Editorial Award Committee (2003); Honors Committee Board member, Southeastern Geographer, 2004-present. Member of the AAG (2000-02) and Committee Chair (2001-02); Regional Councillor, Great 2003 Annual Meeting Program Committee. Board Member, Political Geog- Plains/Rocky Mountain Division (1999-2001); Vice Chair/Chair and raphy Specialty Group, 1996-98. Co-host, 2003 Political Geography Spe- regional conference organizer, Great Plains/Rocky Mountain Division cialty Group Annual Meeting. Member of the Nominations Committee, (1995-97); Chair, Geomorphology Specialty Group (1993-94). Political Geography Specialty Group, 1999-present. Secretary, Southeast- ern Division of the AAG 2001-02. 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www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 11 December 2004 continued from page 11 Other Professional Service: Vice President/President, University of Ore- environments; Quaternary paleolake studies; Lake Bonneville; geomor- gon Senate (2003-present); Founding board member, Trustee (1996-2003) phic impacts of off-road vehicles; history of geography; history of and Board Chair (2002-03), Central Asia Institute; Trustee and Chair, Edu- geomorphology. cation Committee (1997-2001, 2003-present), Yosemite National Institutes. Professional Service: AAG: Geomorphology Specialty Group Chair Professional Experience: Three years (2001-present) at Department of (2003-04), GSG Secretary-Treasurer-Newsletter Editor (2002-03), Geography, University of Oregon; ten years on faculty at Department of GSG advisory board member (2004-07); Coastal and Marine Earth Sciences, Montana State University, including three years (1996-99) Geography Specialty Group Secretary-Treasurer-Newsletter Editor as Department Head; four years at Department of Geography, University of (1995-98). Geological Society of America: Quaternary Geology Maryland. Extensive consulting with geographic software design, ecosys- and Geomorphology Division governing panel member (2002-04); tem analysis, and environmental assessment firms. History of Geology Division nominating committee member and Research and Teaching Interests: fluvial geomorphology, hydrology, water chair (1998-2001). History of Earth Sciences Society: treasurer (1995- resources policy, remote sensing of rivers, spatial analysis, mountain 2001); nominating committee member (2004-06). Journals: editorial regions, Yellowstone ecosystem, and environmental and higher education. board member for Geomorphology and Earth Sciences History; guest editor of forthcoming issues of Physical Geography commemorating the Publications: Articles in the Annals of the Association of American Geographers, Geo- AAG centennial. morphology, Journal of Geographical Systems, Remote Sensing of Environment, Environmen- tal Law Reporter, Water Resources Bulletin, Environmental Management, Mountain Research Honors and Awards: Geological Society of America Gladys Cole and Development, as well as other journal articles, book chapters and professional Research Award, Outstanding Teacher Award from the Ohio University reports. Funded by various agencies including NSF, NASA, EPA, and USGS. College of Arts and Sciences, research support from NSF, USGS, NGS, AAG, GSA, Utah Geological Survey, Petroleum Research Fund, DOROTHY SACK. Professor, Department of and others. Geography, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio. PhD in Publications: Articles in Quaternary Research, Geomorphology, Earth Geography, University of Utah, 1988; MS in Geog- Surface Processes and Landforms, The Professional Geographer, Physical raphy, University of Utah, 1981; BA in Geography, Geography, Palaeogeography-Palaeoclimatology-Palaeoecology, Journal of Geogra- San Diego State University, 1977. phy, Smithsonian Contributions to Earth Science, and others. Various book Research and Teaching Interests: geomorphology chapters. Several Quaternary geologic maps and Quaternary research and sedimentology, particularly in arid and coastal reports published by the Utah Geological Survey.

AAG Cartography Editor Sought AAG Holiday Open House You are cordially invited to join your colleagues he AAG seeks applications and nominations for Cartogra- for the annual AAG holiday open house. phy Editor. The editor will review and enhance the carto- T graphic content and quality of submissions to both The Thursday, December 9 Professional Geographer and the Annals of the AAG to ensure that all 4:00-7:00 p.m. information is cartographically appropriate and clearly displayed. She or he will be appointed for a four-year term. AAG Meridian Place The Cartography Editor will work in coordination with the 1710 16th Street NW, AAG Journals Editor and the PG and Annals editors, and is prima- Washington, DC 20009-3198 rily responsible for all graphics used in both journals. This includes working on maps and figures to ensure that all information is clear- Spouses, guests, and children are welcome. ly displayed and that figures and maps appear in proper electronic Please provide the names and ages of children attending. formats, etc. The AAG will provide a modest stipend to be used for expens- Please RSVP es and honorarium at the editor’s discretion. Voice 202-234-1450 To apply, send a letter of application and a complete curriculum [email protected] vitae to: Chair, AAG Publications Committee, AAG Meridian Place Office, 1710 Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20009- All Members are Welcome 3198. Nominations and applications may also be submitted electronically to [email protected].

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AAG to Participate in Carnegie Project to Internationalize Disciplines

he AAG, along with three other dis- organizations, including the American currently testing the modules at a wide ciplinary associations (the American Association for the Advancement of Sci- range of domestic and international insti- T Historical Association, the Ameri- ence, American Council of Learned Soci- tutions (see the October AAG Newsletter can Political Science Association, and the eties, the Consortium of Social Science for further details). This research will American Psychological Association) and Associations, and the National Humanities weigh the value of the modules as tools for the American Council on Education Alliance. The committee will serve as a internationalizing geography courses in (ACE), are part of a new project promot- mechanism for the exchange of ideas the undergraduate curriculum. ing the internationalization of teaching among the participants and will explore The AAG is also maintaining its current and learning at U.S. colleges and universi- how the work of the project and overall international programs for members. In ties. The project, entitled “Where Faculty institutional efforts to enhance internation- August of this year, the AAG assisted twen- Live: Internationalizing the Disciplines,” alization can be mutually reinforcing. ty-nine junior and senior scholars attending is being funded by a Carnegie Corpora- the IGU Congress in Glasgow through tion grant to the ACE. New and Ongoing AAG a travel grant program funded by the As part of the project, each association International Research National Science Foundation. The My will: (1) articulate global learning out- and Education Initiatives Community, Our Earth project is currently comes relevant to its membership that will The AAG is planning new initiatives inviting student projects that reflect the inform both the major and general educa- that directly support the ACE internation- themes of the U.N. Decade of Education tion and communicate those outcomes to alization project. In November, a survey for Sustainable Development (see the Octo- the membership, (2) develop an action was administered to a sample of geogra- ber AAG Newsletter). The AAG continues its plan to promote internationalization with- phy faculty in the U.S. and international- tradition of holding a special reception at in its discipline, and (3) explore how the ly through the International Geographical each annual meeting to honor the presence work on internationalization accom- Union and the International Network for of international scholars participating in the plished by the disciplinary associations Learning and Teaching Geography in meeting. This year’s International Reception can be integrated into institutional strate- Higher Education. The survey is designed will be held Tuesday evening April 5, 2005, gies to promote internationalization. to measure how geographers perceive the at the Denver Annual Meeting. And many It is expected that the project will value of internationalization and global AAG Specialty Groups also focus on inter- demonstrate how disciplinary associations learning for geography education and national themes and regional studies and can take a leadership role in promoting research. It will also identify the tactics help members develop their international internationalization of student learning. that geography departments are using to networks. The project will also provide guidance to internationalize their undergraduate and Through these ongoing and newly faculty in the participating disciplines to graduate programs and encourage faculty established programs, the AAG continues help them incorporate an international to pursue international research. to build important international connec- dimension into their teaching and the Another international education proj- tions among geography faculty and stu- experiences of their students, in both ect, the AAG’s Online Center for Global dents. Further information on the Online upper-level courses in the major and in Geography Education, recently published Center for Global Geography Education courses that comprise general education a series of Web-based modules that can be found at www.aag.org/Education/ or the core curriculum. link students in different countries for center/. Information on MyCOE is avail- To assist the participating associations in collaborative projects and international able at www.geography.org/sustainable/. this work, ACE has formed a steering com- discussions about the global economy, mittee consisting of representatives of the world population growth, and national- Michael Solem associations and several other academic ism. Geography faculty and students are [email protected]

Reduce your taxes for 2004 by making a contribution to the AAG Advancing Geography Centennial Fund by December 31. See the form on page 17.

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University of Maryland, Empirical Assessment with Field Measure- and Si-chee Tsay (NASA Goddard Space College Park ments and Satellite Remotely Sensing Flight Center). Several faculty members in the Observations.” Co-investigators are John David Roy, associate research scien- Department of Geography at the Univer- R. Townshend (University of Maryland tist, received a three-year subcontract sity of Maryland, College Park met with Department of Geography), Jeffery Masek for “The Application of NASA EOS Data success in obtaining grants through the (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center), and in the Evaluation of a Regional Atmos- NASA Earth Science Enterprise (ESE) Warren Cohen (USDA Forest Service). pheric Transport and Radiative Forcing Carbon Cycle Science program. The Professor Eric Kasischke received Modeling Activity in Southern Africa” in department received over 8% of the funding for a project entitled “Wildfire the amount of $131,357. The principal fifty-nine awards made nationally. The Consumption of Ground-Layer Organic investigator of the award is Crystal awards represent just over $4 million in Matter in North American Boreal Schaaf (Boston University). Roy also new funding for the department. Forests and Peat lands: Implications received a subcontract for “A Daily Professor Ruth Defries received a for Atmospheric Trace Gas Emission BRDF/Albedo Algorithm for MODIS three-year award for $569,090 entitled and Long-Term Soil Carbon Storage.” Direct Broadcast Sites” in the amount of “Reducing Uncertainties of Carbon Emis- This NASA award of $769,000 will $42,263 for three years. The principal sions from Land Use-Related Fires with last for three years. Kasischke’s co-inves- investigator for the award is Robert Swap MODIS Data: From Local to Global tigator is Jennifer Hewson (University (University of Virginia). Scale.” Co-investigators are Simon Trigg of Maryland). Quoqing Sun, associate research scien- and Douglas Morton (University of Associate professor Shunlin Liang tist received a NASA award for “Compara- Maryland, Department of Geography) received a $667,357, three-year NASA tive Studies on Carbon Dynamics in and George Collatz (Goddard Space award for “Mapping High-Resolution Disturbed Forest Ecosystems: Eastern Flight Center, NASA). Incident Photo synthetically Active Radi- Russia and Northeastern China” for Professor Samuel N. Goward received a ation Product of the North American Car- $441,965 for three years. Jeffery Masek NASA award of $571,893 for a five-year bon Program.” Co-investigators are John (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center) is project entitled “North American Forest R. Townshend (University of Maryland), co-investigator. Disturbance and Regrowth Since 1972: Steven Running (University of Montana), Two Editors Sought for Annals of the AAG he Association of American Geogra- that represent the very best thinking in bears primary responsibility for the logistics phers seeks applications and nomina- American geography. Section editors of processing manuscripts and book T tions for two section Editors for should be eager to act as intellectual entre- reviews, and for assembling and coordinat- the Annals of the Association of American Geogra- preneurs to attract the very best work ing the publication of each issue of the phers: one for the Environmental Sciences being produced. journal in collaboration with the editors and section and one for the Methods, Models, In support of these goals, each editor the journal’s publisher. Editor candidates, and GIS section. The new section editors candidate should possess demonstrated therefore, should share the AAG Council's will be appointed for four-year editorial expertise within the section subject area vision of an accessible, decentralized, and terms that will commence on January 1, (either Environmental Sciences or Meth- collaborative Annals editorship. 2006. The appointment will be made by ods, Models, and GIS), a distinguished A letter of application that addresses July 1, 2005. record of scholarly achievement, a broad both qualifications and a vision for the For each section, the AAG seeks an perspective on the discipline of geography, Environmental Sciences or the Methods, editor who will solicit, review, and accept respect and affection for its diversity, and an Models, and GIS section should be accom- for publication articles, comments, maps, ability to work constructively with authors panied by a complete curriculum vitae. technical notes, and other items appropri- during the review process. Institutional sup- Nominations should be submitted no later ate for publication in their section’s subject port for the new editor (especially some than February 15, 2005, and applications area, within publication-space limitations time released from teaching) is desirable, no later than March 1, 2005. Send applica- that will be determined annually. The AAG but not mandatory. The AAG will provide a tions or letters of nomination to: Chair, Council expects that the new editor will modest stipend to be used for expenses and AAG Publications Committee, AAG accept manuscripts from across the breadth honorarium at the editor’s discretion. Meridian Place Office, 1710 Sixteenth and depth of intellectual activity in their Each section editor will work in coordi- Street NW, Washington, DC 20009-3198. subject area of contemporary American nation with the AAG Journals Manager, Nominations and applications (in Word or geography. The AAG Council further located at the Meridian Place AAG office in WordPerfect format) may be submitted expects that the Annals will publish items Washington, DC. The journals manager electronically to [email protected].

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Geography, the AAG, and the International Baccalaureate

his article/letter grew out of a extended essay, successful completion of the improvement of the geography conversation I had with Doug the Theory of Knowledge module, and syllabus through curriculum review; T Richardson at the IGU conference in 150 hours of service activities. In the “IB (3) The AAG should sponsor an annual Glasgow this past summer. My “thesis”—as World” today there are 1,426 schools in prize for the best IB Extended Essay in someone who became a geographer 117 countries. If we compare the IB’s two geography, certainly in North America, despite having been brought up in the U.S. largest regions, IB North America but better yet, from around the world. A and educated in American public schools— (IBNA) and IB Africa, Europe and the small amount of money might be awarded, is that both geography as a field and the Middle East (IBAEM), there are more but even without a monetary prize, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma than 500 schools in the former and 374 best extended essays should be grouped Program, with which I have been associat- in the latter. However, together and published under ed for some twenty-five years now, would when it comes to the the aegis of the AAG. This undoubtedly benefit from more exposure teaching of geography, the would not only identify and promotion, and that the AAG could be difference is nothing less talented potential recruits the vehicle to realize these ends. than extraordinary: the for geography (departments), In the not-too-distant future this IBAEM region has 150 but it would enhance the would bring not just more and better member schools offering AAG’s image and get every- qualified students to North American geography, whereas only a one some useful mileage in geography departments, but significantly paltry forty-six—not even the public eye (á la the Geog- better educated, open-minded “world- 10%—offer it in IBNA! raphy Bee). citizens” to the population in general. Even Sisyphus would have (4) Invite the IB to encour- This would help to (1) attenuate geogra- his work cut out for him in Stevelberg age IB students and teachers phy’s academic isolation, (2) reduce the that context! to take an active role in the MyCOE Pro- abysmal geographic and cultural igno- What can we do? Here are a few sug- ject and other AAG initiatives, and rance of American society in general, and gestions, and I’m sure the readership can (5) Following Doug’s announcement of (3) do some “pump-priming” which, it is come up with many more. the establishment of the Senior Associates hoped, would improve the all-round situ- (1) Get to know the IB program and Initiative, the members of that group ation, including raising the profile of support it; in Florida for example, stu- could be instrumental in helping to carry both the AAG and the IB. dents graduating with an IB diploma and out the first three suggestions, for example Some, perhaps many, will ask “Why going to a state university get a tuition- by reading/judging IB Extended Essays. IB, when the AP (Advanced Placement) free education. Furthermore, a growing I feel strongly that cooperation already has a Human Geography number of U.S. universities allow stu- between the AAG and the IB will be ben- course?” This is neither the time, nor the dents with very good IB results to place eficial to both organizations, and beyond place, to argue their respective merits. out of courses, and even to start as soph- them to geography and the general citi- Suffice it to say that the more both are omores. Why not encourage all geogra- zenry, and its level of knowledge and sen- taken up, the more everyone benefits. A phy departments—and universities— sitivity to issues and problems that are of word of introduction, nonetheless, for perhaps via the AAG’s Regional Council- concern to all of us. those less familiar with the IB. While AP lors to take the lead in approaching is better known in North America, IB is a deans, provosts, and of course, admis- Eugene Stevelberg world-wide organization and its academ- sions directors, in an effort to upgrade [email protected] ic program is a coherent whole. This rig- the quality of incoming freshmen? orous and demanding two-year program (2) Encourage those in our member- Eugene Stevelberg is Coordinator for the Inter- requires the study of six subjects from ship (and in similar organizations) to national Baccalaureate and the International Gen- five different areas (geography is in become IB Geography Examiners in eral Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). group three, “Individuals and Societies”), order to participate directly in getting to He is also an administrator at the International as well as the writing of a 4,000-word know the program, and to take part in School of Nice in Nice, France.

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NSF from page 1 Making Under Uncertainty” received a total about $600,000. (Geographer/regional Virtual Watershed: five-year award expected to total about scientist Luc Anselin is a co-PI.) Agricultural Land- $2.4 million. (Geographer Martyn Clark is • Bryan Norton (Georgia Tech), “Ecolog- scape Evolution in an one of the senior personnel.) ical Boundary-Setting in Mental and Adaptive Manage- Geophysical Models” received a three- ment Framework” Human and Social Dynamics year award expected to total about received a three-year (HSD) FY 2004 Awards: $625,000. (Geographer Bruce Hannon is award expected to • Susan Cutter (Uni- one of the senior personnel.) total about $450,000. Lant versity of South Car- • John O’Loughlin (Geographers George Malanson, Raja olina) and John Wilson (University of Col- Senguptal, and Girmay Misgna are sen- (University of South- orado-Boulder), “The ior personnel.) ern California), “Col- Dynamics of Civil War • Daniel Nepstad (Woods Hole Research laborative Research: Outcomes: Bosnia and Center), “BE/CNH: Feedbacks Among Place-Based Decision the North Caucasus” Forestry, Agriculture, and Fire in Amazo- Support for Spatial and Cutter received a three-year nia” received a five-year award expected Temporal Transference award expected to O’Loughlin to total about $1.6 million. (Geographer of Risk and Hazards” received a three-year total about $650,000. Robert Kaufmann is a co-PI.) award expected to total about $700,000. (Geographers Gerard Toal and Jeremy • Guillermo Podesta (University of Miami- (Geographer Cary Mock is one of the sen- Mennis are co-PIs.) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmos- ior personnel.) • Serge Rey (San Diego State Universi- pheric Science), “BE/CNH: Understanding • Damian Fernandez (Florida International ty), “HSD: An Exploratory Space-Time and Modeling the Scope for Adaptive University), “Comparative Civic and Place Data Analysis Toolkit for Spatial Social Management in Agroecosystems in the Engagement in Three Latino Enclave Science Research” received a two-year Pampas: Response to Interannual and Neighborhoods in Transition” received a award expected total about $97,000. Decadal Climate Variability and Other two-year award expected to total about Risk Factors” received a three-year award $600,000. (Geographer Patricia Price is a Biocomplexity in the Environ- expected to total about $1.6 million. (Geo- co-PI; Christopher Lukinbeal and Daniel ment/ Dynamics of Coupled grapher William Easterling is a co-PI.) Arreola are also senior personnel.) Natural and Human Systems • David Sailor (Portland State Universi- • Jefferson Fox (East- (BE/CNH) FY 2004 Awards: ty), “BE/CNH: Complex Interactions West Center), “HSD: • C. Michael Barton (Arizona State Uni- Among Urban Climate, Air Quality, and Understanding Dynam- versity), “BE/CNH: Land-Use and Land- Adaptive-Reactive Human Response” ic Resource-Manage- scape Socioecology in the Mediterranean received a four-year award expected to ment Systems and Basin: A Natural Laboratory for the Study total about $1.7 million. (Geographer Land-Cover Transitions of the Long-Term Interaction of Human Laurence Kalkstein is one of the senior in Montane Mainland and Natural Systems” received a five- personnel.) Southeast Asia“ re- Fox year award expected to total about • Billie L. Turner II ceived a three-year $1.5 million. (Geographer Patricia Fall is (Clark University), award expected to total about $550,000. a co-PI, and geographers Elizabeth Wentz “BE/CNH: The Vul- (Geographers Stephen Walsh and Jianchu and Neus la Roca Cervigon are senior nerability and Adap- Wu are senior personnel.) personnel.) tive Capacity of • Alan Kolata (National Opinion Research • David Culver (Ohio State University), Coupled Human- Center), “Economic Growth, Social Inequal- “BE/CNH: Interactions Among Human, Environment Systems ity, and Environmental Change in Thailand Biological, and Physical Processes Within Turner in the Southern and Cambodia” received a three-year award Large Lake Ecosystems” received a four- Yucatan Peninsular Region” received a expected to total about $650,000. (Geogra- year award expected to total about $1.4 two-year award expected to total about pher Michael Binford is a co-PI.) million. (Regional scientist Elena Irwin is a $150,000 (Geographer J. Ronald East- • Rosa Matzkin (Northwestern University), co-PI, and geographer Alan Murray is one man is a co-PI, and geographer Steven “Hedonic Models of Location Decisions of the senior personnel.) Manson is one of the senior personnel.) with Applications to Geospatial Microdata” • Christopher Lant (Southern Illinois received a three-year award expected to University-Carbondale), “BE/CNH: Continued on page 17

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NSF from page 16 • Stephen Walsh (University of North Car- ADVANCING GEOGRAPHY CENTENNIAL FUND olina-Chapel Hill), “BE/CNH: Feedbacks Among Patterns and Processes of Land- I (we) pledge to contribute______to the Use and Land-Cover Dynamics in the Association of American Geographers as part of the Northern Ecuadorian Amazon” received a Advancing Geography Centennial Campaign. three-year award expected to total about Giving levels include: $320,000. (Geographer George Malanson $500 to $999 Scholars Circle Walsh is a co-PI, and geographer Joseph Messina $1,000 to $4,999 Millennium Circle is one of the senior personnel.) $5,000 to $9,999 Century Circle $10,000 to $24,999 Explorers Circle Future Funding Opportunities $25,000 and above Leadership Circle Two of these competitions will be held again during FY 2005. For more information about Human and Social Dynamics (HSD), This gift will be made as follows: go to www.nsf.gov/home/crssprgm/hsd/start.htm. (The expected Total amount enclosed: $ ______Plus annual payments of: $ ______deadline for HSD is January or February 2005.) For more information about the Biocomplexity in the Environment/ Dynamics If you intend to fulfill your pledge through a gift other than cash, check, or marketable securities, please check: of Coupled Natural and Human Systems (BE/CNH) special com- credit card bequest insurance petition, go to www.nsf.gov/geo/ere/ereweb/fund-biocomplex. real estate other cfm. The deadline for BE/CNH is November 17, 2005. More information about these and other funding opportunities Credit Card: Visa MasterCard at NSF are available at the NSF Web site (www.nsf.gov/) or by Account Number ______contacting one of the Geography and Regional Science Program Name on Card ______Directors, Gregory Chu ([email protected]; 703/292-4995) or Thomas Baerwald ([email protected]; 703-292-7301). Expiration Date______Signature ______

My (our) gift will be matched by my employer Carter Lecture Series ______I would like my gift to go toward: at Texas A&M Advancing Geography Centennial Endowment Fund n honor of Distinguished Professor Emeritus George F. AAG Infrastructure Capital Fund Carter, who died last spring, the Association of Geography Private/Public Membership Development Fund Graduate Students at Texas A&M inaugurated a George F. Fund the Fundraising Program I Mel Marcus Fund for Physical Geography Carter Lecture Series during Geography Awareness Week November 15-19, 2004. Enhancing Diversity Fund On November 18, graduate students hosted a screening of Area of Greatest Need two films from the "Geographers on Film" series, both contain- Other______ing video footage of George F. Carter. Several discussants who knew Carter were also present at the lunchtime screening. On Name ______November 19, Stephen C. Jett, a former student of Carter’s and Address ______a Professor Emeritus (UC Davis) in his own right, gave the first Carter Lecture entitled “Pre-Columbian Transoceanic Contacts: ______Romantic Fantasy, Unproven Possibility, or Undeniable Reality.” Phone ______The graduate students are interested in honoring all present Date ______and former professor emeriti from their department and are beginning to gather their work in a special collection to be Please send this pledge form to: housed within the Department of Geography. For more infor- AAG Advancing Geography Centennial Fund mation on the Carter lecture series, please contact Wendy 1710 Sixteenth St. NW, Washington, DC 20009 Patzewitsch at [email protected].

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Powwow from page 1 have become established in a standardized implies a particular gender as well, and may The regional-scale geography of pow- form throughout the U.S. and parts of or may not be competitive. wows has to do with how local social and Canada. Men’s dance styles include Traditional, historical context shapes the need for The powwow centers on a circular or which has a northern and a southern style making Indian space and promoting Indi- oval dancing area which is called the (referring to the northern and southern an identity. Where Indian groups have no arena, regardless of whether it is located plains, not the regions of the U.S. called communal land base and their identity as in a gymnasium, public hall, ball field, North and South); Fancy Dance, an ener- Indians has only recently been re-emerg- or cow pasture. The arena is blessed getic dance with elaborate, brightly col- ing after long submersion in the wider before the powwow proper begins, ored feather bustles; and Grass Dance, in society, such as in many parts of the East, making it a sacred circle; once this is which the dancer’s outfit contains large the powwow’s functions are basic—to say, done it should be entered only by the quantities of fringe and the movements are “we are here and we are Indian.” In con- dancers and others closely affiliated with designed to create the impression of tall trast, where those basic facts are well rec- the powwow. At one edge of the arena is grass swaying in the wind. Women’s styles ognized, such as in many parts of the the emcee’s space and drummers may include Traditional, which may again be West, powwows serve more specialized occupy a spot in the center or an arbor divided into a northern and a southern purposes through focus on particular outside the arena. style, and/or into buckskin and cloth cate- themes, developing threads within Indian The drummers plus the instrument gories; Jingle Dress, in which the dancer identity in addition to Indian identity itself are collectively called a “drum.” A wears a dress covered with metal cones; itself. For instance, there can be rodeo small powwow may have a single drum; a and Shawl Dance, which is the most ener- powwows, sobriety powwows, veterans’ large one may have dozens. The drum- getic of the women’s dances. For each powwows, and more. mers sit around the drumhead and beat it dance style, the dancer is expected to wear It has been suggested that powwows in unison with padded sticks while the correct regalia (never called “cos- are a forum in which Indian tradition singing. The effect is very powerful, and tumes”). These outfits are at once highly is negotiated and renegotiated; my indeed, it is said that without the drum standardized in their form, and highly indi- observations suggest that this is true at an there is no powwow. vidualistic in that colors, materials, symbol- interregional level as well as within local In many ways the foundation of the ic designs, and degree of elaborateness are settings. At a powwow in North Caroli- entire powwow is the Grand Entry, a entirely up to the dancer. na, for example, I witnessed an emcee solemn procession which always begins brought in from another region attempt- the festivities and may be repeated after A Geography at Two Scales ing to enforce a certain tradition any significant break in the dancing. The Wherever a powwow is held, that space and being roundly ignored by the Grand Entry is led by a color guard, fol- becomes, however briefly, Indian land. It is participants from the local area. It will be lowed by others in a prescribed order. The physically so, in that Indians have posses- interesting to see to what extent the color guard usually consists of one or sion of it; spiritually so in that it has been diffused standard powwow evolves into more veterans or active service members, blessed for its temporary occupation; and regionally differentiated forms, and to often in uniform and with medals and ideologically so in that it is a locus of Indi- what extent the need for “Indianness” honors displayed; usually a feathered staff an strategies to deny the hegemony of the in the face of an opposing mainstream and one or more flags are carried. Veter- dominant society. The powwow creates a continually reinforces a degree of same- ans are accorded great honor, and a veter- place where, for the duration of the event, ness in and through powwows. ans’ dance, during which the spectators transgression is embodied not by being or are expected to stand and remain silent, acting Indian, as in the surrounding main- G. Rebecca Dobbs leads off the dancing. stream landscape, but by not being or [email protected] Dances at a powwow are of a number of acting Indian as defined by established types. Some dances, called “intertribals,” powwow “rules.” Whatever one may say Note: The powwow demonstration will are somewhat like the “free skate” at a roller about the constructed nature of modern take place on the evening of Tuesday April rink—everyone may dance, and anything pan-Indian identity, the vital role of 5, 2005, following the opening session of the goes as long as certain levels of decorum powwows at the local scale in strengthen- AAG Annual Meeting which will feature and respect are maintained. Most other ing that identity and proclaiming it to the nature writer Barry Lopez as speaker. dances are of a specific style, which usually world is indisputable.

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John Fraser Hart is Georgia for no particular reason except it AAG: What is your favorite course? Professor of Geog- that it was a great party school [laughs]. Fraser: I’d have to say the Geography raphy at the Uni- They told me I had to take courses, so I of the U.S. and Canada. To me versity of Min- looked for one on the geography of the Regional Geography is still the core of nesota. Born in Pacific Ocean. I never found that course. I what we are doing, and teaching a 1924, Fraser grew told them “Give me what you’ve got,” and regional course gives me a chance to up in Hampden- wound up in a physical geography course. share with students some of the fascinat- Sydney, Virginia. AAG: How did your research area come ing things I’ve learned about a fascinating After three years of to focus on rural/agricultural geography? continent. active duty with Hart the U.S. Navy in Fraser: That’s a two-fold answer. My the- AAG: Anything you still hope to accom- the Pacific Theater during World War II, sis advisor encouraged me to study sheep plish? he earned his graduate degrees in geogra- farming in Scotland so I did my disserta- Fraser: Oh yes. I’m in the final throes of phy from Northwestern University (PhD tion on that topic, then went back to finishing a book, and will write another 1950). Focusing on rural and agricultural Georgia to teach. At the time I was inter- one next summer—a regional geography geography, he has published in excess of ested in urban geography but there were of Door County, Wisconsin, where my 250 refereed articles, book reviews, and few cities to study and so I turned to an wife’s family has land. other publications, and more than a dozen important question of the day in the AAG: What perspective on geography books, including the award-winning, area—what was going to replace cotton? does your long history of work give you? The Land That Feeds Us (1992) and his AAG: What do you find compelling about Fraser: You remind me that I’m the only most recent The Changing Scale of American research and publishing in geography? Agriculture (2003). A fixture in the landscape person that presented papers at both Fraser: I’m struck by the fact that publica- of American geography, Hart is also meetings of the 50th and 100th anniver- tions are like children. You do your best, well known for his service to the profes- sary of the AAG. then turn them out into the world and sion, having fulfilled a one-year appoint- they are no longer yours. You are proud of AAG: Wow. What do you think has ment as Executive Director of the AAG them, and you hope they do well, but changed most over the past fifty years? in 1965-66 as the association transitioned your part is over and done with. It has a Fraser: I think that geography is moving to a professional staff, edited the Annals life of its own. in a totally new direction. Geography from 1970-75, served as AAG President has gone through major metamorphosis. AAG: Do you have a favorite book in 1979-80, and helped establish the You don’t expect anybody who’s been you’ve written? Southeast Division of the AAG as a found- through the early stage to like all the ing member. He has won scores of awards Fraser: The last one. [laughs] new directions. Probably anybody over a and honors for teaching and research. certain age feels that way. He lives in Edina with his wife of fifty- AAG: Is that always the answer?! five years. Fraser: Probably so – there are a lot of AAG: You have been member of AAG them and each one has its points. I don’t for more than fifty years. What keeps AAG: How did the place you grew up think I have ever written anything that at you going? impact your later interest in geography? some stage I don’t think “this is the hard- Fraser: Inertia. [laughs] I do enjoy going Fraser: I spent summers on my grandfa- est thing I’ve ever tried to write.” to regional meetings and interacting in ther’s farm and had the free run of the smaller groups. The national meeting is a countryside and I’ve been interested in the AAG: You’ve had plenty of experience with that. madhouse—I love it but it’s a madhouse. countryside ever since. At the regional meetings you have a little Fraser: And this fall I’m starting my 56th AAG: When did you discover geography? more time to interact with people, and year of college teaching. Fraser: In the navy. usually with different people. AAG: How many students have you AAG: What has been your most impor- AAG: Really? Tell me about it. taught? tant contribution to geography? Fraser: I was on an aircraft carrier in the Fraser: My hunch at Minnesota is Fraser: Other people have to decide Pacific, and I was the intelligence officer. I between 30,000 to 40,000. I wish I had that. We are very poor judges of our had cognizance of the intelligence materials. kept records. I realized that a lot of what I was looking at own work. I’ve had a lot of fun and was geography, and then realized I was AAG: Do you still enjoy it as much as done a lot of interesting things, it’s up woefully ignorant of a lot of the things I was the first time? to others to decide what was useful and looking at. After the war, I was drifting Fraser: I’m looking forward to it—10 what wasn’t. around and ended up at the University of o’clock tomorrow morning! Editor’s Note: Suggestions for members to profile are welcome. Please send names and contact information to Patricia Solís at [email protected].

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October Applied Geography Conference

t the 27th Annual Applied Geography Conference held October 20-23, 2004, in St. Louis, 180 academic and A practicing geographers and students gathered to exchange ideas while participating in thirty sessions devoted to a wide array of topics. The themes of the program included geographic education, the environment, cartography and remote sensing, water issues, medical geography, and retail geography. Retail activity was the dominant theme of the meeting and papers on this topic focused on the roles of geographers in the retail industry, quantitative market research and Back row left to right: Justin Wilson (Urban Science), David Must (Limited Brands), Doug Schnell (May Company), Cy Young, Eric Hendrickson (Walgreen's), Mike Schmid forecasting methods, regional shopping center trends includ- (Lowe's), Bill Kernitz (Sears). Front row left to right: Clay Hallman (May Company), ing the reuse of older mall sites, continuing education for the Andrew Knoll (Ed Smith & Associates), Kevin Young (JC Penney), Don Dorschner applied retail geographer, new uses for old stores, and emerg- (Kohl's), Ed Smith (Ed Smith & Associates), Jed Klink (McDonald's) ing retail formats such as lifestyle centers and power centers. In honor of two recently retired or soon-to-retire geographers, Dr. Cyrus Young, Miami University, and Dr. Dennis Lord, University of North Car- olina, Charlotte, the May Company sponsored a dinner for the many retail geographers present that were trained by these two academics (see photos). It was noted that these two individuals alone have each trained dozens of young geographers that have gone on to distinguished careers in private sector jobs in the retail industry. The 28th Annual Applied Geography Conference will be held in Wash- Left to right: Peter Gerney (Peter Gerney & Associates), Dennis Lord ington, DC, November 2-5, 2005. (University of North Carolina, Charlotte), John Lundregan (Target Corporation) Necrology Robert Fuson including the textbook Fundamental Place Born in Stratford, Ontario, Canada on Robert Henderson Fuson, aged seven- Name Geography, now in its ninth printing. December 22, 1925, Murray received a BA ty-seven, died October 22, 2004. He was His other books include The Log of Christopher in General Science from the University of a scholar of Columbus and the age of Columbus that won worldwide acclaim and Western Ontario (1948) and an MA and exploration. was awarded the Montroll Special Award PhD in geography from Syracuse Univer- Born in Bloomington, Indiana, Fuson from the New York Academy of Science and sity (1950 and 1955). grew up in New Bern, North Carolina. Book of the Year from the Library Journal. From 1952 until 1968 he was a faculty He served in both the army and navy dur- His latest books were Legendary Islands of member in the Department of Geogra- ing World War II. During the Korean War, the Ocean Sea, and Ponce de Leon and the Spanish phy at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. he held a commission in the air force reserve. Discovery of Puerto Rico and Florida. During that period he traveled as a Following his military service, he was an Fulbright scholar to the University of intelligence analyst in Washington, DC. Malcolm Murray Southhampton in England and on a Fuson received his BA degree from Indi- Long-time AAG Rockefeller Foundation assignment to the ana University, an MA degree in geography member and former University of Ibadan in Nigeria. from Florida State University and his PhD in Chairman of the Geor- In 1968 he was recruited by Georgia geography and anthropology from gia State University State University as Chairman of the Louisiana State University. He was a mem- Department of Geogra- newly founded Department of Geogra- ber of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. He phy, Malcolm “Mick” phy. He developed a graduate program was a charter faculty member of the Univer- Murray Murray died August 8, for that department, and spent ten years sity of South Florida and served for many 2004. Murray was as Chairman before resigning in 1978 years as chairman of the geography depart- recognized as a fifty-year member of the and remaining as full professor until his ment, retiring as professor emeritus of geog- AAG at the 2002 Annual Meeting in retirement in 1988. In 1975, while at raphy. He is the author of numerous books, Los Angeles. Continued on page 21

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Necrology from page 20 Georgia State University, he served as a monographs, one of which, Elements of graduated from the University of Wales full professor of geography at the Uni- Cartography, went through six editions Swansea and earned his PhD from the versity of New England in Australia. and became a preeminent textbook in University of Wisconsin in 1970. He Murray travelled widely and his research cartography. However, he is probably joined the Newberry Library in 1969 and and publications ranged from medical geog- best known to the public for the creation directed its Hermon Dunlap Smith Center raphy to recreation geography, computer of the Robinson Projection, a map for the History of Cartography from graphics and the geography of energy. projection that he referred to as "a portrait 1974-80. During this time, Woodward was of the earth." In 1988 the National Geo- an illustrator and an authority on Italian Arthur H. Robinson graphic Society adopted that projection as printed maps of the 16th century. This Arthur H. Robinson its standard for producing world maps. The expertise eventually grew into a larger died on October 10, Robinson Projection was adopted by agen- concern with, as he described it, “the 2004, after a brief illness. cies of the U.S. government and many graphic representation of spatial knowl- Robinson was President other users. Robinson's work was interna- edge.” of the AAG in 1963 and tionally recognized, and among his many After his return to the University of is widely known for his honors were two honorary degrees (from Wisconsin, Woodward was named profes- creation of the Robinson Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and sor of geography and with colleague J.B. Robinson Map Projection. from Ohio State University), the Distin- Harley began the History of Cartography Born in Montreal, Canada on January guished Service Award and the Helen Cul- Project in 1981. The project was con- 5, 1915, he received his early education in ver Gold Medal from the Geographic Soci- ceived as a wide-ranging cultural history of the U.S. and England. He earned a BA at ety of Chicago, the Carl Mannerfelt Medal mapmaking to be comprised of six vol- Miami University in Oxford, Ohio of the International Cartographic Associa- umes. Unlike previous projects of this (1936), an MA from the University of tion, the Silver Medal of the British Carto- nature that focused primarily on technical Wisconsin-Madison (1938), and a PhD at graphic Society, the Osborn Maitland developments, this project was to include Ohio State University (1947). From mid- Miller Medal of the American Geographi- the social and philosophical implications 1941 until 1946, Robinson worked in cal Society, and the John Oliver LaGorce of mapping. Harley and Woodward Washington, DC, with the Office of Medal of the National Geographic Society. approached historians and other experts to Strategic Services (OSS), the forerunner He served as President of the International contribute articles. The first volume, of the CIA, and for most of that time he Cartographic Association, and as Vice addressing mapmaking in Europe and the was Chief of the Map Division. In that President and President of the Association Mediterranean from prehistory to the position he supervised numerous types of of American Geographers. medieval period, was praised by the New cartographic work, including the prepara- York Times in 1987 for “impeccable schol- tion of nearly 5,000 maps, in support of David Woodward arship” and “new insights and some the global war effort. During the war he On August 25, 2004, reassessment of traditional thinking.” was commissioned in the Army with the David A. Woodward The printing of the second volume, fol- initial rank of captain, and was later pro- died at his home in lowing Harley’s death in 1991, was done in moted to major. For his distinguished Madison, Wisconsin at three sections from 1992 to 1998. This vol- service in the OSS he received the Legion the age of sixty-one. A ume described among other topics, Islamic, of Merit. professor of geography African, Asian, and American maps. A third In 1945 the University of Wisconsin- Woodward at the University of volume, to cover the European Renaissance, Madison offered Robinson a faculty posi- Wisconsin, Madison, he was known as is planned for 2005. The remaining three tion in the Department of Geography, and a historian of mapmaking and for his role volumes are slated to cover the European he began teaching there in 1946. He rose as editor for the encyclopedic series of Enlightenment and the 19th and 20th to become professor of geography and, in books the History of Cartography Project centuries. The entire collection is expected 1967, Lawrence Martin Professor of Car- which re-examines the place of mapmak- to have a total of 4,500 pages. tography. He retired in 1980 with the rank ing in world history. Woodward took emeritus status in 2002 of professor emeritus. During his long Born August 29, 1942, in Royal and continued to co-edit the project until career he produced fifteen books and Leamington Spa, England, Woodward his death.

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Osa Brand received the National Coun- an honorary professorship by the same completed the Bristol-Myers Squibb Tour cil for Geographic Education (NCGE) institution in November 2000. of Hope, bicycling across the country to George J Miller Distinguished Service raise cancer awareness and support for Lisa Butler Harrington, Kansas State Award for her contributions to geographic clinical trials. During the nine-day trip, University, was interviewed about her stud- education. Parker put together a physical geography ies of Mount St. Helens on KSNT-TV NCGE Distinguished Mentor awards virtual tour describing each day of the tour (ABC, Topeka, Kansas) news October 6, with related honoring paper sessions across the U.S. The virtual tour can be 2004. She was also featured in an October 8 went to Stan Brunn, Jan Monk, and viewed at www.ggy.uga.edu/TourHope/ article in the Manhattan Mercury (Manhattan, Duane Nellis. index.html. Kansas), subtitled “A K-State researcher On September 15, 2004, C. W. "Bud" talks about Mount St. Helens, its 1980 erup- Minkel, President of the U.S. National tions, and what may happen next.” Section of the Pan American Institute of Jonathan Mayer, University of Wash- Geography and History and Professor of ington, Department of Geography and Geography at the University of Tennessee Schools of Medicine and Public Health, was awarded an honorary degree (Doctor has been named an editor of the Encyclope- Honoris Causa) by the National Universi- dia of Public Health, to be published by ty of Piura, Peru. Highlights of his forty- Elsevier. He has also been named to the five-year career as a Latin Americanist National Academy of Science’s “Commit- geographer were cited, particularly his tee on Research Priorities in the Earth Sci- contribution as a principal U.S. represen- ences and Public Health” as well as the tative to the resolution of the long-stand- National Academy’s “Standing Committee ing Peru-Ecuador boundary dispute and on the Geographical Sciences.” his subsequent research and publications University of Georgia Geography Professor Kathleen Parker to support integration and development Kathleen Parker, professor of geogra- (at front) assembled a virtual physical geography tour whiile of the boundary region. He was awarded phy at the University of Georgia, recently biking across the U.S.

Grants and Awards James S. Kus of the Department of amount of $65,000 from the Environmental focused on identifying the optimal Geography, California State University- Protection Agency Region 6. These funds sensor(s) and dates for identifying and Fresno, received a grant of $846,320 from will be used to develop a strategic geo- mapping invasive salt cedar (tamarisk) in the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) to carry graphic planning tool for “Waste-to-Ener- Colorado and Utah. Griffith will work out a study of potential recreational uses gy” projects. This tool will be used in the with colleagues at NASA Stennis Space along the Friant-Kern Canal in central promotion of energy recovery activities Center, NASA Goddard Space Flight California. The canal, will be studied to and in the identification of facilities and Center, and Colorado State University on determine the feasibility of constructing a locations for such activities. the project. multi-use (hiking/biking/equestrian) trail adjacent to the canal on unused federal Thomas Ponniah, a teaching assistant Elitsa Peneva and Danny Redo, mas- land. The study will also identify right-of- in social theory/social studies at Harvard, ter’s students at the University of South- way encroachments and examine possibil- won a Harvard Certificate of Distinction ern Mississippi, received First Place and ities for wildlife habitat enhancement. in Teaching. He had one of the highest Honorable Mention, respectively, in the The BOR provided an additional teaching evaluations in the university in student poster competition at the 2nd $100,000 to Kus to supervise student the past year. Annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Geospatial research projects at seventeen bureau sites Conference, held October 20-21, in in central California. Jerry Griffith, University of Southern Biloxi, MS. Peneva’s paper was entitled Mississippi, received a $59,917 grant “Mapping Seagrass Distribution Off Horn Ronald Briggs, Fang Qiu, and Kevin through NASA and the Mississippi Island, MS, Using Hyperspectral Curtin of the School of Social Sciences at Research Consortium to work on Imagery,” and Redo’s was titled “Reforesta- the University of Texas at Dallas received “Tamarisk Mapping Research Using tion in the Highlands of Western Hon- an Innovations Workgroup Grant in the NASA EOS Imagery.” The work is duras: 1987-2000”.

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AAG welcomes the following new members whose memberships were processed during October.

Ajonye, Onyanta, Stockholm, Sweden Hulett, April, Wellsboro, PA Murphy, Joshua, Albany, NY Amy, Richmond, Boston, MA Hungerford, Charles Nakagawa, Monique, San Francisco, CA Antos, Michael, North Hollywood, CA Hwang, Yuh-Chin, Vestal, NY Neff, John, Seattle, WA Barnes, Lindsey, Colorado Springs, CO Ingram, Mrill, Madison, WI Nox, Rain, Austin, TX Bartell, Karen, Driftwood, TX Jacobs, Ben, Akron, OH O'Halloran, Eileen, Mountain View, CA Batoon, Ailene, Carson, CA Jacobson, Lynette, Iowa City, IA Ozbakir, Buket Aysegul, Ottawa, ON, Belliappa, Namrata, Pasadena, CA Jemirin, Serah, Sterling Heights, MI Canada Boellstorff, Darcy, Lincoln, NE Jody, Patterson, La Sal, UT Pande, Archana, Carbondale, IL Bozheva, Alexandra, Cedar Falls, IA Johnson, Peter, Tucson, AZ Parr, David, Austin, TX Brunsell, Nathaniel, Lawrence, KS Kauth, Matthew, Oak Lawn, IL Patton, Erik Bunbury, Joan, Ottawa, ON, Canada Kelley, Jason Pearce, Margaret, Marshall, MI Burgess, William, New Orleans, LA Kemble, Steven, Temple City, CA Pearson, Kurt, Mebane, NC Burke, James, Wilmington, NC Kemp, Jason, San Marcos, TX Peguero, Megan, Highland Falls, NY Butler, Kevin, Akron, OH Kim, ChangHwan, Beaverton, OR Pfeffer, Michelle D, Knoxville, TN Cacciarru, Angela, Carrboro, NC Kincaid, Joni, College Station, TX Presiado, Rhea, Sacramento, CA Caprotti, Federico, Oxford, UK Knapp, Kevin, Colorado Springs, CO Price, Jonathan, Washington, DC Coleman, Eric, Ogden, UT Kong, Shu Piu William, NT, Hong Kong Quinn, Aaron, Omaha, NE Collier, Matthew, Provo, UT Kuntzelman, Scott, Bloomington, IL Ray, Waverly, Austin, TX Combs, Brad, New Hudson, MI Kuzera, Kristopher, San Diego, CA Ross, Nick, Knoxville, TN Crotty, Sean, San Diego, CA Lair, Sharla, Tallahassee, FL, Russell, Nicole, Parks, AZ Cyga, Christopher Laird, Jonathan, Blacksburg, VA Rutkowski, Joshua, Morgantown, WV Dave, Kisor Lamichhane, Dipendra, Carbondale, IL Senn, Michael, West Point, NY De Courval, Nicole, Longueuil, PQ, Lange, Robert, Pittsburgh, PA Sin, Harng Luh, Singapore Canada Lansing, David, Columbus, OH Smith, Russell, Greensboro, NC De Roiste, Mairead, Dublin, Ireland Law, Kevin, Columbus, OH Smith, William, Arlington, VA Dildine, Robert, Winston-Salem, NC Leathers, Miranda, Manhattan, KS Solomon, Shirley, Mount Vernon, WA Donald, Mitchell, Southaven, MS Lee, David, Montreal, PQ, Canada Stahl, Karen, Moorpark, CA Eisman, Daniel, Bethesda, MD Lee, Erica, Dallas, TX Steinberg, Adam, San Francisco, CA Faulconbridge, James, Leicestershire, UK Lenz, Alison, Syracuse, NY Stetson, Robert, Seminole, FL Feakins, Melanie, Columbia, SC Levin, Laura, Long Beach, CA Stone, Thomas, West Lebanon, NH Finkelstein, Sarah A., Ottawa, ON, Lewis, Joseph, Dublin, OH Suzanne, Smith, San Francisco, CA Canada Leybourne, Shona, Plano, TX Swain, Joseph, Norman, OK Forn, Brian, West Point, NY LI, XIANG, Sha Tin, N.T., Hong Kong Tolness, Denise, Burley, ID Friberg, Rhonda, Saint Paul, MN Li, Xingong, Lawrence, KS Tomaszewski, Brian, Geneseo, NY Galt, Ryan, Woodland, CA Li, Zhijie, Hong Kong Turner, Jon, Holland, MI Gardner, Steven, University Park, PA Liu, Junwei, Boulder, CO Underwood, Chris, Lancing, TN Gorman, Nick, Elk Grove, CA Luis, Garcia, Atlanta, GA Vandervoort, Carla, Boulder, CO Gurusamy, Kumari, Lima, Peru Lund, Kris, Iowa City, IA Vicino, Thomas Joseph, Columbia, MD Haasbroek, Leonard, Garden City Macke, Brian, Austin, TX Wallace, Stuart, Chapel Hill, NC Park, NY Magnusson, Alison, San Antonio, TX Watts, Raymond, Fort Collins, CO Haasch, Justin, Akron, OH Manrique, Claudia, Redlands, CA Weeks, Amy, Charlotte, NC Haefner, Lori Nicholson, Colorado Metcalf, Julain, San Francisco, CA Wei, Dan, State College, PA Springs, CO Mettle, Susan, Houston, TX Weisberg, Peter, Reno, NV Hamilton, Kristin, Broomall, Meyer, Gregory, Binghamton, NY Willis, Keya, Macomb, IL Hanlon, Bernadette, Baltimore, MD Mohammed, G. Salim, Madison, WI Winston, John, Blacksburg, VA Harris, John, Garrattsville, NY Molnar, Katalin, Seattle, WA Wrona, Kalyn, Baton Rouge, LA Hill, James, Indianapolis, IN Moran, Dominique, Birmingham, UK Zhou, Naijun, Madison, WI Hirsch, Maya, Springfield, MO Mrozinski, Richard, Storrs, CT Zivian, Anna, Santa Cruz, CA Hitz, Douglas, Harrisburg, PA Mukherjee, Falguni, Whitefish Bay, WI Holmgren, Camille, Tucson, AZ Mundende, D. Chongo, Edmond, OK

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Biogeography SG on the quality and merit of the proposals The Fall 2004 edition of Biogeography submitted) of $500 to support students Call for Papers Specialty Group's newsletter, The Biogeog- who are developing a research project rapher, is available online at www. from a qualitative methodology perspec- Social Sciences departments.bucknell.edu/geography/The tive. Both pre-dissertation (e.g. MA level) The 4th Annual Hawaii Interna- _Biogeographer/. and/or dissertation research proposals are tional Conference on Social Sci- welcome for research to be conducted ences will be held June 13-16, 2005, Ethnic Geography SG anytime through February, 2006. in Honolulu, Hawaii. Scholars from Dissertation Proposal The QRSG will consider research pro- all areas of social sciences, including Competition posals on any subject of geographic inquiry geography, are invited to submit The Ethnic Geography Specialty as long as proposals (1) clearly indicate the papers. Deadline for submissions is Group (EGSG) is pleased to sponsor its proposed research topic and aims and (2) February 1, 2005. For more infor- annual dissertation proposal competition. effectively approach such research problem mation visit www.hicsocial.org. The winner will receive a $250 prize, an and research question(s) from a qualitative award certificate, a ticket to the AAG perspective. Proposals should clearly Tourism, Carnival and Awards Luncheon in Denver, and formal demonstrate how and why (a) particular Folklore recognition at the AAG Banquet and in qualitative method(s) (e.g., interviewing, The conference “Journeys of the AAG Newsletter. archival research, participant observation, Expression IV: Tourism, Carnival Requirements are as follows: (1) PhD visual analysis, etc.) are suitable and need- and Folklore” will bring together students who have successfully defended ed to conduct the research project success- international academics to discuss their dissertation proposals may partici- fully. While particular emphasis is placed the complex relationships between pate in this competition. Please ask your on methodology, proposals also should tourism and festivals, this time advisor to send a note (email is fine) to the exhibit a well-formulated theoretical focusing on aspects of folklore and EGSG Dissertation Proposal Competition framework, should be appropriately carnival. The conference will take Chair to verify your ABD status. (2) The positioned in the pertinent and current place March 17-20, 2005, in dissertation topic must explore some geographic literature on the topic of Dubrovnik, Croatia. aspect of ethnic geography. (3) Please choice, and should show the relevance of Please send your abstract of no submit via email the actual written disser- the proposed research to current geograph- more than 300 words with full tation proposal. If there are essential ic scholarship. Submissions also should address details as an electronic file graphics which cannot be emailed, these include a simple budget indicating how to Dr. David Picard (d.picard@ may be sent via mail. (4) Papers must be funds will be used for conducting the shu.ac.uk) as soon as possible but by received no later than February 18, research (e.g., travel expenses, purchase of January 14, 2005 at the latest. 2005. Please submit proposals to Heather software or equipment, etc.) Proposals can More information can be found at Smith, [email protected]. range from a minimum of six to a maximum www.tourism-culture.com/#. For further information related to of twelve double-spaced pages, excluding guidelines contact: Heather Smith, EGSG figures, references and budget. Dissertation Proposal Competition Chair, Deadline for submission of proposals Department of Geography and Earth Sci- is February 5, 2005. Winners will be ences, University of North Carolina at contacted shortly before the AAG Annual The AAG gratefully Charlotte. Phone 704-687-4338 or email Meeting in April 2005, where the [email protected]. winner(s) will be officially announced. accepts bequests. Please send four copies of your proposal Qualitative Research SG Student to Fernando Bosco, Department of Geog- For information on Research Grant Competition raphy, San Diego State University, The Qualitative Research Specialty San Diego, CA 92182-4493 or via email planned giving options Group (QRSG) of the AAG is pleased to (PC Word file or PDF) at fbosco@ announce the first QRSG Student mail.sdsu.edu. Please include a cover letter Research Grant Competition for 2005. clearly indicating your name, affiliation, at the AAG, please call This competition replaces the previous status (e.g., MA, PhD student) and con- student paper competition. The QRSG tact information. 202-234-1450 ext 20. will make one or two awards (depending

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UNITED STATES invites applications for a full-time, tenure track 0322. Email: [email protected]. For more faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor information visit our website at www.as.ua. *ALABAMA, AUBURN 36849. The Depart- to begin August 2005. A Ph.D. in geography is edu/geography. ment of Geology and Geography, Auburn required and must be completed at the time of The University of Alabama is an Equal University, Alabama, invites applications for appointment. We are seeking applicants with Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and the position of Chair of the Department of Geol- teaching and research interests in Physical Geog- encourages applications from women and minor- ogy and Geography within the College of raphy. Teaching responsibilities include intro- ity group members. Sciences and Mathematics. The initial appoint- ductory courses in physical geography and upper ment will be for 4 years beginning Fall Semester division courses in geomorphology and other ARIZONA, TEMPE. Arizona State University 2005 and renewable once for a second 4 year areas of specialization. A commitment to improv- seeks an accomplished, innovative scholar to term. The department presently has a faculty of 10 ing the physical geography program and an serve as the Chair of the Department of Chicana geologists and 5 geographers. The department active research agenda is expected. Applicants and Chicano Studies (CCS). offers a Masters degree in geology and has about should provide a statement of background and CCS offers an interdisciplinary curriculum on 20 graduate students, at least 14 of which receive experience relevant to this position, curriculum the experiences, culture and artistic endeavors of teaching or research assistantships. It averages vitae, and the names and contact information for people of Mexican descent living in the United about 20 geology majors and 25 geography three references. Salary is commensurate with States. An individual is sought who will provide majors. Further information on the department experience. The review of applications will begin creative leadership for the growth and integra- can be found at http://www.auburn.edu/academic/ January 2, 2005 and continue until the position is tion of faculty and research programs, further science_math/ cosam/ docs/ geol_ geog.html. filled. This position is contingent on funding. develop teaching effectiveness and establish Applicants must have a Ph. D. in geology or NOV 04-197. strong ties with other university or community geography and a record in research, teaching, and Apply: David Shankman, Search Committee based research and educational initiatives. service qualifying for the rank of Full Professor Chair, Department of Geography, Box 870322, The position is available beginning July 1, with tenure in the department. The candidate University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487- 2005. Full applications / qualification information should be a dynamic leader with strong interpersonal skills and have a record of academic excellence; evidence of administrative experience “Jobs in Geography” lists positions available with US institutions who are Equal Opportunity is desirable. 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26 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 including how to nominate individuals is avail- *ARIZONA, TEMPE 85287-2005. The program, as well as undergraduate programs lead- able at http://www.asu.edu/clas/chicana/chair_ School of Planning (SOP) at Arizona State ing to the Bachelor of Science in Planning and search.htm . Consideration of complete applica- University is searching for candidates to fill three the Bachelor of Science in Design with a major in tions will begin on November 15, 2004; if not faculty positions beginning Fall 2005. SOP Housing and Urban Development. filled, completed applications will considered on has strong expertise and concentrations in Required qualifications: Ph.D. in Planning or the 1’st and 15’th of each month thereafter until community and urban development, environ- related discipline; experience in teaching and the search is closed. ASU is an equal opportunity mental planning, international planning, citizen record of scholarship as well as nationally recog- /affirmative action employer. NOV 04-208. participation, planning and landscape history, nized work appropriate to rank; professional land use law, urban design, and urban and experience in one or more of the following: *ARIZONA, TEMPE 85287-2402. Arizona regional analysis. SOP also participates in two development of housing and residential real State University. Department of Anthropology certificate programs in Transportation and GIS. estate, (including design and planning), construc- invites applications from outstanding scholars There has also been growing faculty involvement tion, housing affordability, and sustainability. who specialize in the cultural dynamics of mod- in research and teaching in Europe, Asia, and Collaborative and interdisciplinary funded ern urban contexts. ASU is enhancing its focus Latin America, with increasing international research and demonstrated ability to attract on urbanization by adding at least seven faculty planning and design focus at both graduate and external resources appropriate to rank are members in different departments (Anthropolo- undergraduate levels. desired. gy, Geography, and School of Planning) to its SOP is located within the College of Archi- 2. Assistant or Associate Professor in Land established strengths in the study of complex tecture and Environmental Design (CAED) at Use or Transportation and Environmental Plan- societies, urbanism, and the environment. We Arizona State University-Main. The College has ning. JO# 8080. An individual is sought for a have two positions, one at the Full Professor two other schools: the School of Design and the tenure-track or tenured appointment to enhance level and one at the Associate Professor level. School of Architecture. SOP participates in the the curricula and the research agenda in land use Applicants must have a distinguished record of CAED’s interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in or transportation and environmental planning. research and teaching experience appropriate to Environmental Design and Planning. SOP This is a joint position with the Center for Envi- rank. Preferred qualifications include a demon- currently offers an accredited, professional ronmental Studies at ASU where the individual strated ability to articulate urban issues in inter- Master of Environmental Planning (MEP) degree, will be expected to contribute to the Center’s disciplinary terms and to coordinate with the an accredited, professional Bachelor of Science in strong and growing research agenda dealing with university’s urban studies initiative and experi- Planning degree, and a Bachelor of Science in urban environments, sustainability, and rapidly ence with ethnographic research and qualitative Design degree with a major in Housing and urbanizing regions, among other topics. analysis. Desirable research interests include, but Urban Development. Required qualifications: Ph.D. in Planning or are not limited to, ethnic communities, compar- ASU is moving toward the concept of the related discipline; experience in teaching and ative global cities, informal economies, “New American University,” which focuses on record of scholarship appropriate to rank; migration, policy and program development, community embeddedness, transdisciplinary research and/or teaching focus on land use or rural-urban relations, transnationalism, and applied research, and connections to the interna- transportation and environmental planning. Col- workplace environments. Successful candidates tional community. SOP is actively involved in laborative and interdisciplinary funded research will be expected to teach graduate and under- this new agenda. Faculty and graduate students and demonstrated ability to attract external graduate courses, to conduct research and are participating in new university-wide initia- resources appropriate to rank are desired. Candi- publish in their areas of specialization, and to tives, including the Stardust Foundation Initiative dates whose research and/or work includes com- perform appropriate university, professional, and for Affordable Housing, the Consortium for the puter-based environments with modeling and community service. Qualifications include the Study of Rapidly Urbanizing Regions, the Urban visualization are also desired. Ph.D. in anthropology or a closely related field, Design Institute, the Pan American Initiative, and 3. Assistant or Associate Professor in Ana- at least 10 years research and teaching experi- the Long-term Ecological Research Project on lytical Methods, Economic and Spatial Analy- ence (15 for full professor rank), and demon- Phoenix’ Urban Ecology. The candidates selected ses. JO# 8079. An individual is sought for a strated capacity to design, fund, and manage will have significant research/creative opportuni- tenure-track or tenured appointment to enhance large research projects. Salary is commensurate ties in these initiatives, as well as others, to the curricula and the research agenda in plan- with experience. Review of applications will attract external funding. ning. The candidate for this position is expected begin on January 18, 2005; if not filled, 1st and 1. Assistant or Associate Professor in Hous- to make significant contributions to the Master in 15th of each month thereafter until search is ing and Urban Development. JO# 8081. Environmental closed. Send cover letter, curriculum vita, and An individual is sought for a tenure-track or Planning degree program, as well as under- contact information for three references to the tenured appointment to enhance the curricula graduate programs leading to the Bachelor of Sci- address below. DEC 04-254. and research agenda in housing and urban devel- ence in Planning and the Bachelor of Science in Apply: Chair, Modern Urban Search Com- opment. The candidate will teach graduate and Design with a major in Housing and Urban mittee, Department of Anthropology, Box undergraduate lecture and studio courses across Development. We seek an individual who will 872402, Arizona State Univerity, Tempe, AZ the curriculum and mentor graduate and actively participate in faculty governance and 85287-2402, USA. ASU is an EO/AA employer; undergraduate students. Active participation is curriculum development in our program’s core, the Department of Anthropology actively seeks expected in faculty governance and curriculum particularly in the areas of research and spatial diversity among applicants and supports the development, in addition to contributions to the methods, computer applications and economic diversity of employees. Master in Environmental Planning degree and spatial analysis.

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Required qualifications: Ph.D. in Planning or The position is open until filled, with applica- in August 2005. The Department of Geography related discipline; experience in teaching and tions reviewed on a continual basis. As an equal and Planning at California State University, record of scholarship appropriate to rank; research opportunity and affirmative action employer, the Chico seeks applicants for a tenure-track position focus on analytical methods and/or economic and University of Arizona recognizes the power of a in environmental geography. Successful candi- spatial analyses; demonstrated knowledge of GIS, diverse community and encourages applications dates will have expertise in water policy, natural modeling, and/or gaming and simulation. Collab- from varied experiences, perspectives, and back- resource management or related field, and should orative and interdisciplinary funded research and grounds. have a regional focus on Northern California demonstrated ability to attract external resources and/or the American West. A Ph.D. in geography appropriate to rank are desired. ARKANSAS, CONWAY 72035. The University or allied discipline is required at the time of the The application deadline is January 7, 2005; if of Central Arkansas, Department of Geography appointment. Teaching assignments will include not filled, every other Friday until search closed. invites applications for an Assistant Professor, upper division courses in the successful candi- To apply, submit: a) a letter of interest with JO# tenure-track position in GIS, beginning August date’s area of expertise, specialization courses in on it, b) current curriculum vita, c) examples of 2005. The candidate must have completed a the master’s program, and general education research and/or creative work, and d) name and doctoral program in geography by the time of courses such as Environmental Issues or The address of three references. DEC 04-238. appointment. The successful candidate will teach American West. Teaching responsibilities may Apply: Submittal may be by one of three at least one section of Principles of Geography include courses in the Rural and Town Planning methods: 1) thru the mail: Chair, Faculty Search (a General Education elective) each semester. and in Geographic Information Technologies Committee, School of Planning, PO Box 872005, Other teaching assignments may include, Intro- certificate programs, and in the Minor in Envi- Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287- duction to GIS, Remote Sensing, GIS in Practice: ronmental Studies. Candidates must possess a 2005; 2) by courier: adding AED 158 at Univer- Environmental Applications, and Geographic strong commitment to quality undergraduate and sity Drive and Forest Avenue to the preceding Information Analysis. In addition, the successful graduate education and advising. Candidates address; 3) digitally to: Gloria Jeffery at gjeffery@ candidate will direct an on-line GIS certificate should be willing to seek external funding for asu.edu. Please submit contact information program at the graduate level, provide leadership research projects and contracts. CSU, Chico (addresses, phone numbers and email addresses). in the creation of a GIS Center, provide in-service especially encourages research initiatives and ASU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action GIS training to university faculty and officials in outreach projects in Northern California. employer. http://www.asu.edu/caed. nearby communities, and facilitate relationships As a university that educates students of vari- with the Environmental Science Program and the ous ethnic and cultural backgrounds, we value a *ARIZONA, TUCSON 85721. The Depart- Department of Management Information Systems. diverse faculty and staff. CSU, Chico welcomes ment of Geography and Regional Development The Department of Geography is interested in an applicants who are knowledgeable about and (GRD) at the University of Arizona enthusiastic individual who has Web design skills, interested in working within a crosscultural learn- (http://geog.arizona.edu) seeks a technical staff map-server/interactive mapping experience, the ing environment. member specializing in the areas of internet GIS, ability to promote and spread the use of GIS Qualified candidates should send (1) a cur- web programming for GIS, and computer across campus, recruit students to the Department, riculum vitae (2) a statement of teaching experi- cartography. Candidates must have skills in user work well with community officials, be active in ence and research goals (3) at least one sample of interface design for web-based applications. S/he the Arkansas GIS Users Group, and strengthen written work, and (4) names and contact infor- will have experience in working on team oriented, the existing GIS program. Salary is competitive. mation of three references to the address below. multi-disciplinary educational and research proj- Candidates should submit letter of application, DEC 04-252. ects. S/he is expected to work with faculty, stu- curriculum vita, and the names of at least three Apply: Dr. Jacquelyn Chase, Chair of the dents, and other support staff in the Department’s references by December 31, 2004, to the address Search Committee, Department of Geography new GeoVisualization Lab. Close collaboration below. NOV 04-181. and Planning, California State University, Chico, with other units on campus, including the Center Apply: Dr. Brooks Green, Chair, Department CA 95929-0425. Phone: (530) 898-5587. Fax: for Applied Spatial Analysis, the Institute for the of Geography, University of Central Arkansas, (530) 898-6781. Email: [email protected]. Study of Planet Earth, and the Office of Arid 301 Irby Hall, 201 Donaghey Avenue, Conway, Applications are due on January 15, 2005. Lands, among others, is anticipated. Funding for Arkansas, 72035. Founded in 1907, the Universi- the position is secured through December 2005. ty of Central Arkansas is an accredited state-sup- CALIFORNIA, FRESNO 93740-8034. Califor- Beyond that date, candidates are expected to be ported institution that awards the bachelor’s, nia State University Fresno seeks applicants for an written into grants and contracts; additional master’s, specialist’s and PhD degrees. The uni- Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Climatol- bridge funding may also be forthcoming. For full versity has an enrollment of 10,200 students and ogy/Meteorology to begin in August, 2005. An details regarding minimum qualifications and to a faculty of more than 425. Conway, a communi- earned doctorate in Geography, Climatology or apply, visit the University of Arizona job webpage ty of 45,000, has three colleges and universities Meteorology is required for appointment for a at www.uacareertrack.com, and enter Job # and is located thirty miles northwest of Little tenure track position although candidates nearing 31818. Applicants should be prepared to answer a Rock, the state capital. UCA is an Equal Oppor- completion of the doctorate may be considered for list of online questions pertaining to specific tunity/Affirmative Action employer. The Web a lectureship with the possibility of conversion to IT/GIS qualifications, and to submit a CV, a letter site is www.uca.edu. tenure track upon completion of the degree. The of application, directions to web-based examples successful candidate will primarily teach under- of past work, and the names of three referees. *CALIFORNIA, CHICO 95929-0425. Assis- graduate courses in climatology and meteorology, DEC 04-270. tant Professor. Tenure track position beginning severe weather, and related subjects.

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Other course assignments may include America, environment and development of the department and work closely with the Director of remote sensing, GIS, and computer applications. developing nations, world resources, and her/his Educational Services to define new educational Candidates are expected to demonstrate a com- own specialties. The starting date is September 1, products and develop new business models. Be mitment to or potential for teaching excellence, 2005. Ph.D. is required. Candidates must demon- responsible for ongoing staff development and research, and other scholarly activity. strate a potential for effective teaching and schol- collaboration, work with clients to implement An online application form can be found at arship, and the ability and interest to work in a training solutions and negotiate contracts with www.csufresno.edu/aps/vacancy/sc1.pdf. multi-ethnic, multicultural environment. The third-party authors. Correspondence, applications, and inquiries successful candidate is expected to develop an Successful candidates will possess a Master’s should be directed to the address below. NOV active research program and to seek external degree in education, instructional technology, or 04-200. funding. a related field and a minimum of three years of Apply: Dr. James S. Kus, Committee Chair, Apply: Submit letter of application, curricu- management experience, preferably in the field of Department of Geography, California State Uni- lum vitae, transcript from institution awarding distance education/training for adults. Applicants versity Fresno, Fresno, CA 93740-8034, Phone: highest degree, and three letters of recommenda- must also have knowledge of instructional tech- 559-278-5236, tion. Employment is contingent upon proof of nology, design principles, and print and Web Fax: 559-278-7268, email: jamesk@csufresno. eligibility to work in the United States. Review of publishing techniques; experience with principles edu Applicants are encouraged to have all mate- applications will begin on January 15, 2005, and and methods for curriculum and training design; rials on file by November 15, 2004 to ensure continue until position is filled. NOV 04-227. and knowledge of applications of GIS and ESRI consideration. Address applications, required documentation software. and/or requests for information to: Killian Ying, To apply, send your cover letter and resume *CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES. Global Fel- Chair, Department of Geography and Urban to [email protected] or apply online at lows, UCLA International Institute. Analysis. www.esri.com/careers. Please code all submis- The UCLA International Institute will sions AAG/TF. DEC 04-233. appoint up to eight new Global Fellows for the *CALIFORNIA, MONTEREY 93943. The 2005-2006 academic year, to commence resi- Department of Defense Analysis at the Naval *CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO 92182-4493. dence on 1 September 2005. Fellows will be Postgraduate School seeks to fill a tenure track San Diego State University seeks applicants for drawn from the arts and humanities (including position with a geographer with a background the Stephen and Mary Birch Foundation literary studies and philosophy), the natural in strategic, political, and/or cultural geography Endowed Chair in Geographical Studies to sciences (including engineering, medicine, and who is interested in problems of inter-state and begin in August, 2005. The Department is public health), and the social sciences (including sub-state conflict. Duties include teaching, thesis seeking an outstanding scholar with a superlative law, public policy, and management). There is no advising, and research and writing on record in research, teaching, and grant acquisi- citizenship requirement. Applicants must have topics relevant to the Department’s interests. tion in Environmental Analysis and Geographic received their doctoral degree no earlier than 1 U.S. citizenship is required. The Department Information Sciences. Departmental information January 1998 and no later than 1 April 2005. offers a multidisciplinary Master’s degree can be found at http://geography.sdsu.edu. Send Appointment as a Global Fellow will carry an program to selected students from across the mil- letter of application describing research agenda annual salary of up to $50,472. itary services. Most students are drawn from the and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and Further information is available at Special Operations community. The Department names and addresses of three references. http://www.international.ucla.edu/. Inquiries also has a large group of international student Applicant should show a commitment to working should be directed to globalfellows@international. officers. Ph.D. is preferred but we will consider in a multi-cultural environment with students ucla.edu or (310) 825-4921. candidates who are close to completing their from diverse backgrounds. Applications and nominations should be sub- dissertation. Positions open in Spring 2005. SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employ- mitted, on-line, between 15 November 2004 and Candidates should submit their application er and does not discriminate against individuals 15 January 2005. The names of the Global Fel- packet, including three letters of recommenda- on the basis of race, religion, national origin, lows should be announced, and formal invita- tion, to the address below. DEC 04-241. sexual orientation, gender, marital status, age, tions extended, by 1 March 2005. DEC 04-237. Apply: Professor David Tucker, Chairman, disability or veteran status, including veterans of Search Committee, Department of Defense the Vietnam era. CALIFORNIA, LOS ANGELES 90032-8222. Analysis, Root Hall, 589 Dyer Road, Naval Post- Applications must be received by 14 January California State University, Los Angeles. The graduate School, Monterey, CA, 93943. The 2005. Applications should be sent to the address Department of Geography and Urban Analysis is position will remain open until it is filled. EOE. below. DEC 04-264. accepting applications for a Tenure-Track Assis- Apply: Dr. Stuart Aitken, Chair, Hiring Com- tant Professor of Geography in geography of *CALIFORNIA, REDLANDS 92373. Educa- mittee, Department of Geography, email: Mexico/Central America with a strong back- tional Products Department Manager. Join the [email protected]. ground in the environment and development of world leader in GIS! ESRI is recruiting for an the developing nations. Knowledge of GIS Educational Products Department Manager to COLORADO, BOULDER 80309-0216. The and/or quantitative methods is preferred. The support and lead teams responsible for the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environ- successful candidate will teach introductory cul- development and delivery of technical educa- mental Sciences (CIRES) at the University of tural geography and upper-division and graduate tional content for users of ESRI’s GIS software. Colorado at Boulder seeks applicants for a tenure- courses in geography of Mexico and Central Manage the day-to-day operations of a 30-person track faculty position in Anthropogenic

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Perturbations of Ecosystems. Research and Apply: Dr. Anne Hyde, Director of South- position is filled. NOV 04-209. teaching areas of special interest include loss of west Studies, Colorado College, 14 E. Cache La Apply to Dr. Anne Hiskes, Search Committee biodiversity, land-use/land-cover change, effects Poudre, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. The Col- Chair, Department of Geography, 215 Glen- of climate change, atmospheric and water pollu- lege does not discriminate on the basis of race, brook Rd., Unit 4148. University of Connecticut, tion on ecosystems, and the state of critical color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual Storrs, CT 06269-4148. resources such as freshwater systems, forest orientation, or disability and we encourage those E-mail: [email protected]. resources, and fisheries. Interdisciplinary who share a desire to increase the diversity rep- At the University of Connecticut, our com- research that combines inputs from different resented at the College to apply. E.O.E. mitment to excellence is complemented by our disciplines is particularly valued in CIRES. The commitment to build a culturally diverse commu- position will be affiliated with an appropriate CONNECTICUT, STORRS 06269-4148. The nity. We actively encourage women, people with Boulder campus department, depending upon the Department of Geography at the University of disabilities, and members of minority groups to research interests of the successful applicant. For Connecticut invites applications and nominations apply. more information about CIRES, see http:// for the position of department head beginning cires.colorado.edu. August 1, 2005 at the rank of tenured Associate or *DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WASHING- Applicants should send a cover letter, curricu- Full Professor. Field of specialization is open, but TON, 20001. The Board on Earth Sciences and lum vitae and a statement of research plans, and should be consistent with departmental strengths Resources of The National Academies has an arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to as discussed below. The position comes with a immediate opening for the position of program the address below. NOV 04-219. nationally competitive salary, outstanding benefits officer and director of the Mapping Science Apply: Anthropogenic Perturbations Search package, and a reduced teaching load. Committee. The ideal candidate will have an Committee, Cooperative Institute for Research in The University of Connecticut is in the midst appropriate terminal degree (Ph.D preferred), a Environmental Sciences, Campus Box 216, Uni- of a $2.8 billion building and renovation program substantial knowledge base in mapping science versity of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO to create one of the foremost physically attrac- issues and its technologies, and superior oral and 80309-0216. tive, technologically advanced, and highly written communication skills. To apply, send a The search committee will begin considering ranked public research universities in the United letter of interest, vita, and the names and contact applications on November 15, 2004, and the States. The Department of Geography is housed information for three references to the address search will continue until the position is filled. in newly renovated facilities with a state of the below. DEC 04-276. The University of Colorado at Boulder is art GIS lab and a spacious laboratory for physical Apply: Dr. Anthony R. de Souza, Director, committed to diversity and equality in education geography teaching and research. The depart- Board on Earth Sciences and Resources, The and employment. ment is poised to achieve excellence with future National Academies, 500 5th Street, NW, Wash- new hires capitalizing on strengths within the ington, DC 20001 ([email protected]). Review *COLORADO, COLORADO SPRINGS department and linkages with the social and of applicants will begin immediately and contin- 80903. Colorado College, Geographer: The environmental sciences. The successful candidate ue until the position is filled. Southwest Studies and Environmental Science will be expected to foster and initiate interdisci- Programs jointly seek applicants for a tenure plinary research and teaching in areas such as DCOCU sLFTA, MTRSIDDISTRICTIBiI OF COLUMBIA, WASHINGTON track appointment as an assistant professor of demography, environmental sciences, integrative 20009. The Association of American Geogra- Southwest Studies and Environmental Science. geosciences, and urban studies, and will be phers has two positions available for immediate The candidate will participate fully in both the expected to lead the Department of Geography placement at the AAG’s Washington, D.C. office. Southwest Studies and Environmental Science to a higher level of national stature. (1) Geography Education Fellow. We seek an programs and have primary teaching responsibil- The Department of Geography currently has individual whose primary responsibility will be ities in classes focusing on applying the methods seven tenured/tenure track faculty, four instruc- assisting the Educational Affairs Director with of GIS and spatial analysis to research in the tors, twenty graduate students, well-established the development and administration of a three- Southwest. Specialties in hydrology, biogeogra- B.A. and M.A. programs, and a recently estab- year, federally funded project to enhance teacher phy, climatology, American regions, cartography, lished Ph.D. program. The faculty is strong in preparation in geography. The successful appli- planning, ecology, land use, demography and the areas of urban, economic and population cant will be able to design multimedia resources agriculture are among those of interest. Experi- geography, geographical information science, that support national geography standards, GIS ence with supervision of undergraduate student and spatial analysis, with an emerging area of education, and spatial thinking skills; implement research is especially welcome. A strong commit- expertise in physical geography. and test experimental teacher-training products ment to teaching at the undergraduate level is Candidates must demonstrate a record of in collaboration with university faculty and the required. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or excellence in research, teaching, mentoring gradu- Geographic Alliances; and assist with a variety of equivalent degree. Salary is commensurate with ate students, and competing for external research project management tasks, including writing experience. Applicants should submit a letter of funds. Successful administrative/leadership experi- project reports, tracking budget expenditures, introduction, a statement of teaching philosophy, ence is highly desirable. Applicants should send a and managing a small-grants program for teach- a discussion of research interests that can involve letter of application that reviews and documents ers. The Fellow will also contribute to ongoing undergraduates, a curriculum vita, transcripts of these qualifications, a curriculum vita, other AAG education projects as well as assist in the graduate and undergraduate education, and three supporting materials, and contact information for development of grant proposals and newsletter letters of recommendation no later than January three referees. Review of applications will begin articles. This is an excellent opportunity for a 5, 2005. DEC 04-256. on November 15, 2004 and continue until the junior scholar to participate in AAG research and

30 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 education initiatives, but we will also consider Consideration of applications will continue The University of Florida is an Equal Employ- applications from senior faculty on academic until the positions are filled. The AAG is comment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer leave. A highly qualified candidate will have a mitted to equal opportunity and affirmative and welcomes nominations and applications from Ph.D. in geography or education, with expertise action in hiring, retention, and promotion. women and minority group candidates. in teacher professional development, spatial cog- nition, and/or GIS education; possess outstand- FLORIDA, GAINESVILLE 32611. The *FLORIDA, TAMPA 33620. University of ing written and verbal communication skills; be Department of Geography, University of Florida, South Florida, College of Arts and Sciences. highly organized and experienced with project seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Environmental Policy Faculty Position. management; and have strong interpersonal Professor in Climatology, with specialty in The Department of Environmental Science and skills. Salary is commensurate with experience. climate variability, land surface-atmosphere Policy invites applications for a full-time tenure To apply, send letter of application, CV, and a interactions and interests in human dimensions of track position, subject to University budgetary list of three references to: Michael Solem, Asso- environmental change research, for appointment approval, beginning in August, 2005 in the broad ciation of American Geographers, 1710 Six- as a full-time (9 month), Assistant or Associate area of Environmental Policy. Appointment will be teenth Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20009 or Professor. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Geog- at the Assistant Professor level. The successful e-mail to [email protected]. raphy or related field, although ABD candidates candidate will teach in the undergraduate and (2) Careers in Geography Project Coordinator. will be considered if the receipt of their degrees graduate programs in the department, including We seek an individual with strong research and will be achieved by the beginning of the appoint- the new interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Web/graphic design skills to develop a Careers in ment. Research expertise, evidence of scholarly Geography and Environmental Science and Geography database and associated set of publications, the ability to teach advanced Policy. Candidates must show strong evidence of outreach materials for schools and departments. undergraduate and graduate courses in these top- capability for conducting vigorous externally Partial funding for this position comes from the ics, and a commitment to funded research are funded research. Areas of special interest include Geography Education National Implementation required. The Department offers a collegial natural resource or conservation policy; marine Project (GENIP). The successful applicant will be atmosphere in which to work and has excellent resources; urban environments or brownfields; able to design and analyze detailed surveys and computational, research, and teaching facilities. water resources and water-quality protection; nat- interviews to identify potential and actual career It is a growing department with ample opportu- ural hazard assessment and mitigation planning; trends, patterns, and opportunities for individuals nities for multidisciplinary, collaborative and others that complement existing faculty with 2-year, 4-year, and graduate degrees in geog- research. There are strong affiliations strengths. Competence in quantitative research raphy. This information will be used to construct a with the University of Florida Land Use and methods is desirable, and teaching experience in statistical database that will be accessible through Environmental Change Institute (LUECI), the environmental policy is desired. Salary is the Web. The Careers in Geography website will new College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Pro- negotiable. The applicant must have a Ph.D. in serve many purposes: 1) as a careers advising gram in Ecology and Environment (CLAS E&E) Environmental Policy, Geography, Public resource for parents, schools, and departments, 2) and internationally recognized research pro- Administration, Regional Planning, Economics, or as a careers planning resource for middle school, grams with emphasis in the southeastern United a related field, in hand by the beginning of the high school, and college students, 3) as a recruit- States, Latin America, Africa, or other tropical contract date. Deadline for submitted application ing and outreach tool for geography programs, and subtropical areas. The department seeks a is January 10, 2005. Send letter of application, and 4) as a reference for the public, government productive scholar who will work in an exciting curriculum vitae, statements of research and teach- agencies, and private industry. Related publica- teamwork-oriented setting that links empirical ing goals and experience, and contact information tions will be produced in a variety of media for- data to theory and complex models. Appoint- for at least three referees to the address below. mats, including CD, print, and online. The project ment will begin in August of 2005, and salary will DEC 04-240. coordinator will serve as the AAG’s point-person be commensurate with rank and experience. Apply: Environmental Policy Search Com- on jobs and careers and will constructively engage The deadline for applications is December 15, mittee, Department of Environmental Science & the media, private organizations, and federal 2004. Applicants should send a statement of cur- Policy, University of South Florida, 4202 East agencies to communicate the value of geography rent research interests and future plans, a current Fowler Ave. - SCA238, Tampa, Florida 33620. in the modern workforce. A highly-qualified C.V., and the names and e-mail addresses of four Environmental Science & Policy is an interdis- candidate will have an undergraduate or graduate references to the address below. NOV 04-196. ciplinary department with faculty engaged in degree, preferably in geography; possess strong Apply: Dr. Michael W. Binford, Chair of the collaborative research around the world and graphic and written communication skills; be Climatologist Search Committee, Department of providing education that integrates the use of experienced in quantitative and qualitative Geography, University of Florida, P.O. Box environmental science in policy development research; and have strong interpersonal skills. 117315, Gainesville, FL 32611. E-mail applica- and decision-making. Please visit our website for Desirable computer skills include proficiency with tions to [email protected] with documents additional information about the department database, Web, and graphic software. Salary is embedded in the text or as attachments are (www.cas.usf.edu/esp). The department antici- commensurate with experience. encouraged. For more information and details pates adding additional faculty in the next few To apply, send letter of application, resume, about the Department of Geography, LUECI, years to support a new Ph.D. program. The and a list of three references to: Patricia Solis, and the CLAS E&E program, see www. University of South Florida is an equal opportu- Association of American Geographers, 1710 geog.ufl.edu, www.clas.ufl.edu/lueci/, and www. nity, affirmative action, equal access institution. Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20009 clas.ufl.edu/users/mbinford/CLAS/CLAS-Ecology For disability accommodations, please contact or e-mail to [email protected]. EnvironmentPlan.pdf. Ms. Karen Schrader at 813-974-0443 at least five

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 31 December 2004 working days in advance. According to Florida especially welcome applications from scholars 2004, and will consider applications until the law, applications and meetings regarding them who can demonstrate competence in GIS/remote position is filled. Please direct your submissions are open to the public. sensing/visualization and who are willing to to the address below. NOV 04-198. develop courses that use these technologies in Apply: Geography Search 2004, Department *GEORGIA, VALDOSTA 31698-0055. Valdos- creative ways. Starting date for this tenure-track of Geography, DePaul University, Chicago, IL ta State University invites applications for a full- position is 1 September 2005. Candidates will 60614. Email submissions are welcome time, tenure-track position in Geography. ABD need to have completed their doctoral degree by and encouraged. Please attach relevant docu- considered, Ph.D. preferred. We seek a broadly the time of employment. Eligible candidates ments as MS Word or PDF files. (E-mail: Dr. trained geographer with evidence of excellence in could originate in Urban Geography, Urban Patrick McHaffie, Geography Chair: pmchaffi teaching, who will be responsible for introductory Planning, Critical Community Development @depaul.edu). courses in weather and climate and upper-level Studies, Community GIS, or other human geog- courses in climatology or meteorology. The ability raphy specializations. The Department has ILLINOIS, DE KALB 60115. Full-time tenure to teach courses in regional planning and environ- strengths in urban geography, critical cultural track Assistant Professor – 2 positions. Starting mental management is an asset. geography, social geography, geopolitics, critical in August 2005. Required – Ph.D. in geography Valdosta State University is a regional univer- technology studies, and GIS/remote sensing, as or related field by time of appointment. sity within the University System of Georgia well as other areas in physical geography. In Position 1. Human/Cultural Geography. We and is accredited by SACS. Enrollment is approx- addition to courses that serve the general studies seek an individual who is committed to scholar- imately 10,000 students. Faculty receive all curriculum, the successful candidate will be ship and teaching in Human/Cultural Geography benefits provided by the University System of expected to develop courses in their area of with specializations in any of the following: Georgia. Salary is commensurate with experi- specialization. race/ethnicity, immigration/migration, political, ence. Starting date is August 1, 2005. Position (2): Assistant Professor in Geogra- gender, health & aging. The successful candidate Letter of application, curriculum vita, evi- phy with expertise in Physical Geography. is expected to seek external funding in support of dence of excellence in teaching, and three letters Preferred specializations include biogeography, scholarship. Ability to teach upper division of recommendation should be sent to the address landscape ecology, fluvial geomorphology, or courses in specialty and contribute to the univer- below. DEC 04-268. limnology although we also welcome applica- sity’s regional geography and multicultural Apply: Dr. Edward Chatelain, Head, Depart- tions from other areas of physical geography. curricula required. Consideration will be given to ment of Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences; The candidate may also have some international candidates who can contribute with a regional Valdosta State University; Valdosta, Georgia specialization. We especially welcome focus in the Americas, especially Latin America. 31698-0055. Review of applications will start applications from scholars who can demonstrate Position 2: GI Science, Meteorology/ on November 15, 2004, and will continue competence in GIS/remote sensing/visualization Climatology. We seek a broadly trained GI sci- until position has been filled. Valdosta State Uni- and who are willing to develop courses that use entist with research and teaching expertise in the versity is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative these technologies in creative ways. Starting date geography and science of environmental Action Employer. for this tenure-track position is 1 September extremes, environmental risk assessment, meteor- For more information, please visit http:// 2005. Candidates will need to have completed ology/climatology, and physical geography. www.valdosta.edu/phy/ad_page.htm or contact their doctoral degree by the time of employment. Candidates’ research should expand existing Dr. Edward Chatelain, Head, Department of Eligible candidates could originate in Biogeogra- programs in meteorology/climatology and physi- Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences; Valdosta phy, Landscape Ecology, or other Earth Science cal geography by assessing the spatial and State University; Valdosta, Georgia 31698-0055. specializations. The Department has strengths temporal dimensions of risk as emergent phe- Voice 229-333-5752. Fax 229-219-1201. Email in hydrology and hydrologic modeling, nomena resulting from human-environment [email protected]. geomorphology, global climate change, glaciolo- interactions. Skills in modern analytic tools gy, resource economics, GIS/remote sensing, as (especially GIS and spatial statistics) and ability ILLINOIS, CHICAGO 60614. Depaul Univer- well as other areas in human geography. In to teach courses in environmental risk, Geo- sity. The Department of Geography announces addition to courses that serve the general studies graphic Information Science, meteorology/ two tenure-track positions to begin in fall 2005. science curriculum, the successful candidate climatology, and physical geography are DePaul University has made a strong commit- will be expected to develop courses in their area required. The successful candidate is expected to ment to enhancing diversity among both faculty of specialization. seek external funding in support of scholarship. and students. We strongly encourage female can- DePaul University is a “Research University II” The department has exceptional facilities to didates and candidates of color to apply for the which places great emphasis both on excellence support established strengths in GIS and position. DePaul University is an affirmative in teaching and in sustained and superior scholar- mapping science, soils, hydrology, biogeography, action and equal opportunities employer. ship. Information about the Department can be urban/economic geography, and applied atmos- Position (1): Assistant Professor in Geogra- found at gis.depaul.edu. Submissions should pheric science. Preference will be given to phy with expertise in Urban Geography and include (1) an academic CV, (2) a cover letter that persons who can demonstrate a willingness to Planning. Specializations can include some addresses teaching and research interests, (3) collaborate, in both research and teaching, with combination of urban geography, planning, or three academic recommendation letters, (4) evi- faculty in the department and College of Liberal community development. A secondary interest in dence of teaching excellence, and (5) up to three Arts and Sciences. other areas of critical human geography and/or published papers. The Search Committee will Submit a letter of application identifying the international specialization is welcomed. We start considering applications on 1 December position to which you are applying as well as

32 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 teaching and research interests; a curriculum vita; teaching and research. The Office of Science and certification including the department’s publications or examples of writing; evidence of Math Education (http://www.siue.edu/OSME) is two-semester Dynamic Meteorology sequence, grantsmanship; evidence of teaching quality; and an interdisciplinary collaboration encompass- Introduction to Weather and Climate, and other the names, addresses, and e-mail of at least three ing17 faculty members from both the School of courses in the applicant’s area of specialization. references to the address below. NOV 04-213. Education and the College of Arts and Sciences. Scholarly production and participation in usual Apply: Search Committee (Position 1 or 2), Applicants should submit a letter of applica- non-teaching responsibilities also required. Department of Geography, Davis Hall 118, tion, curriculum vitae, transcript, a brief state- Apply to Dr. Thomas Williams, Meteorology Northern Illinois University, De Kalb, IL, 60115- ment of research plans (two-three pages), a Search Committee Chair. NOV 04-217. 2854. http://www.niu.edu/geog. For full consider- statement of teaching philosophy, and three Western Illinois University is an Affirmative ation, application material must be received by letters of recommendation sent to the address Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a December 3, 2004. below. NOV 04-232. strong institutional commitment to diversity. In Northern Illinois University is an Affirmative Apply: Dr. Randall Pearson, Earth Science that spirit, we are particularly interested in Action/Equal Employment Opportunity institution. Education Search Committee, Department of receiving applications from a broad spectrum of Geography, Box 1459A, Southern Illinois people, including minorities, women, and ILLINOIS, EDWARDSVILLE 62026. South- University Edwardsville, Edwardsville, Il persons with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrim- ern Illinois University Edwardsville. Assistant 62026-1459. ination policy that includes sex, race, color, Professor Position. Geoscience Education. Consideration of applications will begin on sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, Tenure-track appointments beginning with January 1, 2005 and continue until the position national origin, disability, or veteran status. the 2005 Fall Semester, August 1, 2005. is filled. Ph.D. desired. ABD’s may be considered for a As an affirmative action employer, SIUE *ILLINOIS, MACOMB 61455. The Illinois term appointment at the rank of instructor offers equal employment opportunity without Institute for Rural Affairs (IIRA) has an opening until such time as all degree requirements have regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, for a director who will work with the WIU been completed. national origin, or disability. central administration, other academic units, and The Department of Geography and the SIUE is a state university — benefits under allied groups including federal or state depart- Office of Science and Math Education at South- state sponsored plans will not be available to ments, universities, and/or private agencies and ern Illinois University Edwardsville invites appli- holders of F1 or J1 visas. business organizations. Applicants should have cations from persons with teaching and research earned a Ph.D. in an appropriate discipline with interests in Geoscience Education. The successful ILLINOIS, MACOMB 61455-1390. Western sufficient publications to earn tenure and candidate will conduct research/scholarly work Illinois University. The Department of Geography have successfully managed an academic unit in the specialty area of Geoscience Education invites applicants for two tenure-track Assistant within a university. The applicants should have Research, teach undergraduate and graduate Professors beginning August, 2005. Ph.D. required experience in fund-raising for projects. The courses in the specialty and service courses for by August, 2005 for both positions. Screening applicant must have excellent oral and written the Department, and be expected to obtain exter- of applications will begin January 1, 2005 and communications skills, be self-motivated, and nal funding and to publish the results of scholar- continue until the positions are filled. Send letter of able to prioritize multiple projects with dead- ly work. The successful candidate will have joint application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and the lines. Have successfully managed an academic appointment with the University’s Office of Sci- names and contact information of three individuals unit within a university and have a history of ence and Mathematics Education and is expected qualified to comment upon your teaching and obtaining and administering project-based grants to work cooperatively with this office in support research abilities, experience, and professional and contracts is preferred. This is a 12-month of in-service and pre-service science teachers. preparation (include e-mail addresses). Additional appropriated position. Start date is July 1, 2005. Salary commensurate with qualifications and information about the department is available at This position is based in Macomb, Illinois. experience. www.wiu.edu/geography. Applicants should send a letter describing their Qualifications: Ph.D. in any area of geo- Position 1: Physical Geography/GIS. The qualifications and experience related to the science/physical geography or related field; ability successful applicant will have strength in nature- requirements for the position, a resume, names to teach Earth Science, Physical Geography, and society relations, especially ecosystems in and contact information for three references to Geoscience Education courses at the undergradu- the Midwest and will teach advanced physical the address below. DEC 04-245. ate and graduate levels; and ability to undertake geography courses, including Conservation Apply: Norman Walzer, Illinois Institute for Geoscience education research/scholarly projects Management and Soils, an advanced GIS course, Rural Affairs, 523 Stipes Hall, 1 University involving undergraduate and masters students. introductory World Regional Geography and Circle, Macomb, IL 61455, Phone: 800/526- The Department of Geography (http:// other courses related to the applicant’s specializa- 9943, E-mail: [email protected]. Application www.siue.edu/GEOGRAPHY) has a full compli- tion. Additionally, the position will involve review will begin November 30, 2004 and will ment of 10 faculty with current members coordination with the Institute for Environmen- continue until the position is filled. Salary is com- supporting the sub-disciplines of hydrology, tal Studies and will be expected to secure grants mensurate with experience and qualifications. biogeography, climatology, meteorology, as well for and related to the Institute. Apply to Dr. Western Illinois University is an Affirmative as economic and political geography. The Charles Ehlschlaeger, Environmental/GIS Search Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a Department houses an advanced 24-seat Geo- Committee Chair. strong institutional commitment to diversity. In graphic Information System (GIS) laboratory, Position 2: Meteorology. The successful that spirit, we are particularly interested in which is available to all faculty for purposes of applicant will teach courses required for NWS receiving applications from a broad spectrum

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 33 December 2004 of people, including minorities, women, and borhood organizations provides students rich include the core course in environmental social persons with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrim- opportunities for internships and research. sciences and humanities and courses in environ- ination policy that includes sex, race, color, We will consider the best applicants from all mental policy and planning, policy analysis and sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, specialty areas. Our top priority is a person with environmental modeling with GIS. Grant-funded national origin, disability, or veteran status. two of the following subfield specialties: physical research is desirable. geography, environmental geography, water Send letter of application describing teaching ILLINOIS, MACOMB 61455. The Illinois resources or economic geography and strong and research interests, vita, transcripts, and the Institute for Rural Affairs (IIRA) has an opening skills in Geographic Information Systems and names and addresses of at least three references for an assistant director to work with the IIRA cartography who can work across disciplinary to the address below. DEC 04-267. staff on operational issues. Applicants should lines. Our new colleague will be committed to Apply: Search Committee, Department of have earned a master’s degree or Ph.D. in relevant undergraduate education in a liberal arts environ- Environmental Studies, University of Illinois at discipline and a proven track record of management; we value teaching and research and seek a Springfield, One University Plaza, MS PAC 322, ment and supervision with an understanding of candidate prepared to direct undergraduate Springfield, Illinois 62703. statewide and local rural policy issues. The appli- research projects and participate in the first-year Review of applications will begin January 10, cants should have experience in fund-raising for general education curriculum. The tradition of 2005 and continue until the position is filled. projects. The applicant must have excellent oral collegiality and small size of the department The University of Illinois at Springfield is an and written communications skills, be self-moti- ensure our new colleague opportunities for Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportu- vated, and able to prioritize multiple projects leadership and innovation. nity Employer. Persons with disabilities, women, with deadlines. This is a 12-month appropriated Ph.D. required, but ABD acceptable. and minorities are encouraged to apply. position. Start date is November 2004. This Augustana College is a highly selective, four- position is based in Macomb, Illinois. Applicants year, liberal arts institution affiliated with the INDIANA, BLOOMINGTON 47405-7100. should send a letter describing their qualifica- Lutheran Church (ELCA). The student body Indiana University-Bloomington. The College of tions and experience related to the requirements numbers about 2,250, most of whom live in Arts and Sciences invites applications for a tenure for the position, a resume, names and contact residence halls on a wooded 115-acre campus. track position of Assistant Professor in the area information for three references to the address Rock Island, Illinois is one of the Quad-Cities of of Development Studies beginning August 2005. below. NOV 04-174. Illinois and Iowa, a diverse metropolitan area on This will be a tenure-track appointment in Apply: Norman Walzer, Illinois Institute for the Mississippi River with 350,000 residents. Anthropology or Geography, or jointly, with a Rural Affairs, 523 Stipes Hall, 1 University Augustana College is an equal opportunity regional focus in Latin America and the Circle, Macomb, IL 61455, Phone: 800/526- employer and actively encourages applications Caribbean. The successful candidate’s research 9943, E-mail: [email protected]. Application from women and persons of diverse ethnic and teaching agendas should contribute to review will begin October 15, 2004 and will con- backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on improving comparative perspectives in develop- tinue until the position is filled. Salary is com- age, race, color, ethnic origin, gender, sexual ment studies, with particular emphasis on mensurate with experience and qualifications. orientation, disability or creed. Visit Augustana’s political economy, cultural change, and/or Western Illinois University is an Affirmative web site at http://www.augustana.edu to learn human-environment interactions. This appoint- Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a more about the college. Candidates should ment is part of IU’s multi-year commitment strong institutional commitment to diversity. In submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, to hire additional scholars in political econo- that spirit, we are particularly interested in graduate school transcripts, statement of teach- my/development, globalization, international/ receiving applications from a broad spectrum of ing philosophy, evidence of teaching effective- area studies, and diaspora studies. We seek a people, including minorities, women, and per- ness and three letters of reference to the address scholar who engages in collaborative multidisci- sons with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrimina- below. DEC 04-259. plinary research and utilizes rigorous compara- tion policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual Apply: Jeff Abernathy, Dean of the College, tive methods. Teaching duties will include both orientation, religion, age, marital status, national Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois 61201- undergraduate and graduate courses, with origin, disability, or veteran status. 2296. Review of applications will begin January offerings contributing to International Studies 1, 2005. and Latin American and Caribbean area studies. *ILLINOIS, ROCK ISLAND 61201. Augus- Applicants should have or expect to receive the tana College, Department of Geography, Assis- *ILLINOIS, SPRINGFIELD 62703. Environ- doctoral degree before August 2005. Applica- tant Professor. mental Studies/Policy and Planning: Interdisci- tions received by January 2nd are guaranteed full Tenure-track appointment beginning Septem- plinary Environmental Studies Department in the consideration; the position will remain open until ber 2005. This department prepares students for College of Public Affairs and Administration filled. NOV 04-187. careers and graduate study in geography, urban seeks a tenure track Assistant Professor, Applicants should send a letter of application planning and the natural environment. The beginning August 16, 2005. Candidates must describing research and teaching interests, cur- department has a central teaching and advising have a Ph.D. in environmental policy and riculum vitae, sample publications, and syllabi. role in the college’s interdisciplinary environ- planning or a related discipline, evidence of Three letters of reference should be mailed under mental studies program and historically has had a research potential, and/or professional experi- separate cover. Anthropology applicants should role in teaching and directing foreign study ence in environmental policy, regional or urban send materials to: Anya Royce, Chair, Depart- programs. Our relationship with local, regional, planning, natural resources, environmental geog- ment of Anthropology, Student Building 130, and federal environmental, economic, and neigh- raphy or related fields. Teaching expectations Bloomington, IN 47405-7100 USA. Geography

34 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 applicants should send materials to: William all-college, interdisciplinary programs. Com- experience at the graduate level, a strong Black, Chair, Department of Geography, Indiana mitment to both teaching and scholarship is publication record, regular pattern of public University, Student Building 120, Bloomington, essential, as well as willingness to contribute to presentation of research, a record of grant IN 47405-7100 USA. Indiana University is an a developing environmental studies program. activity, and research interests in one or more Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative This position will be a joint appointment with of the following: urban, cultural, political, or Action Employer and we strongly encourage another academic department depending on historical geography, population and migration applications from women and minorities. candidate’s expertise and training. Luther Col- issues, environment and development, gender in lege is a Phi Beta Kappa institution affiliated geography, race and ethnicity. *INDIANA, HANOVER 47243. The Rivers with the Lutheran Church (ELCA). Women and Send curriculum vitae, detailed statement of Institute at Hanover College (RIH) invites appli- persons of diverse ethnic backgrounds are teaching and research interests and experience, cations for the position of Director of Econom- encouraged to apply. Review of applications summaries of teaching evaluations, copies of ics Programs. RIH is a recently established, inno- begins December 1, 2004 and continues until major publications or a writing sample, and vative, interdisciplinary organization devoted to the position is filled. Send letter of application, names and contact information of 3 persons for River Studies in three program areas: Culture, curriculum vitae, at least three letters of recom- letters of reference. Review of applications will Economics and Science. mendation, evidence of effective teaching, a begin January 3, 2005 and continue until the The Director of Economics Programs will statement of research interests and undergradu- position is filled. work with the Executive Director and the other ate transcripts/official graduate school The University of Kansas is an Equal Program Directors to develop initiatives with transcripts to the address below. DEC 04-239. Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. DEC external partners; to coordinate the activities of Apply: John Moeller, Chair, Search Committee, 04-228. scholars, students, and external partners involved Department of Political Science, Luther College, Apply: Professor Garth A. Myers, Committee with RIH; and to integrate RIH into Hanover Decorah, IA 52101. Telephone: 563/387-1221; Chair, East Asian Geographer Position, Depart- College. There will also be opportunities for FAX: 563/387-1107; E-mail: [email protected]. ment of Geography, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd., Room teaching and research linked to RIH. An EEO employer. 213, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045- For more information visit www.rivers 7613. Phone: 785-864-4291, Fax: 785-864-5378. institute.org. *KANSAS, LAWRENCE 66045. The Universi- The successful candidate will have adminis- ty of Kansas, Department of Geography seeks *KANSAS, MANHATTAN 66506. The Depart- trative experience in program development and candidates for a tenure-track human geography ment of Geography at Kansas State University building collaborative partnerships. A Ph.D. in position at the Assistant Professor level with invites applications and nominations for the geography or a closely related field and a strong specialization in the Geography of East Asia position of Department Head. Applicants must record of teaching and scholarship are preferred; (China, Japan, and/or Korea) beginning August have a Ph.D. in geography, a successful record of a background or strong interest in River Studies 2005, contingent on final budgetary approval. teaching and service, a national reputation for is required. Responsibilities will include teaching at least one scholarship, and credentials for tenure and Send letter of interest, CV, and names and course per year on East Asian (Chinese, Japanese appointment at the rank of associate professor or contact information of three professional refer- and/or Korean) geography. The successful professor. Other desirable qualifications include ences to the address below. DEC 04-249. candidate will be expected to follow standard administrative and leadership experience, an Apply: Hanover College, Office of Human departmental guidelines for Teaching (40%), appreciation of the need for extramural funding, Resources, Attention: Jennifer Shelley, P.O. Box Research (40%) and Service (20%). The normal strong interpersonal communication skills, and the 108 Hanover, Indiana 47243. Email to teaching load in the department is two courses ability to relate to individuals of diverse [email protected] or fax to (812) 866-7195. per semester, divided between graduate and backgrounds. Application review begins November 15, undergraduate level courses. The department head is responsible for over- 2004 and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive and commensurate with seeing and supervising daily departmental func- Hanover College is an EOE. qualifications. The individual selected will also tions (e.g., scheduling, budgeting, and personnel), Hanover College is a small, private, residen- be a core member of the Center for East Asian representing the department on and off-campus, tial liberal arts college with a strong endowment Studies, a nationally recognized Title VI Nation- and mentoring faculty members in their research and innovative Academic Vision Plan. Visit al Resource Center. and teaching. The department head will be www.hanover.edu for more information. Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Geography involved in teaching at the undergraduate and by the time of appointment, proficiency in one graduate levels, advising undergraduate and *IOWA, DECORAH 52101. Luther College, or more languages of East Asia, proficiency in graduate students, and maintaining a research pro- Decorah, Iowa: Tenure-eligible position as English as the medium of instruction, fieldwork gram in his/her areas of interest. Assistant Professor in Environmental Studies and research experience in the region. The The Department of Geography is one of with specialization in physical geography or individual should have a strong commitment to eleven doctoral programs in the College of Arts geology beginning late August 2005. Ph.D. undergraduate and graduate teaching and and Sciences. It has an excellent reputation in expected at time of appointment. Teaching advising, a commitment to quality scholarship teaching, extramural funding, research produc- duties will include geography, introductory GIS, demonstrated through potential for research tivity, and service to the discipline and the environmental geology and environmental productivity and grant activity, and teaching university. Drawing upon the research interests science course in the candidate’s area of interest. interests complementary to existing staff. and experience of the faculty, the department’s In addition, the candidate will teach in Preferred Qualifications: teaching and advising core areas of geographic inquiry are: human-

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 35 December 2004 environment interaction, population and health, The Department of Geography and Geology Apply to: Search Committee Chair, Depart- culture and landscape, and regional systems. At invites applications for a tenure-track position in ment of Geography and Anthropology, 227 the Ph.D. level, students are encouraged to pur- Geography beginning August, 2005. Ph.D. pre- Howe-Russell Bldg., Louisiana State University, sue research that fits with the core areas of the ferred, but exceptional ABD applicants will be Ref: #009922, Baton Rouge, LA 70803-4105. department and complements the rural emphasis considered. Phone: 225/578-5942; Fax 225/578-4420. of the doctoral program and the land grant Demonstrated teaching and research expert- The department is committed to enhancing tradition of Kansas State University. ise in regional planning, urban development, an already diverse faculty and encourages appli- Applicants must submit: (1) a letter of appli- GIS, and geostatistics are required. Ability to cations from women and minorities. cation that describes their qualifications, (2) a teach research methods and a regional course LSU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access statement of leadership philosophy, (3) a per- highly desirable. Expertise in grant writing and Employer. spective on key administrative priorities within administration preferable. Send a letter of appli- geography programs today, (4) a curriculum vita, cation, curriculum vitae, and the names of three MARYLAND, BALTIMORE 21250. University and (5) the names, addresses, telephone num- references to the address below. NOV 04-178. of Maryland, Baltimore County. The Department bers, and e-mail addresses of three references. Apply: Search Committee Chair, Department of Geography & Environmental Systems at UMBC These materials should be sent to the address of Geography and Geology, Western Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-track appointment below. DEC 04-235. University, One Big Red Way, Bowling Green, KY at the rank of Assistant Professor in Urban Envi- Apply: Dr. Bimal Paul, c/o Annette Maggio, 42101. Review of applications will begin January ronmental Geography beginning in August 2005 Deans’ Office, College of Arts and Sciences, 117 15, 2005, and will continue until the position is pending availability of funds. Ph.D. required; can- Eisenhower Hall, Kansas State University, Man- filled. Detailed information about the Department didates are expected to have an active program of hattan, KS 66506. is available online at www.wku.edu/geoweb/. research and publication, ability to attract external Review of applications will begin on December Western Kentucky University is an EO/AA funding, and evidence of commitment to excel- 15, 2004, and continue until the position is filled. employer and strongly encourages applications lence in teaching. Preferred areas of research Kansas State University is an equal opportuni- from women, racial and ethnic minorities, and per- include urban environmental policy, urban health ty employer and actively seeks diversity among its sons with disabilities. issues, and the planning context of urban faculty. ecosystems. Experience in utilization of GIS is Inquiries are welcome and should be addressed *KENTUCKY, MURRAY 42071-3311. Assis- highly desirable. Teaching responsibilities include to Professor Bimal Paul, Geography Head Search tant Professor, Department of Geosciences, introductory human geography, urban geography Committee, [email protected]. (785) 532-3409. Murray State University. Full time, tenure track and upper-level courses in area of expertise. Abili- Environmental Geoscientist to begin August 1, ty to teach GIS is preferred. *KENTUCKY, BOWLING GREEN 42101- 2005. Ph.D. required by date of appointment. Urban environmental research opportunities at 3576. Western Kentucky University. The Depart- For details visit http://www.mursuky.edu/qacd/ UMBC include collaboration with the Baltimore ment of Geography and Geology invites applica- cos/geo/ad/. DEC 04-273. Ecosystem Study (BES), an NSF-funded Urban tions for a tenure-track position in the geosciences Long-Term Ecological Research site; the Joint beginning August, 2005. Ph.D. preferred, but LOUISIANA, BATON ROUGE 70803-4105. Center for Earth Systems Technology (JCET), a exceptional ABD applicants will be considered. Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure-track) research consortium formed by UMBC and Demonstrated teaching and research expertise Department of Geography and Anthropology. NASA-Goddard Space Flight Center; and the in climate, paleoclimate, GIS, and geostatistics are Louisiana State University Department of Center for Urban Environmental Research and required. Ability to teach research methods and a Geography and Anthropology anticipates funding Education (CUERE), a new research center regional course highly desirable. Demonstrated for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Asso- focusing on the impacts of landscape transforma- willingness to seek extramural funds preferable. ciate Professor level beginning August 2005. tion associated with urban and suburban develop- Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Geography with ment. The campus is located in close proximity to and the names of three references to the address emphasis on historical-culture with secondary spe- Washington, D.C. and a broad array of federal, below. DEC 04-236. cialization(s) in political, economic, urban or envi- state, and local agencies as well as to other Apply: Search Committee Chair, Depart- ronmental geography; demonstrated excellence in research institutions along the Washington- ment of Geography and Geology, Western research. Responsibilities: teaches undergraduates Baltimore-Philadelphia corridor. Interested candi- Kentucky University, One Big Red Way, Bowling and graduates in their area of specialization. dates may visit the web site http://www. Green, KY 42101. Review of applications will The department is one of twelve designated umbc.edu/ges for additional information. begin January 15, 2005, and will continue until by the university for enhancement with an infu- Please send curriculum vitae, cover letter the position is filled. Detailed information about sion of funds for the recruitment of new faculty describing research agenda and teaching inter- the Department is available online at www. and outstanding graduate assistants. ests, and have three letters of reference sent to wku.edu/geoweb/. Western Kentucky University Review of applications will begin December 1, the address below. NOV 04-206. is an EO/AA employer and strongly encourages 2004 and continue until candidate is selected. Apply: Dr. Andrew Miller, Chair, Search applications from women, racial and ethnic Applications should include a statement of research Committee, Dept. of Geography & Environmen- minorities, and persons with disabilities. and teaching interests, curriculum vitae (including tal Systems, UMBC, 1000 Hilltop Circle, e-mail address), samples of publications, names and Baltimore, MD 21250. Review of applications KENTUCKY, BOWLING GREEN 42101- contact information for three referees, and other will begin on Dec. 1, 2004, and will continue 3576. Western Kentucky University. relevant documents. NOV 04-199. until the position is filled.

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UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal earned Ph.D. in Geography is required at the *MICHIGAN, FLINT 48502-1950. Assistant Opportunity Employer and actively seeks the time of appointment. Professor of Earth and Resource Science. The applications of minorities, women, and individu- Applicants should be strongly committed to Earth and Resource Science Department (ERS) at als with disabilities. undergraduate teaching and advising and work- the University of Michigan-Flint invites applica- ing in a multicultural environment that fosters tions for a tenure-track position at the Assistant *MASSACHUSETTS, AMHERST 01003- diversity. They should also have the ability to use Professor level starting in August 2005. Appli- 9297. Faculty Position in GIS-Spatial Data technology effectively in teaching and learning, cants must have a Ph.D. in Geography, Geology, Analysis-Remote Sensing. The Department of the ability to work collaboratively, evidence of or related field. ABD with 1-year timetable for Geosciences at the University of Massachusetts scholarly activity, and a commitment to public completion considered. A broad background in Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track higher education. Salary will be dependent on Geography or the Earth Sciences and a specialty faculty position to begin September 2005. The qualifications and experience. in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are candidate’s primary research interest will be the To apply, submit a letter of application, desired. Sub-specialties may include, but are not application of geographical information science, resume, and the names, addresses and telephone limited to: physical geography/geomorphology, spatial data analysis, and/or remote sensing to numbers of three professional references to the environmental geology, remote sensing, or quan- problems in geography, geology, and/or address below. NOV 04-221. titative geography. Earth systems. Emphasis will be placed on the Apply: Office of Human Resources, Boyden Department faculty possess strong commit- applicant’s potential to establish a successful, Hall, Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, ments to quality teaching and have active externally funded, research program in areas such MA 02325. Phone: (508) 531-1324. Fax: (508) research programs in the areas of water resources, as physical and human dimensions of environ- 531-1725. remote sensing, urban growth management, and mental change, natural hazards, biogeography, Review of Applications will begin immediate- environmental hazards. ERS is a comprehensive geomorphology, climatology, planetary geology, ly and continue until position is filled. undergraduate program, and we are seeking a or neotectonics. A commitment to excellence in Bridgewater State College is an affirmative person who can compliment our existing areas of teaching at the undergraduate and graduate action/equal opportunity employer that actively expertise, and has the ability to develop their levels is essential. The appointment is aimed at seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. own research and teaching agendas. the assistant professor level, however, outstand- Please send curriculum vitae, a statement of ing candidates at all levels may be considered. *MASSACHUSETTS, WORCESTER 01610. teaching and research interests, and the names Review of applications will begin on December Research Librarian and Director, Jeanne X. of three references to the address below. DEC 15, 2004 and will continue until a successful Kasperson Research Library, George Perkins 04-255. applicant is identified. Candidates must hold a Marsh Institute. Apply: Search Chair, Earth and Resource Sci- Ph.D. or equivalent by the time of appointment. The Kasperson Library is a small environ- ence, 516 Murchie, University of Michigan-Flint, Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae, a mental research library at Clark University. Flint, MI 48502-1950. For a view of our depart- statement of research and teaching interests, and Its mission is to provide research support for the ment, please see www.umflint.edu/ers/home. contact information (including email addresses) Marsh Institute which specializes in global Application review begins immediately and con- of at least three referees to the address below. environmental change, international develop- tinues until the position is filled. The University DEC 04-275. ment and risks and hazards. The Director will of Michigan-Flint is a non-discriminatory/Affir- Apply: GIS Search Committee, Dept. of manage internal library operations while mative Action employer and encourages women Geosciences, 611 N. Pleasant St., University of providing leadership to guide the next phase and minorities to apply. Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003-9297. of the library’s development as a premier The University of Massachusetts is an Equal environmental research institution. The library *MICHIGAN, KALAMAZOO 49008-5424. Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer; currently has about 20,000 volumes, 300 Western Michigan University seeks a capable women and members of minority groups are journals and a part-time staff of three. Chair of its Department of Geography, begin- encouraged to apply. Preferred qualifications include: M.L.S. from an ning July 1, 2005 pending budgetary approval. ALA-accredited institution; academic library Candidates should qualify for appointment at MASSACHUSETTS, BRIDGEWATER 02325. experience; graduate degree in a field related to senior academic rank. A Ph.D. in Geography is The Department of Earth Sciences and Geogra- the library’s mission; environmental research preferred. Candidates are expected to manifest phy at Bridgewater State College seeks a tenure- interests and experience. This is a 10-month teaching and research excellence, including a track Assistant Professor of Geography to begin continuing position with benefits covering 12 record of publication recognized nationally- Fall, 2005. The successful candidate will have a months. Starting salary expected to be high internationally as well as a record of managing demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teach- $30’s to low $40’s depending on experience. significant externally-funded research. Candi- ing and will compliment the strengths of the Review of applications will begin immediate- dates should have a research program that department in at least one of the following areas: ly. Position available Spring 2005 semester. complements departmental strengths. The environmental studies, teaching GIS across Please send cover letter, resume, and reference successful candidate is expected to provide the curriculum, or geographic education. This information to the address below. DEC 04-265. visionary, entrepreneurial leadership, oversee position is open to either a physical or human Apply: Human Resources, Clark Universi- development of faculty and research programs, geographer with strong quantitative skills and ty, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610 participate in graduate and undergraduate the ability to mentor students performing intern- or preferably e-mail materials to: resumes@ teaching/learning, and maintain a productive ships or undergraduate research projects. An clarku.edu. research program.

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The Department of Geography has 14 full- programs and who can teach upper level courses strong undergraduate education and a range of time faculty, 4 part-time faculty, and 16 graduate in planning and/or environmental management. focused graduate programs and research. assistantships. It offers Bachelors and Masters Applicant must hold a Ph.D. in Geography or CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and degree programs concentrating in Geography, closely allied discipline at the time of their actively strives to increase diversity within its Environmental & Resource Management, Geo- appointment. Send a letter of application, CV, community. graphic Information Science, Tourism, Commu- any evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the nity Development & Planning, and Teaching of names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mails of MICHIGAN, MOUNT PLEASANT 48859. Geography, with 37 master’s students and 135 three references to the address listed below by The Department of Geography invites applica- majors. Departmental information is available at January 14, 2005. All applicants must be eligible tions for a tenure-track appointment at the level www.wmich.edu/geography. The department is to work in the U.S. of Assistant Professor effective August, 2005. A housed in recently renovated facilities with NMU is located on Michigan’s beautiful doctorate in geography or related field is six extensively computerized laboratories Upper Peninsula, on the south shore of Lake required at the time of appointment (ABD may be equipped with 100 workstations for instruction Superior. The local environment offers outstand- considered upon confirmation that completion is and research. ing opportunities for research and instruction as imminent). Expertise in Environmental and Land Western Michigan University is a diverse well as an exceptional way of life. For informa- Use Planning required. Secondary expertise student-centered research institution with 28,000 tion about the University and Department of should include some combination of the follow- students, is listed among the nation’s top 100 uni- Geography visit www.nmu.edu. DEC 04-242. ing: Physical Geography, Surface Hydrology, versities (U.S. News & World Report), has excellent Apply to: Dr. Michael Broadway, Department Geomorphology, Soils, and/or Environmental library holdings, and is recognized for its of Geography, Northern Michigan University, Resources. Preference will be given to applicants excellent computing environment. Kalamazoo 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI 49855. with additional expertise in the application of forms the center of a medium-sized cosmopolitan NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative GIS to land use and planning problems and to metropolitan region of about 250,000 located action employer and is strongly committed to applicants with research interests in Michigan midway between Detroit and Chicago, 40 miles increasing the diversity of its faculty. and the Great Lakes Region. The position from Lake Michigan. requires both undergraduate and graduate Western Michigan University, a Carnegie MICHIGAN, MOUNT PLEASANT 48859. teaching, advising, supervising student research, Classification Research Extensive Institution, is The Department of Geography invites applica- grant writing, and maintaining an active research an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action tions for a tenure-track appointment at the level program. Applicants must show potential for Employer and encourages applications from of Assistant Professor effective August, 2005. A teaching excellence and research productivity. women, minorities and other underrepresented doctorate in geography or related field is Screening will begin November 1, 2004, and groups. Please submit a letter of application, a required at the time of appointment (ABD may continue until the position is filled. statement of research and teaching philosophy, a be considered upon confirmation that comple- Send an application letter, vita, teaching eval- statement regarding vision for the department tion is imminent). Expertise in Human and uations and three letters of reference to the and leadership style, vita, graduate transcripts, Regional Geography required. Preference will be address below. NOV 04-172b. and names and addresses of at least three refer- given to applicants with regional expertise out- Apply: R. Neil Mower, Chair, Department of ences to the address below. DEC 04-229. side of North and South America. Preference will Geography, Central Michigan University, Mount Apply: Dr. David Dickason, Chair, Depart- also be given to applicants with expertise in one Pleasant, MI 48859. For additional information, ment of Geography, 1903 W. Michigan Avenue, or more of the following areas of geographic contact Dr. Mower at (989) 774-3821. Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI research: Cultural, Medical, Economic, Urban Serving more than 28,159 students, Central 49008-5424. Review of applications will begin and/or Political Geography. Knowledge and use Michigan University is an innovative doctoral December 5, 2004, and continue until the posi- of GIS a plus. The position requires primarily /research-intensive institution recognized for tion is filled. undergraduate teaching and advising. Additional strong undergraduate education and a range of responsibilities will include: supervising student focused graduate programs and research. *MICHIGAN, MARQUETTE 49855. North- research, grant writing, and maintaining an active CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and ern Michigan University Department of Geogra- research program. Applicants must show poten- actively strives to increase diversity within its phy invites applications for a tenure track tial for teaching excellence and research produc- community. position that will be filled at the Assistant Pro- tivity. Screening will begin November 1, 2004, fessor level beginning in Fall 2005. We seek a and continue until the position is filled. MICHIGAN, MOUNT PLEASANT 48859. broadly trained environmental geographer with Send an application letter, vitae, teaching The Department of Geography invites applica- the ability to teach an introductory GIS course evaluations and three letters of reference to the tions for a tenure-track appointment at the level and an introductory human or physical address below. NOV 04-172a. of Assistant Professor effective August, 2005. A geography course. Candidates must demonstrate Apply: R. Neil Mower, Chair, Department of doctorate in geography or related field is a commitment to excellence in undergraduate Geography, Central Michigan University, Mount required at the time of appointment (ABD may teaching, scholarship, and have the potential to Pleasant, MI 48859. For additional information, be considered upon confirmation that comple- contribute to the department’s service mission contact Dr. Mower at (989) 774-3821. tion is imminent). Expertise in the theoretical, and NMU’s efforts at internationalizing its Serving more than 28,159 students, Central methodological and technical issues of GIS curriculum. Preference will be given to candi- Michigan University is an innovative doctoral/ required. Additionally, the candidate should be dates who complement existing departmental research-intensive institution recognized for proficient in both GIS application programming

38 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 and the use of quantitative methods for spatial M. Hearin Foundation and is housed within the majors and 50 M.S. students. Distance learning analysis. Preference will be given to candidate College of Arts and Sciences. programs within the department have enrollments that can integrate GIS applications and substan- Commensurate with education and experience. of over 700 undergraduate and graduate students. tive geographic problems in their teaching and Send a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae, More information about the Department of Geo- research. Area of GIS application is open but and names, e-mail, and address of three references. sciences is available on our website: ideally would complement existing expertise Please address applications to the contact below. http://www.msstate.edu/dept/ geosciences. within the department. The position requires DEC 04-250. Candidates must submit a letter of application both undergraduate and graduate teaching, Apply: Collier Parker, Dean, College of Arts & indicating the position for which they are apply- advising, supervising student research, grant Sciences, Kethley 113, Delta State University, ing, a curriculum vitae, and the names and writing, and maintaining an active research pro- Cleveland, MS 38733. Delta State University is addresses (including e-mail) of three people who gram. Applicants must show potential for teach- an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action may be contacted for letters of recommendation ing excellence and research productivity. Employer. on-line at http://www.jobs.msstate.edu. Copies of Screening will begin November 1, 2004, and For Inquiries contact: Amy Owen Education transcripts should be mailed to the address below. continue until the position is filled. Coordinator, Interdisciplinary Center for GIS, DEC 04-234 Send an application letter, vita, teaching eval- [email protected] or 662-846-4098. Apply: Dr. John Mylroie, Search Committee uations and three letters of reference to the Chair, Department of Geosciences, P.O. Box 5448, address below. NOV 04-172c. *MISSISSIPPI, MISSISSIPPI STATE 39762- Mississippi State, MS 39762. Voice (662)325- Apply: R. Neil Mower, Chair, Department of 5448. Mississippi State University, Department 3915. E-mail: [email protected]. Geography, Central Michigan University, Mount of Geosciences, invites applications for an antic- Screening of applicants will begin January 1, 2005 Pleasant, MI 48859. For additional information, ipated new full-time, tenure track, Assistant Pro- and continue until the position is filled. Mississip- contact Dr. Mower at (989) 774-3821. fessor, starting Fall 2005. Applicants must have pi State University, a land-grant and sea-grant Serving more than 28,159 students, Central the Ph.D. in a geosciences or a closely related Institution, founded in 1878, is a Carnegie Doc- Michigan University is an innovative doctoral/ field in natural science completed at the time of toral/Research-extensive Institution. Mississippi research-intensive institution recognized for appointment. Specific activities associated with State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal strong undergraduate education and a range of the position include teaching and research in the Opportunity Employer. focused graduate programs and research. areas of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and techniques and computer applications for the *MISSISSIPPI, MISSISSIPPI STATE 39762. actively strives to increase diversity within its geosciences. The successful candidate will teach Mississippi State University, Department of Geo- community. introductory through graduate-level courses in sciences. Assistant Professor of Geography. GIS, such as introduction to GIS, advanced GIS, Tenure-track, beginning August 16, 2005. Ph.D. *MISSISSIPPI, CLEVELAND 38733. Director geodatabase design, cartographic sciences, Required at time of appointment. Physical Geo- of the Interdisciplinary Center for Geospatial remote sensing of the physical environment, and grapher/Meteorologist with interests that will Information Technology. (Search Extended). geospatial applications. In addition the successful augment existing strengths in broadcast and Starting date: January, 2005 candidate is expected to teach courses in their operational meteorology and climatology. This is Responsibilities include developing, promot- area of specialization. The successful candidate a new position created to allow the department to ing, and overseeing all aspects of the Interdisci- must develop a research and service program in expand its curriculum to satisfy Civil Service and plinary Center to include: managing the budget; applications of GIS to complement department military meteorology requirements. The position building partnerships with local industries; subfields. In addition, the ability to do collabora- requires a Ph.D. degree in Geography developing and teaching campus based and tive research with other geoscientists in the areas or a closely related field with specialization in on-line certificate programs in GIS. of meteorology, climatology, geology and/or operational meteorology/atmospheric science. November 22, 2004. Review of candidates geography is essential. Teaching expectations include introductory-, will begin November 23, 2004 and will continue The Department of Geosciences has recently upper-, and graduate-level instruction. The abili- until position is filled. developed undergraduate and graduate curricula ty to teach calculus-based atmospheric dynamics Master degree in related field required; in Geographic Information Systems and made a courses is also required. Research and graduate PhD preferred. Proficiency using remote commitment to the program with the develop- student direction in the field of expertise are sensing and GIS technology required; ability ment of a GIS laboratory. Enrollment in this area expected and are required for advancement. to build partnerships and promote the center is expected to reach 50 students in two years. In Additional desirable qualifications include essential; college level teaching experience addition the department continues to engage in expertise in broadcast meteorology and/or GIS. and extensive training in GIS, remote sensing collaborative projects with MSU’s Engineering The department has ten tenure-track faculty, and on-line course delivery systems preferred. Research Center and the GeoResources Institute. four of whom are geographers, and 12 instructors. Institution: Delta State University is a The department currently has 11 tenure-track B.S. and M.S. degrees are offered in five areas regional university with approximately 4,000 faculty and 14 full-time instructors. B.S. and M.S. of emphasis in the geosciences: meteorology/ students. It is located in Cleveland, Mississippi, degrees are offered. Within geosciences there are 4 climatology, professional geology, geography, and serves as an education and cultural center in areas of emphasis: professional geology, environ- environmental geoscience, and GIS. The depart- the Mississippi Delta. The Interdisciplinary mental geoscience, geography/GIS, and broadcast ment has nationally recognized distance learning Center for Geospatial Information Technology meteorology/climatology. On campus department programs in Broadcast Meteorology, Operational was created through funding from the Robert enrollments include over 150 undergraduate Meteorology, and Teachers in Geoscience.

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Additional meteorological activities include ate courses via distance learning. For more infor- the ADA Coordinator at 573-884-7278 (V/TTY). participation in the National Collegiate Weath- mation regarding the distance learning programs DEC 04-230. er Forecasting Contest and the local Skywarn please visit Committee, Department of Geography, Univer- include the Mississippi State University Clima- Candidates should submit a letter of applica- sity of Missouri, Columbia MO 65211. Email: tology Laboratory, the department’s fully tion, curriculum vitae, and the names and email [email protected]. equipped GIS lab, and the Office of the State addresses of three people who may be contacted Climatologist for Mississippi. for letters of recommendation on-line at the MISSOURI, COLUMBIA 65211. University of Candidates must submit a letter of applica- address below. DEC 04-258. Missouri - Columbia. The Department of Geogra- tion, a curriculum vitae and the names of Apply: . phy invites applications for a tenure-track Assis- three references who may be contacted, on-line Copies of transcripts should be mailed to Dr. tant Professor beginning August 2005. We seek a at http://www.jobs.msstate.edu. Copies of Mike Brown, Search Committee Chair, Depart- Human Geographer whose research and teaching transcripts need to be mailed to the address ment of Geosciences, PO. Box 5448, Mississippi will complement the department’s strengths in below. DEC 04-235. State, MS, 39762-5448. Voice (662) 325-3915. human-environment interaction. The candidate Apply: Dr. Charles L. Wax, Search Committee Email: [email protected]. Screening of should specialize in areas such as political ecology, Chair, Department of Geosciences, P. O. Box 5448, applicants will begin February 1, 2005 and con- human dimensions of environmental change, Mississippi, MS 39762. Voice: (662)325-3915; tinue until the position is filled. Women and sustainable development or land use / land cover E-mail: [email protected]. For more infor- minorities are encouraged to apply. Mississippi change. Individuals whose work includes interna- mation please visit http://www.msstate.edu/dept/ State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal tional dimensions or GIS are particularly encour- geosciences. Screening of applications will begin Opportunity Employer. aged to apply. The faculty member we hire will be January 1, 2005, and continue until the position is strongly committed to developing a program of filled. Mississippi State University is an Affirmative *MISSOURI, COLUMBIA 65203. University outstanding teaching, graduate student mentoring, Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. of Missouri – Columbia, Geospatial Extension and externally-funded research. Ph.D. in Geogra- Specialist beginning January 1, 2005. The posi- phy or closely related discipline is required at the *MISSISSIPPI, MISSISSIPPI STATE 39762. tion’s main responsibilities are to build a statewide time of appointment. Meteorology/GIS Instructor For Geoscience extension program to: 1.) Assist state and local Applicants should send a letter of interest Distance Learning Program. government management teams in implementing describing their research agenda and teaching The Department of Geosciences at Mississippi and using state-of-the art geospatial technologies philosophy, curriculum vitae, and contact infor- State University invites applications for a new and spatially referenced data; 2.) Develop a multi- mation for three references. Review of applica- full-time, non-tenure track instructor (9-month level geospatial educational curriculum through tions will begin November 1, 2004, and continue appointment with additional summer teaching Missouri’s 4-H youth program; and 3.) Provide until the position is filled. . EO/AEE-Women and and salary available and expected) position. An technical assistance to promote geospatial tech- minorities strongly encouraged to apply. M.S. degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Geography nologies as a decision-making tool. For ADA accommodations, please contact our with emphasis in Meteorology. Preference will be This position is a non-tenure track appoint- ADA Coordinator at (573) 884-7278 (V/TTY). given to candidates with knowledge and experi- ment funded through a 3 year USDA Geospatial More information on facilities and programs is ence in Geographic Information Systems. This Extension Grant. The Missouri Geospatial Exten- available on our website at http://www.geog. position is with the Geoscience Distance Learn- sion Specialist will operate under the umbrella of missouri.edu/. NOV 04-191. ing Program and will begin August 2005. University of Missouri Cooperative Extension Apply: Dr. Joe Hobbs, Chair, Search Com- The instructor will be teaching a wide variety of and The College of Arts and Science. The mittee, Department of Geography, University of meteorology, geography, and GIS course in our position will be housed in the Department of Missouri, Columbia MO 65211. Email: HobbsJ@ Teachers in Geosciences, Broadcast Meteorology, Geography’s Geographic Resources Center. Missouri.edu. and Operational Meteorology programs. Courses The minimum qualification is a master’s to be taught may include Introduction to Meteo- degree with doctorate preferred in Geography *MISSOURI, MARYVILLE 64468-600l, rology, Synoptic Meteorology, Thermodynamic or a closely related discipline. Classroom Northwest Missouri State University. Meteorology, Satellite Meteorology, Radar and applied experience with geospatial informa- Assistant Professor of Geography, tenure- Meteorology, Severe Weather, World Geography, tion (GIS, Remote Sensing, GPS), excellent track position. Individual must have a specializa- and Introduction to GIS. An interest in distance communication, leadership skills and experience tion in geo-techniques and teach online master’s learning instruction techniques is essential. working effectively in diverse environments level courses to support the on-line MS in GIS. Extensive computer knowledge and an interest in is required. In addition, the applicant must be able to teach leading summer field courses and teaching Applicants should send a letter of interest traditional courses at both the graduate and under- traditional on-campus courses is highly desirable. describing their geospatial expertise, professional graduate levels. Teaching load is 12 credit hours The Geoscience Distance Learning Programs goals, curriculum vitae, and contact information per trimester. Qualifications include Ph.D. in offer B.S. and M.S. degrees in Geosciences. The for three references. Review of applications will Geography at time of appointment, strong Distance Learning Programs have enrollments of begin November 1, 2004, and continue until the communication skills, commitment to and demon- over 300 undergraduate and over 325 graduate position is filled. EO/AEE – We strongly strated excellence in teaching. Candidate should student majors. The department presently offers encourage women and minorities to apply. To have a strong background in GIS with the ability seventeen undergraduate and twenty-two gradu- request ADA accommodations, please contact to apply these techniques to other geographic

40 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 sub-disciplines. Candidate should have consider- *NEW HAMPSHIRE, HANOVER 03755. graduate programs, including the Doctorate in able experience with ESRI ArcGIS software. Expe- The Latin American, Latino & Caribbean Studies Environmental Management and Passaic River rience with on-line teaching is desirable/preferred. Program at Dartmouth College invites applica- Institute. Ph.D. in Geography or an appropriate Submit a letter of application addressing the tions for an assistant professor, tenure-track field prior to September 1, 2005 required. position and describing personal teaching experi- position in Latino Studies to begin in the fall Additional information about the department is ence and philosophy, transcripts of academic term of the 2005 academic year. We seek to available at http://www.csam.montclair.edu/earth/ work, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching appoint a colleague committed to innovative eesweb. Applications, including a letter indicat- excellence, list of references, and three letters of scholarship and teaching with a primary research ing research and teaching philosophies, recommendation. For more information, see focus on Latino populations in the U.S. The posi- curriculum vitae, and list of five professional ref- www.nwmissouri.edu/hr/JOBS/INDEX.HTM and tion will be a joint appointment in the Latin erences should be sent to the attention of the www.nwmissouri.edu/~geopage. DEC 04-253-1. American, Latino and Caribbean Studies address below. NOV 04-194. Apply: Dr. Gregory Haddock, Geography Program and a Social Science Department Apply: Dr. Rolf Sternberg, Search Committee Search Committee Chair, Department of Geolo- (Anthropology, Geography, History, Govern- Chair (position V F-22), Box C316-V F22, Dept. gy/Geography, Northwest Missouri State Uni- ment, or Sociology). Candidates should hold a of Earth & Environmental Studies, Montclair State versity, 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO Ph.D. or be in the final stages of a Ph.D. pro- University, Montclair, NJ 07043. Review of appli- 64468-6001. Review of applications and support- gram. Applications should be sent to the address cations will begin immediately and continue until ing materials will begin December 30, 2004, and below. DEC 04-248. the position is filled. Montclair State University is continue until the position is filled. Northwest is Apply: Israel Reyes, Chair of Latin American, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employ- an Equal Opportunity Employer. Latino and Caribbean Studies, Dartmouth er. Qualified women, minorities, and individuals College, 6026 Silsby Hall, Hanover, NH 03755. with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NEBRASKA, LINCOLN 68588-0368. The Review of applications will begin on January 15, Department of Geography and Anthropology at 2005. Complete applications should include a NEW YORK, GENESEO 14454. The State the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites letter of interest, a current CV, at least three University of New York College at Geneseo, applications for a Human Geographer special- references, and reprints. Dartmouth is an out- Department of Geography seeks a Physical Geog- izing in Indigenous Peoples. This tenure track standing research institution, where significant rapher for a tenure-track position at the rank of position is at the rank of Assistant Professor start-up awards are provided to every junior Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2005. Ph.D. in and will begin in August 2005. A Ph.D. in faculty member, and where faculty members are Geography by September 2005 is preferred; Geography at the time of appointment is expected to be scholar-teachers of the highest cal- advanced ABD in Geography will be considered. required. The successful candidate will teach iber. Dartmouth has an even distribution of male Requires: broad training in Physical Geography, two courses a semester, including Introductory and female students, and close to a third of its potential for excellent teaching, and demonstrated Human Geography, a regional course in his or undergraduate students are members of minority professional promise. GIS expertise required. her specialty, and courses in indigenous peoples groups. Dartmouth is committed to diversity and Other geotechnical skills desirable. The successful at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. encourages applications from women and minori- candidate will collaborate in the expansion of the That candidate will also develop a research pro- ties. Dartmouth College is an Equal Opportunity, GIS program. Prior fieldwork outside the Americ- gram in indigenous peoples and actively seek Affirmative Action employer. as is desirable. The successful candidate will teach external funding. Women and minorities are introductory and advanced courses and will have encouraged to apply. The Department has a NEW JERSEY, MONTCLAIR 07043. The the opportunity to develop courses in his/her area strong emphasis, in both Anthropology and Department of Earth & Environmental Studies at of specialization. SUNY College at Geneseo is a Geography, in indigenous peoples and a com- Montclair State University seeks a full-time highly selective public liberal arts college with mitment to cultivating the intellectual ground (10-month) tenure-track Assistant Professor approximately 5000 students. The campus is locat- between the two disciplines. Applicants should with expertise in land use and natural resources. ed in the historic village of Geneseo in the Finger submit a letter articulating qualifications, teach- Applicants who can demonstrate research poten- Lakes region of Western New York just south of ing interests and experience, research achieve- tial or experience in metropolitan regions (core Rochester. The college is ranked by several rating ments and goals, and a curriculum vitae with the urban, suburban, and suburbanizing rural areas), services as being among the best public under- names of at least three references by January 15, and interests in social aspects of environmental graduate institutions in the country. 2005. SEP 04-126-4. policy and management are strongly encouraged Please submit a faculty application online, by Apply to: David Wishart, Chair of the Search to apply. Teaching responsibilities include intro- January 14, 2005, at jobs.geneseo.edu and attach Committee, Department of Anthropology and ductory geography, environmental studies, or the following: cover letter, curriculum vitae, evi- Geography, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, urban studies, and upper level and graduate dence of teaching exellence (including evalua- Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0368. The University courses in the applicant’s areas of expertise. tions). Submit three letters of recommendation to of Nebraska is committed to a pluralistic campus Research and teaching capability in GIScience the address below. NOV 04-177. community through affirmative action and are expected. The successful candidate will Apply: Dr. Ren Vasiliev, Search Committee equal opportunity and is responsive to the needs develop a vigorous externally funded research Chair, Department of Geography, 1 College of dual career couples. We assure reasonable program, have a strong commitment to excel- Circle, SUNY Geneseo, Geneseo, NY 14454. accommodation under the Americans with lence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, E-mail: [email protected]. SUNY Geneseo is Disabilities Act; contact Barbara Trail at and participate in developing and expanding an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity (402)472-7934 for assistance. departmental and interdisciplinary research and Employer committed to recruiting, supporting,

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 41 December 2004 and fostering a diverse community of outstanding Hill strongly encourages candidates interested in The successful candidate must be able to teach faculty, staff, and students. Earth Systems Science, Globalization, GISci, courses at the graduate level to support the MS in Social Spaces, Human-Environment to apply. Earth Sciences and the PhD in Infrastructure and *NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10011. Eugene The stipend will be $35,625 per calendar year. Environmental Systems programs at UNC Char- Lang College and The New School, divisions of Health benefits are available. Some funds are lotte. He/she will also complement existing New School University, invite applications for a available for research expenses, including travel. Departmental expertise in the geographic and joint full-time faculty position in Urban Studies. Minority students who will have completed their Earth Sciences relating to environmental studies, We seek an excellent teacher/scholar with doctoral degree no later than July 1, 2005, and no the hydrosphere, surface processes and GIS. expertise in urban political economy, globaliza- earlier than July 1, 2001 are eligible to apply. Review of applications will begin December tion and urban restructuring, urban planning, Preference will be given to U.S. citizens and per- 1, 2004 and continue until the position is filled. and/or urban politics and policy. Specific manent residents. This program is funded by Send: 1) letter of application stating primary research interests may include international the State of North Carolina and places emphasis teaching and research interests, 2) vita, 3) three migration, transnational urbanism, urban social on underrepresented minorities. A complete references to the address given below. Finalists movements, economic liberalization, state trans- application will include curriculum vitae, sample may be asked to send additional materials at a formation, community change and resistance, publications and/or dissertation chapters, a state- later date. AA/EOE. NOV 04-185. among others. The ability to teach a basic urban ment of research plans, three letters of recom- Apply to: Dr. Jerry Ingalls, Chair, Depart- research methods course would be an advantage. mendation, an application and a statement of ment of Geography and Earth Sciences, The Area of geographical specialization is open but why you should be selected for the program. University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 9201 candidates with research interests that extend to Applications can be found at http://research. University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC, 28223- cities outside North America are preferred. Ph.D. unc.edu/red/postdoc.html. If recommendation 0001. Email: [email protected]. in a relevant discipline required. letters accompany application materials they We seek candidates at the level of beginning should be in a sealed envelope. All materials NORTH CAROLINA, CHARLOTTE, 28223- or advanced assistant professor. We are particu- should be sent to the Carolina Postdoctoral Pro- 0001. The University of North Carolina at larly interested in applicants with a commitment gram for Faculty Diversity, Office of the Vice Charlotte, Department of Geography and Earth to innovative teaching in a seminar format, an Chancellor for Research and Economic Develop- Sciences is recruiting an outstanding candidate interest in community-based learning strategies ment, CB# 4000, 312 South Bldg., The Universi- for the Knight Professor of Public Policy to and a willingness to advise undergraduates. ty of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, begin in the Fall term, 2005. The successful can- Send CV, cover letter, one-page statement of N.C. 27599-4000, and must be postmarked by didate will have a distinguished research record teaching philosophy, outline of research program, January 7, 2005. Please forward a copy of appli- including publications and funded research, grad- sample of written work, and three letters of rec- cation to the address below. DEC 04-282. uate teaching and mentorship credentials, and ommendation to the address below. DEC 04-262. Apply: L.E. Band, Department of Geography, the ability to work with colleagues from several Apply: Scott Salmon, Chair, Urban Studies, CB #3220, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3220, or academic departments and the community. The Eugene Lang College, 65 West 11th Street, New [email protected] (Chair, Department of Department seeks a scholar with focus in the area York, NY 10011, or e-mail to: NSUjobs@ Geography). Incomplete or late applications will of urban, regional, or environmental policy. The newschool.edu. Be sure to indicate Search # not be accepted. appointee will be expected to teach three courses 22584 and discipline in subject line. per year, conduct funded research, and direct Only qualified candidates will be contacted. NORTH CAROLINA, CHARLOTTE, 28223- doctoral students. Eugene Lang College and The New School are 0001. The University of North Carolina at Char- The successful candidate will be a core facul- committed to building a diverse community for lotte, Department of Geography and Earth ty member in the interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Pub- learning and teaching. AA/EOE. Sciences invites applications for a full-time tenure- lic Policy, which began in the Fall of 2001 and Applications received by December 15th will track position in Environmental Remote Sensing currently has more than 25 students. The be assured of consideration; however, applica- at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective Fall appointee must have experience and credentials tions will be accepted until the position is filled. 2005. Applicants must have, or be completing a commensurate with the rank of Professor in the Ph.D. in Earth Sciences, Geography, or a closely Department of Geography and Earth Sciences. *NORTH CAROLINA, CHAPEL HILL related field at the time of appointment. The The Knight Distinguished Professorship and the 27599-4000. As part of a continuing commit- applicant is expected to develop an independent endowment derivatives are for an initial term of ment to advance underrepresented scholars in research program, support and mentor graduate five years, renewable for additional terms. higher education, The University of North students and teach remote sensing courses at both Review of applications will begin December Carolina at Chapel Hill is pleased to announce the undergraduate and graduate level in addition 1, 2004 and continue until the position is filled. the availability of 5 positions in the Carolina to an introductory Earth Science course. Send: 1) letter of application stating primary Postdoctoral Program for Faculty Diversity. The Department seeks to hire a scholar with teaching and research interests, 2) vita, 3) three Postdoctoral Scholars will spend essentially full interests in land use change, water resources and references to the address given below. Finalists time on research, but will be allowed to teach no global change at the regional scale. The success- may be asked to send additional materials at a more than one course per year. Applications for ful candidate will be expected to have expertise later date. AA/EOE. NOV 04-183. study in any discipline represented at the Uni- in land cover and land use change analysis, digi- Apply to: Dr. Jerry Ingalls, Chair, Depart- versity are welcome. Department of Geography tal image processing, computational modeling ment of Geography and Earth Sciences, at the University of North Carolina at Chapel and a working knowledge of ArcInfo/ArcGIS The University of North Carolina at Charlotte,

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9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC, NORTH CAROLINA, CHARLOTTE 28223- research and teaching will complement 28223-0001 0001. The University of North Carolina at the Department’s strengths in Urban and/or Charlotte is seeking a senior candidate (Associ- Economic Geography. Teaching interest and NORTH CAROLINA, CHARLOTTE 28223- ate/ Full Professor level) for the position of training in spatial quantitative methods and GIS 0001. The University of North Carolina at Char- Director of the Ph.D. in Public Policy. The applications a plus. The successful candidate will lotte, Department of Geography and Earth Sci- interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Public Policy was initi- be joining a growing and congenial department ences is recruiting a 9-month, tenure-track Assis- ated in 2001 and currently enrolls approximately with a long-standing commitment to teaching, tant or Associate Professor who will also serve as 30 doctoral students. The successful candidate research and service excellence. Candidates must Director for the Center for Applied Geographic must present an excellent record of publication, demonstrate promise of effective teaching and a Information Science (CAGIS) beginning Fall 2005. funded research and teaching, and demonstrate developing research record as evidenced through As a faculty member, the successful candidate will the ability to work effectively with colleagues peer-reviewed publication and competitive teach, conduct research, and contribute to the from several academic departments and commu- research funding. Candidates must be able to Department’s undergraduate program and the Mas- nity leaders. Candidates may have specialties in work well with colleagues, as well as with wider ter’s programs in Geography and in Earth Sciences. any area of public policy. The appointee will be university and urban communities. The successful He/She is expected to teach courses in GIS theory expected to teach two courses per year, conduct candidate will be expected to teach introductory and applications, conduct GIS-related research, funded research, and administer the interdiscipli- to senior level geography courses reflective of and direct student research projects. A Ph.D. in nary Ph.D. in Public Policy. The candidate will their research expertise, as well as graduate level Geography or related field is required. A commit- be eligible for permanent tenure within one of courses for the MA program in Geography and ment to excellence in teaching, research, and the academic departments supporting the Ph.D. the interdisciplinary Public Policy PhD program service is essential. As the director of CAGIS, the in Public Policy program, but in regard to pro- in which the Department is a core participant. successful candidate will promote the role of gram administration will report directly to the Candidates must have the PhD at time of CAGIS by partnerships and research collabora- Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Salary appointment or be able to complete within tions that involve the use of geographic informa- for the position is based on a 12-month contract. the first semester in residence. Candidates should tion technology across geography, earth sciences, For additional information on the Public Policy submit a cover letter, teaching and research and other disciplines. More specifically, he/she is Ph.D. Program, see http://www.uncc.edu/ppol/ statements, and a curriculum vita at least three expected to provide effective leadership for the index.asp. To apply, submit a letter articulating letters of reference. AA/EOE. The Department is CAGIS, initiate and maintain a vigorous externally qualifications, primary and secondary teaching strongly committed to diversity. Women, mem- funded research program, collaborate with other and research interests, plus curriculum vitae to bers of minority groups, and persons with dis- GIS faculty members in the Department, and coor- the address below. NOV 04-180. abilities are encouraged to apply. dinate campus-wide GIS related initiatives in Apply: Chair, Public Policy Director Search Review of applications will begin December research, education, and professional training. Committee, College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s 1, 2004 and continue until the position is filled. The Department has a long-standing teaching Office, The University of North Carolina Char- NOV 04-204. and research emphasis on location analysis and lotte, 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, North Apply to: Dr. Jerry Ingalls, Department of planning, offering a highly applied curriculum for Carolina 28223-0001. Finalists will be asked to Geography and Earth Sciences, UNC Charlotte, over 30 years. It offers Bachelor’s and Master’s send additional materials, such as graduate tran- 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223- programs in Geography and in Earth Sciences and scripts, reprints and three letters of reference at a 0001. Email: [email protected] Department is a principal participant in interdisciplinary Ph.D. later date. Review of applications will begin on website: http://www.geoearth.uncc.edu. programs in Public Policy and in Infrastructure and November 1, 2004 and continue until the position Environmental Systems. In addition to the newly is filled. The University of North Carolina at *NORTH CAROLINA, CULLOWHEE established Center for Applied Geographic Charlotte occupies a 1,000-acre campus on the 28723. Western Carolina University: Remote Information Science, the Department maintains a outskirts of the largest city in the two Carolinas. Sensing. The Natural Resources Management large research and teaching GIS facility, a carto- The university is one of the fastest growing units Program invites applications for a tenure-track graphic laboratory, and two other computational within the 16-campus University of North Caroli- Assistant Professor of Remote Sensing begin- facilities for use by students and faculty. Depart- na System with an enrollment of approximately ning August, 2005. Candidate will develop and mental faculty also directs a long-standing Center 20,000. Almost 20 percent of the student body is deliver courses in the NRM curriculum including for Transportation Policy Studies. enrolled in the graduate programs. The University introductory and advanced remote sensing, and Review of applications will begin December of North Carolina at Charlotte is an affirmative the University’s liberal studies program. Ph.D. 1, 2004 and continue until the position is filled. action/equal opportunity employer and complies required by date of appointment. Applicants are Send: 1) letter of application stating primary fully with the Immigration Reform and Control required to have training and experience with teaching and research interests, 2) vita, 3) three Act of 1986. current remote sensing software and in applied references to the address given below. Finalists remote sensing in one or more aspects of natural may be asked to send additional materials at a later NORTH CAROLINA, CHARLOTTE, 28223- resources management. Applicants must demon- date. AA/EOE. NOV 04-184. 0001. The Department of Geography and Earth strate a commitment to excellence in teaching Apply to: Dr. Jerry Ingalls, Chair, Department Sciences at UNC Charlotte invites applications and research at the undergraduate level. of Geography and Earth Sciences, The University for a nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Profes- University teaching experience preferred. To of North Carolina at Charlotte, 9201 University sor position beginning August 2005. We seek a apply submit a statement of teaching philosophy, City Blvd., Charlotte, NC, 28223-0001. broadly-trained Human Geographer whose teaching and research interests and experience,

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CV, and contact information for three referees to programs. Willingness to teach at the undergrad- applications for a tenure-track position at the the address below. DEC 04-271. uate level in the areas of earth science or envi- Assistant Professor rank in Cartography/ Geo- Apply: L. Kolenbrander, Geosciences and Nat- ronmental planning is also desired. graphic Visualization beginning Fall, 2005. We ural Resources Management Department, Western Geography at UNCG is an expanding pro- are seeking a faculty member who can work in Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723. gram with a diverse faculty committed to teach- an interdisciplinary environment, is committed Application review will begin January 15, 2005 ing, research, and service. Its’ Piedmont location to excellent teaching, and who promises to and continue until position is filled. The Univer- is easily accessible to the Appalachian Highlands make substantial contributions in research with sity is an equal opportunity employer and encour- and the Atlantic Coast. the expectation to secure external funding. The ages applications from women and minorities. Applicants should send a statement outlining Ohio University Cartographic Center, housed Visit http://www.wcu.edu for further information their current research program and teaching within the Department of Geography, offers a about the University and this position. experience, a curriculum vitae providing evi- wide range of resources to support this position dence for that statement, and the names of three and to sustain an active research agenda. For NORTH CAROLINA, GREENSBORO referees with full contact information. Reviews this position, the successful candidate must 27402-6170. The Department of Geography of will begin January 18, 2005 and continue until hold a Ph.D. in Geography and demonstrate the University of North Carolina at Greensboro the position is filled. NOV 04-176. research and teaching expertise in the area of invites applications from scholars with strong Apply: Michael E. Lewis, Search Committee geo-visualization and the interface between records of research for a position in Geographic Chair, Department of Geography, P.O. Box cartography and geographic information sci- Information Science or Urban Geography. Rank 26170, University of North Carolina at Greens- ence. Secondary background that complements is open. The successful applicant will have a boro, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170. Internet existing departmental strengths in human/ record that combines excellence in publishing [email protected]. Additional information can environmental interaction, urban analysis, and and teaching with a demonstrated ability to be found at www.uncg.edu/geo. EEO/AA. resource management is highly desirable. obtain external funding. The completed application must include a Geography at UNCG has grown from a B.A. *OHIO, ATHENS 47501-2979. Ohio Uni- letter of application, vita, copies of transcripts, program to a comprehensive, doctoral-granting versity. The Department of Geography invites evidence of research and teaching experience, program during the last decade. The traditional applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor and three letters of reference. For more informa- strengths of the geography department at UNCG staring Fall, 2005. Applicants must have tion please visit us online at www.ohio.edu/ have been the application of GIS techniques and research experience and expertise in Africa and geography. Ohio University is an affirmative urban-economic geography at various scales. Our must be able to teach advanced undergraduate action/equal opportunity employer that strives to university is a comprehensive, doctoral-granting and graduate courses. Preference will be given enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty. institution of higher learning. It is home to over to candidates with a specialization in medical Review of applications will begin on January 20, 15,000 students and is located in a metropolitan geography, environment, development, or who 2005. DEC 04-280. area of over one million people in central North will contribute to our existing strengths in Apply: Dr. Ronald Isaac, Chair, Department Carolina. Applicants should send a statement out- Geography. We are interested in hiring a of Geography, Ohio University, Athens, OH lining their current research and teaching experi- faculty member who is committed to excellent 45701-2979. Voice 740-593-1138. Fax 740-593- ence, a curriculum vitae, and the names of three teaching, and can make an interdisciplinary 1139. E-mail [email protected]. referees with full contact information. Reviews will contribution with the African Studies Program, begin January 18, 2005 and continue until the www.ohio.edu/african, which is a National *OHIO, COLUMBUS 43210-1361. The position is filled. NOV 04-205. Resource Center (Title VI). Ph.D. in Geography Ohio State University. Assistant Professor Apply: D. Gordon Bennett, Search Commit- desired; ABD in Geography considered. [full-time, tenure-track faculty member]. The tee Chair, Department of Geography, P.O. Box The completed application must include a Department of Geography announces the 26170, University of North Carolina at Greens- letter of application, vita, copy of transcripts, and availability of a new position in addition to the boro, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170. Internet evidence of research and teaching experience. advertised openings appearing in JIG October [email protected]. Additional information can Please have three referees forward a letter of 2004 [cf GIS-05, HUM-05 and PSE-05]. This be found at www.uncg.edu/geo. EEO/AA. professional recommendation. Visit us online at opening is in the area of spatial analysis methods www.ohio.edu/geography. Ohio University is an [SAM-05]. We wish to hear from individuals NORTH CAROLINA, GREENSBORO affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with exceptional research records and potential 27402-6170. The Department of Geography of that strives to enhance its ability to develop a for integration to other thematic areas. These the University of North Carolina at Greensboro diverse faculty. Review of applications will begin goals might be met through either strengthening invites applications from scholars with strong on February 1, 2005 and continue until the intra-departmental linkages or through building records of teaching and field based research for a position is filled. DEC 04-279. connections to other departments. position in physical geography. Rank is open. Apply: Dr. Ronald Isaac, Chair, Department In particular the Department of Geography The best fit for our department will be candidates of Geography, Ohio University, Athens, OH seeks an individual with expertise in spatial with principle expertise in biogeography and sec- 45701-2979. Voice 740-593-1138. Fax 740-593- statistics, exploratory spatial data analysis, ondary interests in weather and climate, or envi- 1139. E-mail [email protected]. and GIScience. Substantive interests in spatial ronmental studies. The successful applicant will data uncertainty, urban issues, or environmental develop a research program and graduate level *OHIO, ATHENS 47501-2979. Ohio Uni- science are desirable. With appropriate courses that contribute to our M.A. and Ph.D versity. The Department of Geography invites qualifications, this posting may result in a joint

44 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 appointment in the Department of Geography Certified Planners are particularly encouraged apply. The successful candidate is expected to [75%] and in the Department of Statistics [25%]. to apply. The successful candidate is expected have an established record of research and schol- A Ph.D. in Geography or a closely related to have an established record of research and arship in the areas described above, and will field is required at the time of appointment. scholarship, will be expected to assist the be expected to participate in the department’s Demonstrated excellence in teaching and department in its planning accreditation efforts, Geographic Information Science and Applied research is required. A Masters degree (or equiv- and will engage in community and university Geographics (GISAG) Center in both a research alent) in Statistics is also desired and is required outreach efforts. capacity and in outreach efforts directed at region- in the case of a joint appointment. The Department of Geography and Planning al development in Northwest Ohio. In the case of a joint appointment with has an applied orientation with approximately The Department of Geography and Planning statistics, research is expected to be in one of the 40 MA level graduate students, 35 undergradu- has an applied orientation with approximately 40 areas of hierarchical or Bayesian spatial statistical ate majors, and a very successful community MA level graduate students, 38 undergraduate modeling, spatial econometrics, geostatistics, based internship program. The Department is a majors, and a very successful community based and/or spatial pattern analysis. Participation in member of the Association of Collegiate internship program. The Department is a the Department of Statistics’ Program in Spatial Schools of Planning. The Department has an member of the Association of Collegiate Schools Statistics and Environmental Sciences is expect- active research agenda with external funding of Planning. The Department has an active ed. For more information on the SSES Program, exceeding $2.5 million in the last two years. research agenda with external funding exceeding see http://www.stat.ohio-state.edu/~sses/index. The University of Toledo is a Carnegie $2.5 million in the last two years. The depart- html or contact its Director, Noel Cressie Research Extensive comprehensive state institu- ment’s GISAG Center provides the focus for ([email protected]). Information on tion enrolling approximately 20,000 students interdisciplinary research with other academic the Department of Statistics may be found at with an attractive main campus located in a units that include Earth, Ecological and Environ- http://www.stat.ohio-state.edu. suburban setting. The city of Toledo has a rich mental Sciences, Civil and Environmental The Ohio State University is an Equal cultural life including the renowned Toledo Engineering, Economics, Business Administration Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Museum of Art, as well as an excellent zoo, and Political Science. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals symphony orchestra, metropolitan park system, The University of Toledo is a Carnegie with different abilities are encouraged to apply. public library system, and science museum. Research Extensive comprehensive state Letter of application, complete CV, graduate Please send letter of application, curriculum institution enrolling approximately 20,000 transcripts, statement of professional interests vitae, and arrange to have at least three letters students with an attractive main campus located and accomplishments, three letters of reference, of reference sent. Application materials will in a suburban setting. The city of Toledo has a and selected papers (published, forthcoming, be reviewed beginning 15 January, 2005 and rich cultural life including the renowned Toledo submitted) should be sent to the address below. will continue until the position is filled. The Museum of Art, as well as an excellent zoo, DEC 04-233. Department encourages applications from symphony orchestra, metropolitan park system, Apply: Morton E. O’Kelly, Chair; Depart- minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. public library system, and science museum. ment of Geography; The Ohio State University; The University of Toledo is an Affirmative Please send letter of application, curriculum 154 North Oval Mall; Columbus, Ohio 43210- Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. vitae, and arrange to have at least three letters of 1361. Tel: 614-292-2514; FAX 614-292-6213; DEC 04-225. reference sent. Application materials will be e-mail [email protected]; Department home page Apply: Dr. Patrick Lawrence, Chair, Search reviewed beginning 15 January, 2005 and will http://www.geography.ohio-state.edu. Review of Committee, Department of Geography and continue until the position is filled. The Depart- the materials will begin January 15, 2005. Planning, 2801 West Bancroft Street. Voice ment encourages applications from minorities, 419-530-4128: Fax 419-530-7919. Internet: women, and persons with disabilities. The *OHIO, TOLEDO 43606. The Department of [email protected]. University of Toledo is an Affirmative Geography and Planning invites applications for Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. a tenure-track appointment at the level of Assis- *OHIO, TOLEDO 43606. The Department of DEC 04-226. tant Professor starting August 2005. Ph.D. in Geography and Planning invites applications for Apply: Dr. Peter S. Lindquist, Chair, Depart- Geography, Planning, or related discipline a tenure-track appointment starting August, ment of Geography and Planning, 2801 West required at time of appointment. The successful 2005. Open Rank. Ph.D. in Geography, Plan- Bancroft Street. Voice 419-530-4287: Fax 419- candidate will have the opportunity to partici- ning, or related discipline required at time of 530-7919. Internet: [email protected]. pate in the planning, implementation, research application. The successful candidate will have and teaching in support of a proposed Ph.D. the opportunity to participate in the planning, *OHIO, TOLEDO 43606. The University of program in the spatial social sciences at The implementation, research and teaching in sup- Toledo invites applications for a tenure-track University of Toledo. port of a proposed Ph.D. program in the spatial appointment in geography at the rank of Assis- Urban Planner or Urban Geographer with social sciences at The University of Toledo. tant Professor, beginning August, 2005. Ph.D. in teaching and research interests in one or more Urban/Economic Geographer with teaching geography or related discipline required at the of the following areas: urban environments, land and research interests in each of the following time of application (December, 2004). The suc- use planning, urban design, and community areas: GIS, regional development, quantitative cessful candidate will play a critical role in the economic development planning. Applicants methods, urban and economic geography. Candi- planning, implementation, research and teaching with additional expertise in quantitative meth- dates with a background and experience urban and in support of a new Ph.D. program in the spatial ods and members of the American Institute of regional planning are particularly encouraged to social sciences; expertise in analysis and modeling

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 45 December 2004 of spatial social science issues and expertise in the regional planning is desirable. This is a new range of specializations will be considered, but processing of spatial data is required. tenure line position to augment and expand the ideal candidate will have specific training in The program will focus on the spatial dimen- the research and teaching capabilities of the rural land-use planning as applied to the United sion of human and social dynamics, including Department in these sub-disciplines. The select- States as well as international research experi- interaction of individuals and society, governed individual will be required to teach/develop ence. Because the state of Oregon is a national ment, and market participants. This position will courses in their area of expertise, as well as in leader in comprehensive land-use planning, this be housed in the Department of Geography and appropriate lower division courses offered within position offers a dynamic scholar and teacher Planning that will maintain responsibility for the Department. Excellence in instruction is unusual opportunities to provide leadership evaluation of research, teaching and service. In required. It is also expected that the successful in applied research at the state, national, and addition, this position will involve active collab- candidate will have or develop a strong extramu- international levels in resource management and oration in funded research at the university’s rally-funded research agenda in transport geogra- policy for earth, aquatic, and marine resources Geographic Information Science and Applied phy or a closely related area. Opportunities for and for climate. Candidates must have a PhD in Geographics Center in partnership with an inter- collaborative research with current faculty in the geography or a closely related field. Preferred disciplinary team from the departments of Department and throughout the campus exist, qualifications include a demonstrable commit- Economics, Geography & Planning, Political and the candidate will be able to collaborate ment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Science & Public Administration, and Anthropol- through existing research ties with local state Submit a letter of application describing your ogy & Sociology. agencies and private organizations with which research interests, teaching experience, qualifica- The candidate should have expertise in the- the Department has strong ties. OSU co-hosts tions for this position, CV, and the names of oretical, methodological and applied aspects of the multi-disciplinary Oklahoma Transportation three references (with contact information) to geographic information science, including GIS, Center (Engineering, Geography, Business, etc.), the address below. DEC 04-274. remote sensing, spatial analysis, and environ- and this individual will be expected to take on a Apply: Dr. Dawn Wright, Search Committee mental geography. Successful candidates would significant role in this effort. Chair, Dept. of Geosciences, 104 Wilkinson have a commitment to: an active research OSU Geography is a doctoral-granting Hall, Corvallis, OR 97331-5506. Fax: 541-737- program; publishing research in internationally department housed in the College of Arts and 1200, Voice: 541-737-1229. E-mail: petersom@ recognized journals; attracting external research Sciences, and currently has 12 tenure-line facul- geo.orst.edu. For full consideration, apply by Jan- funding; research supervision of graduate stu- ty, 60 undergraduate majors, and 45 graduate uary 15, 2005. dents; and developing effective University students. OSU is a Land Grant University with a Oregon State University is an Affirmative teaching at all levels which includes directing student population of approximately 23,000. Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a undergraduate research. Stillwater is an attractive community of 40,000 policy of being responsive to the needs of dual Please send letter of application, curriculum equidistant from Tulsa and Oklahoma City. career couples. For more information about OSU vitae, transcripts, evidence of teaching effective- Further information on the department is avail- and Corvallis, see http://oregonstate.edu/. ness, and arrange to have at least three letters of able at http://www.geog.okstate.edu. reference sent. Applications via e-mail will not be Applicants must submit a letter of application, PENNSYLVANIA, BLOOMSBURG 17815- accepted. Letter of application should outline curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference by 1301. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. candidate’s interest in spatially integrated social January 15, 2005. Women and minority candi- The Department of Geography and Geosciences. science and potential contributions to proposed dates are strongly encouraged to apply. EO/AAE. Instructor/Assistant Professor (AA#41-4-38), Ph.D. program. Review of applications will begin DEC 04-251. full-time tenure track faculty position starting on December 15, 2004 and will continue until Apply: Dr. Dale Lightfoot, Head, Department August 2005. Candidates should demonstrate a position is filled. Applications from minorities, of Geography, Oklahoma State University, commitment to teaching excellence at the under- women and persons with disabilities are encour- Stillwater, OK 74078-4073. Voice: 405-744- graduate level, and will be expected to teach aged. The University of Toledo is an Affirmative 6250. FAX: 405-744-5620. E-Mail: drlight@ courses focusing primarily on human geography Action/Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. okstate.edu. and environmental studies, and advanced under- DEC 04-243. graduate electives in the candidate’s specializa- Apply to Chair, Social Science Cluster Search *OREGON, CORVALLIS. Oregon State Uni- tion, such as recreation, tourism, and sport, Committee, C/O Department of Geography and versity. The Department of Geosciences seeks to and/or environmental hazards. Preference will be Planning, University of Toledo, Mail Stop 932, hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor in given to those who can utilize GIS in the class- Toledo, OH 43606-3390. Fax 419-530-7919. resource geography/land-use planning. room as a teaching tool, and add to the depart- For further information consult http://www. We are searching for an outstanding scholar ment’s GIS course offerings. An ability to conduct spatialsocialscience.utoledo.edu. and teacher who will support undergraduate a research agenda that includes scholarly publica- and graduate instruction in the department’s tions is expected. A Ph.D. in Geography, or relat- *OKLAHOMA, STILLWATER 74078-4073. Geography Program including some combina- ed discipline, by time of appointment is pre- Oklahoma State University. The Department of tion of land-use policy, planning, resource use, ferred, but exceptional applicants that are A.B.D. Geography invites applications for the tenure- regional geography, and courses appropriate to will be considered. line position of Assistant Professor. We are the candidate’s areas of specialization. The Demonstrated ability to work with diverse searching for a geographer specializing in successful candidate’s research will contribute to populations is also required. Transportation Geography with strong abilities at least one of the department’s focal areas Finalists for this position must communicate in GIS. A secondary interest in city/urban/ (see http://geo.oregonstate.edu/research.htm). A well and successfully complete an interview

46 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 and/or teaching demonstration. Recommenda- the applicant’s field of expertise. For additional AAG1204, Millersville University. P.O. Box tion for hiring is needed by the majority of the program information see our Web page at http:// 1002, Millersville, PA 17551-0302. http:// regular, full-time dept. faculty. www.fandm.edu/Departments/Environmental muweb.millersville.edu/~geograph/. Bloomsburg University is committed to Studies/esp.html. Applicants should have a An EO/AA Institution. www.millersville.edu. AA/EOE. Persons of color, women, and all other Ph.D. in environmental policy or a related field protected class members are encouraged to and teaching experience. A commitment to *PENNSYLVANIA, SLIPPERY ROCK 16057. apply. For full consideration, applicants should undergraduate education, a strong program of Slippery Rock University is seeking applicants for submit a letter of application, resume, official scholarly research, and active engagement in a a tenure-track Assistant Professor with expertise transcripts, and three letters of recommendation dynamic department are important. Send a letter in cartography in the Department of Geography, postmarked by January 7, 2005. NOV 04-186. of application, including a statement of teaching Geology, and the Environment beginning Sep- Apply: Chair of Geography Search Commit- and research interests and a description of tember 2005. The department consists of 13 tee, Department of Geography & Geosciences, strengths you would bring to the Department, faculty and approximately 110 undergraduate Bloomsburg University, 400 E. Second St., curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate tran- majors and offers programs in environmental sci- Bloomsburg, PA 17815-1301. scripts, and three letters of recommendation to ence and studies, geography, and geology. the address below. NOV 04-168. Qualifications: ABD in Geography required *PENNSYLVANIA, EDINBORO 16444. The Apply: Dr. Carol de Wet, Chair, Dept of (PhD must be completed by August 2005). Broad Department of Geosciences at Edinboro Univer- Earth and Environment, Franklin & Marshall Col- training, with expertise in cartography and the abil- sity of Pennsylvania invites applications for a lege, Lancaster, PA 17604-3003 (carol.dewet@ ity to apply them to environmental concerns are tenure-track, Instructor/Assistant Professor posi- fandm.edu). Review of completed applications required. Successful performance in an on-campus tion in Applied GIS/Cartography #35011131 will begin December 1, 2004. interview, including a teaching presentation, is also beginning Fall 2005. Teaching duties will include Franklin & Marshall College is a highly selec- required. Expertise in planning preferred. cartography, GIS, and quantitative methods/ tive liberal arts college with a demonstrated com- Responsibilities: Teach Cartography I and spatial analysis, as well as upper division courses mitment to cultural pluralism through the hiring II, planning, introductory courses, and potential in the candidate’s area of expertise. of women and minorities. EOE/AA development of advanced courses in area of A Ph.D. in geography or related field is expertise. Demonstrate excellent teaching expected (ABD considered). Open to any spe- *PENNSYLVANIA, MILLERSVILLE 17551- and maintain an active program of research, cialization that will complement the program’s 0302. Geography Department. Assistant including peer-reviewed publication, mentor existing strengths. Preference will be given to the Professor, full-time, tenure-track beginning undergraduate student research and participate applicant who demonstrates a willingness and August 2005. in university service and student advising. ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary facul- Human geographer to teach four undergradu- Teaching load is 4 courses per semester, which ty/student teaching and research initiatives. ate classes per semester (two or three different includes 3 preparations. Salary: very competitive; commensurate with courses). Additional responsibilities include ongo- Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, state- experience. DEC 04-257. ing professional/scholarly activity and service to ment of research and teaching interests, graduate Deadline: Applications must be postmarked the department, university, and/or community. and undergraduate transcripts (official transcripts January 31, 2005. Application Procedure: Appli- Required: ABD in geography with specializa- required before hiring) and the names, addresses cations should be submitted to Dr. Eric Randall, tion in health geography from a human-environ- (postal and email) and phone numbers of three Dean of Science, Management and Technology, mental perspective and with a regional specialty references to the address below. DEC 04-272. Arts and Sciences Center, Edinboro University of in Latin America and/or Asia. (All requirements Apply: Jack Livingston, Search Chair, Pennsylvania, Edinboro, PA 16444. Visit our web for the Ph.D. must be completed by the time of Department of Geography, Geology, and the page at www.edinboro.edu. AA/EOE. re-appointment to the third year.) Must show Environment, Slippery Rock University, Slippery ability to teach World Regional Geography; Rock, PA 16057, Phone: 724-738-2897, Fax: 724- PENNSYLVANIA, LANCASTER 17604-3003. provide evidence of commitment to teaching, 738-4762, Email: [email protected]. The Department of Earth and Environment at scholarly growth, and service. Must have suc- Review of applications will begin January 31, Franklin & Marshall College invites applications cessful interview and teaching demonstration. 2005 and continue until position is filled. for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Preferred: Ph.D. in geography in the above Slippery Rock University of PA is a member of Professor level, beginning Fall 2005. The specialties, GIS skills, teaching experience, and the State System of Higher Education and is an Department offers majors in Geoscience, Envi- good record of scholarship. Favorable teaching affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. ronmental Science and Environmental Studies. evaluations, as applicable. Visit our web page at www.sru.edu. The successful candidate will integrate his or her Full consideration given to applications expertise into the interdisciplinary curriculum, received by January 15, 2005. Send letter of appli- PENNSYLVANIA, UNIVERSITY PARK with emphasis on Environmental Studies. The cation addressing qualifications, a description of 16802. Assistant or Associate Professor of candidate will teach an introductory course in your teaching philosophy, syllabi for classes, evi- Geography (GI Science). Penn State. environmental studies, an intermediate level dence of scholarly activity, curriculum vitae, and Tenure track faculty position for an advanced course in environmental policy, the capstone the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three Assistant or Associate Professor in GIScience with course for the major, and a contribution to the references to the address below. DEC 04-260. an emphasis on spatial analysis/modeling. Out- College’s general education program, “Founda- Apply: Dr. Kathleen V. Schreiber, Search standing applicants at a higher rank will tions”. Other possible teaching includes topics in Committee Chair, Geography Department/ also be considered. We are interested in candidates

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 47 December 2004 who will complement and strengthen the about the Department can be found at: TEXAS, COLLEGE STATION 77843-3147. GIScience—teaching and research program—in http://www3.sdstate.edu/Academics/College Texas A&M University. The Department of the Department of Geography. GIScience OfArtsAndScience/Geography. Geography invites applications for a tenured Pro- research in the department is directed Please send an application letter, vita, copies fessor of Geography with expertise in water and coordinated by GeoVISTA (www.geovista. of transcripts, and three letters of reference by resources or watershed processes. The success- psu.edu), a departmental GIScience/Geovisualiza- December 1, 2004 to the address below. NOV ful applicant will be expected to take a leading ton research center with five associated depart- 04-193. role in shaping the department’s growing mental faculty and nine faculty affiliates from Apply: Dr. Charles F. Gritzner, Chair, Search environmental program and to participate in the departments across the University Park campus. Committee, Department of Geography, Box 504, University’s graduate program in water resources. Candidates with research expertise in any area of SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688- This position is part of the University’s faculty GIScience, Spatial Analysis and Spatial Modeling 4511. hiring initiative that over four years will increase will be considered and we have particular interest SDSU is an AA/EEO employer and encour- the size of the geography faculty by five and the in receiving applications from candidates whose ages applications from women and minorities. College of Geosciences faculty (in which the research contributes to problem resolution in the ADA accommodations: 605-688-4394. department is located) by 20 (see http:// fields of health and the environment, global geosciences.tamu.edu for the College’s Vision change, or urban systems, broadly defined. A *TEXAS, ARLINGTON 76019-0588. The 2020 Faculty Investment Plan). Over this time willingness to participate as an advisor or instruc- School of Urban and Public Affairs (SUPA) at period, 447 new faculty will be hired at the Uni- tor in the Professional Masters of Geographic the University of Texas at Arlington invites versity. The successful applicant must have a Information Systems (MGIS) distance learning applications for a tenure-track faculty position proven record of, and strong commitment to, program is desirable. Excellence in teaching, at the Assistant Professor level with expertise in excellence in teaching and research and have research, and service is expected, as is the Urban Geography beginning Fall 2005. Interest demonstrated ability to secure external funding. development of an extramurally funded research in population and/or economic issues in metro- Candidates should submit a letter of applica- program. Applicants should submit: 1) a letter politan areas, as well as knowledge of tion, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses describing how they would contribute to the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tech- (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to Department’s teaching and research program; nologies and programming language a plus. the address below. NOV 04-223. 2) a complete curriculum vitae; 3) a maximum of Applicants must have completed their doctorate Apply: Dr. Robert S. Bednarz, Search Com- five reprints; and 4) the names and addresses in Geography, Planning, or a related field by mittee Chair, Department of Geography, Texas (including e-mail and fax) of three to five referees. Sept. 1, 2005. The School is especially interest- A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843- Review of applications will begin December 15, ed in candidates who have an established 3147. Review of applications will begin on 15 2004, but applications will be accepted until the research record with interest in working in a January 2005 and continue until the position is position is filled. multidisciplinary environment as well as a com- filled. Candidates need not hold the position of Applications from women and under repre- mitment to community service. professor at the time of application but must have sented groups are encouraged. NOV 04-182. The School offers excellent teaching and qualifications appropriate for appointment at the Apply: Dr. Alan H. Taylor, Chair, Search research support, and its location in the heart of full professor rank. Texas A&M University is an Committee, Department of Geography, The the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area pro- Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Pennsylvania State University, Pos #: X-18582, vides an ideal urban laboratory for research The University is dedicated to the goal of build- 302 Walker Building, University Park, PA 16802 and community service. The School, with an ing a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and Phone: (814) 865-3433; Fax: (814) 863-7943; interdisciplinary faculty of 19, offers five gradu- staff committed to teaching and working in a E-mail: [email protected]. ate degrees including: Ph.D. in Urban and multicultural environment. We strongly encour- Penn State University is committed to affir- Public Administration, Ph.D. in Urban Planning age applications from women, underrepresented mative action, equal opportunity, and the diversi- and Public Policy, Masters in Urban Affairs, ethnic groups, and individuals with disabilities. ty of its workforce. Masters in Public Administration, and Masters in City and Regional Planning. *TEXAS, DALLAS 75083-0688. The Depart- SOUTH DAKOTA, BROOKINGS 57007. Letter of application indicating research and ment of Geosciences at The University of Texas South Dakota State University, Brookings teaching interests, vitae, and three letters of rec- at Dallas (UTD) seeks a new tenure-track facul- County. The Department of Geography at ommendation should be sent to the address ty member at the rank of assistant professor in SDSU invites applications for a term appoint- below. DEC 04-247. the area of Geoinformatics, although more sen- ment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The Apply: Dr. Jianling Li, Chair, Search Commit- ior candidates may be considered. This person position begins August 2005 and is renewable tee, School of Urban and Public Affairs, Box will help anchor our Ph.D. programs in Geo- annually based on availability of funding. 19588, The University of Texas at Arlington, sciences and especially Geographic Information Responsibilities include teaching four three Arlington, TX 76019-0588. Review of applications Sciences, an interdisciplinary initiative present- credit courses per semester in introductory and will begin on December 15, 2004. Applications ly at the M.S. and expected soon to be at the upper geography area. An earned Ph.D. in received by December 15, 2004 will be given first Ph.D. level, a unique program shared by UTD’s Geography and ability to teach Introduction to consideration although we will continue to accept Schools of Natural Science and Math, Social Physical Geography and World Regional Geog- applications after that date. The University of Sciences, and Engineering and Computer raphy required. For full list of qualifications, Texas at Arlington is an Equal Opportunity/Affir- Science. We anticipate rapid growth in this area. visit jobs.sdstate.edu. Detailed information mative Action Employer. We look for a scientist with strong geoinformatic

48 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 skills and a keen interest to apply these to Earth’s TEXAS, DENTON 76203-5279. University of recruiting stellar candidates from a diverse pool rapidly changing surface, for example geospatial North Texas, P.O. Box 305279. Tenure-track, including women, minorities, veterans and information systems, frontier fields of remote Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2005. The persons with disabilities. USU offers competitive sensing, 3-D digital geology and multi-dimen- Department of Geography seeks an individual salaries and outstanding medical, retirement and sional, time lapse studies of surface or near-sur- with demonstrated potential for excellence professional benefits. face change. Research focus in fundable areas, in teaching and research in applied economic Applicants should submit a cover letter such as environmental and hydrogeological geography. Preference will be given to describing their present research and teaching studies, hydrology, geomorphology, neotecton- candidates with interests in one or more of the interests and experience, along with copies of any ics, land cover- land use, and planetary following areas: market area and/or location relevant publications, and a current resume with geoinformatics, is expected. The successful analysis, retail or commercial real estate analysis, the names, addresses, phone numbers and candidate will teach both undergraduate and smart growth, or transportation geography. e-mail addresses of three references. Screening graduate courses in their area of specialization Ability to apply GIS and related techniques to will begin on 01 January 2005 and continue until and will supervise and help supervise M.S. research and teaching, and a capacity to work a successful candidate is found. DEC 04-277. and Ph.D. students, and is expected to start in effectively in a dynamic, interdisciplinary For additional information, please contact: Dr. Fall 2005. environment, is also required. Teaching responsi- Clifford B. Craig, Search Committee Chair, UTD is a rapidly growing public university, bilities will include developing a new course(s) Department of Environment and Society, College with a talented student body of about 14,000 that bridge existing offerings in economic and of Natural Resources, Utah State University, with mean entering freshmen SAT of >1200. urban geography, and existing courses relating Logan, UT 84322-5215. 435-797-1370 (phone), We emphasize science and technology educa- to the individual’s expertise. PhD required at time 435-797-4048 (fax). e-mail: [email protected]. tion and presently graduate the most students of appointment. See www.geog.unt.edu for with computer science degrees in the nation. more information about the department. Send *VERMONT, MIDDLEBURY 05753. Middle- UTD is situated in the NE part of the application letter including teaching philosophy bury College seeks a Visiting Instructor (ABD) Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, with five million and research interests, curriculum vita, teaching or a Visiting Assistant Professor (Ph.D) for a one inhabitants and five major universities (UTD, evaluations, and three letters of reference to the year leave replacement. We seek a broadly UT-Arlington, Texas Christian University. above address. UNT is an AA/ADA/EOE. NOV trained human geographer who can teach the Southern Methodist University, and University 04-211. department’s senior seminar in geographical of North Texas). thought and research design and who can Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. at *UTAH, LOGAN 84322-5215. The Depart- contribute to the GIS/cartography curriculum. the time of appointment and to have a strong ment of Environment and Society, located in In addition, the candidate may teach courses in commitment to building an externally funded the College of Natural Resources at Utah State his or her areas of specialization. A strong com- research program as well as excellence in teach- University, invites applications for a full-time mitment to undergraduate education is essential. ing of undergraduate, M.S. and Ph.D. students. (9-month), tenure-track position in Human Please send a letter of application, curriculum This is one of several positions we anticipate Geography or closely related field at the Assis- vitae, and three letters of recommendation at filling over the next few years due to impending tant Professor level, with expertise in an area of least two of which address teaching ability by retirements. The successful candidate will play an social science relevant to the human dimensions January 10, 2005. Middlebury College is an equal important role in shaping the department during of natural resources and/or the environment. A opportunity employer, committed to hiring a this transition. Applications, including statement Ph.D. at time of appointment is required. diverse faculty to complement the increasing of research and teaching objectives, curriculum A strong interest in the sustainability of human diversity of the student body. DEC 04-266. vitae, and contact information for three and natural systems is desirable, along with Apply: Tamar Mayer, Chair, Department of references should be sent to the address below. competence in GIS or automated cartography. Geography, Middlebury College, Middlebury, DEC 04-331. Applicants must have a strong commitment to VT 05753. Apply: Academic Search #2070, The Univer- undergraduate and graduate education, along sity of Texas at Dallas, P.O. Box 830688, M/S AD with an extramurally-funded interdisciplinary *VIRGINIA, FAIRFAX 22030. Assistant or 23, Richardson, TX 75083-0688. Indication of research agenda leading to refereed publications. Associate Professor of Geography. The Depart- sex and ethnicity for affirmative action statistical Teaching will include introductory courses ment of Geography at George Mason Universi- purposes is requested as part of the application in World Regional Geography and upper- ty’s Fairfax campus, seeks applications for a new but not required. Informal inquiries can also be division/graduate-level courses in the candidate’s tenure track position in socio-economic or made directly to [email protected]. Applica- area of expertise. Service to the university and urban systems geography. Preference will be tions must be received before February 15, 2005 professional community commensurate with the given to candidates whose interests enhance the to receive fullest consideration. For more land grant mission of the university is expected. existing programs of teaching and research in the information, see: http://www.utdallas.edu/dept/ Utah State University is a Carnegie Research department. Further details can be found on the geoscience/. Doctoral Extensive University, an affirmative department’s web site: http://geog.gmu.edu. UTD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportuni- action/equal opportunity employer, and was George Mason University, the largest university ty Employer that is committed to fostering diver- recently chosen as a National Science Founda- in Virginia, enjoys a proximity to the many sity in its student body, faculty and staff, and sci- tion ADVANCE Gender Equity Program resources of the nation’s capital region. entists of diverse backgrounds are strongly recipient. The University is sensitive to the needs Application should include a cover letter encouraged to apply. of duel-career applicants and dedicated to stating teaching and research experience, and

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 49 December 2004 present fields of interest and activity; a current invites applications for a tenure track position at undergraduates and graduates in their research; CV; and contact information for at least three ref- the assistant professor level, beginning 9/05. and 4) have the potential for securing grant/con- erees. Send to the address below. DEC 04-234. Candidates must have demonstrated experience tract funding. Apply: Chair, Search Committee, The in the geography of Canada and provide evi- To apply, send letter of application (specify- Department of Geography, George Mason Uni- dence of their potential for teaching and research ing the position for which you are applying), vita, versity, 4400, University Drive, MS 1E2, Fairfax, excellence in the area of environment and and the names, telephone numbers and addresses VA. 22030. Rank and salary will be commensu- resource geography, with a focus on Canada-US (email and postal) of three referees to the address rate with experience. Review of applications will resource and environmental policy. ABD in geog- below. DEC 04-278. begin February 1, 2005, and will continue until raphy or related field required by 9/05. Ph.D. in Apply: Search Committee, Geography and position is filled. GMU, an AA/EO institution, geography or related environmental discipline Land Studies Department, Central Washington actively seeks diversity amongst faculty, staff, and strongly preferred. Courses to be taught will University, 400 East University Way, Ellensburg, students. The selection committee encourages include Geography of Canada, Canada-US trans- WA 98926. Screening begins 17 January 2005 applications from women, minorities, persons boundary resource/environmental policy or and continues until candidates are selected. with disabilities, and veterans. sustainable development, as well as other intro- The Geography and Land Studies Depart- ductory and advanced courses. The position ment supports the general education, Environ- VIRGINIA, FAIRFAX 22030. The Department of requires active participation in Western’s Center mental Studies, Asian Studies, and Latin Ameri- Geography at George Mason University seeks for Canadian-American Studies, which works can Studies undergraduate programs, and the applications for a tenure-track assistant professor closely with Huxley College of the Environment. Resource Management graduate program. For specialized in the geography of Central Asia. View full announcement at http://www. more information, see the Geography and Land Preference will be given to candidates whose acadweb.wwu.edu/hr/Jobs/faculty.asp. NOV Studies Department’s webpage: http://www. research interests enhance the existing programs 04-170. cwu.edu/~geograph/ in the department. Currently the department has Priority date: 12/1/04. AA/EOE. CWU is an AA/EOE/Title IX Institution. For active research in the areas of land valuation in the further information about CWU see urban fringe; the definition of ecological bound- *WASHINGTON, ELLENSBURG 98926. www.cwu.edu. aries; and feature extraction from multi-sensor Central Washington University. The Geography remote sensing data sets. There is a wide and Land Studies Department, a medium- WASHINGTON, SEATTLE 98195-4320. range of opportunities to develop interdisciplinary sized department with a strong commitment to University of Washington, Seattle, WA. The studies, research and programs, and the depart- teaching, applied research, and public service, Center for Statistics and the Social Sciences ment is expanding its capability in the use and invites application for the following tenure track (CSSS) invites applications for a tenure-track application of Geographic InformationScience/ positions beginning in mid-September 2005. Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. The posi- Systems/Technology. Biogeographer (Assistant or Associate tion will be joint between the Department of Sta- George Mason enjoys a proximity to the Professor) with a focus on mid-latitude ecosys- tistics and a social science department (such as Washington D.C. area and access to the many tems and expertise in related GIS/RS/GPS and Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Nursing, resources of the nation’s capital region. Northern field technologies. Teaching responsibilities Political Science, Public Policy, or Sociology). Virginia is a rapidly expanding center for include introductory physical geography, bio- CSSS is an interdisciplinary center that fosters advanced technology and there are many oppor- geography, geotechniques, regional geography, collaborative research between statistics and tunities to pursue research and collaborative and a graduate Resource Management course. social sciences (www.csss.washington.edu). We development projects with local agencies, corpo- Preference given to applicants with research seek a faculty member contributing at the cutting rations and NGO’s. interests in western North American ecosystems edge to the development of statistical methodol- Applicants should send a statement of teach- and associated environmental change. ogy relevant to the social sciences. Duties ing and research experience and present fields of Resource Geographer (Assistant Professor) include new course development, teaching, and interest and activity; a CV; and contact informa- with a focus on natural resource management, methodological and collaborative research. Ph.D. tion for at least three referees. NOV 04-220. policy, planning, and law. Teaching responsibili- required by date of appointment. Send CV and 3 Apply to: Central Asian Search Committee ties include introductory geography, natural letters of recommendation to the address below. Chair, The Department of Geography, George resource management and policy, regional geog- NOV 04-179. Mason University, 4400 University Drive, MS raphy, and a graduate resource policy and law Apply: Nick Ganoulis, Administrator, CSSS, 1E2, Fairfax, VA. 22030. Applications will be course. Preference given to candidates with Box 354320, University of Washington, Seattle, accepted until the position is filled and screening research interests in western North American WA 98195-4320. Priority will be given to will begin December 1, 2004. GMU is an AA/EO watershed management, tribal sovereignty and applications received by December 1, 2004. The institution and actively seeks diversity amongst treaty rights, political ecology, and/or human University of Washington is building a culturally faculty, staff and students. The selection dimensions of environmental change. diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications committee encourages applications from women, Qualifications: PhD in Geography or allied from women and minority candidates. AA/EOE. minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. discipline required by time of appointment. The department values dynamic applicants who 1) are *WISCONSIN, KENOSHA 53140. Carthage WASHINGTON, BELLINGHAM 98228- committed to high quality teaching; 2) have the College, Department of Geography. The Geog- 1420. The Department of Environmental Stud- ability and desire to enhance student speaking, raphy Department invites applications for a ies: Policy, Planning, Education and Geography critical thinking, and writing skills; 3) involve tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of

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GIS Applications and Human Geography. The variety of graduate urban studies courses as well complement current departmental and program successful candidate will be expected to teach as contribute to the further development of this strengths. Duties will include teaching property introductory courses in the department, courses exciting new program, initially as Director. finance and development feasibility studies in the in the candidate’s specialty and in the College’s Applicants must have demonstrated excellence in Department of Geography’s Honors Specializa- core curriculum Heritage program. A broad research and effectiveness in teaching and should tion in Urban Development, and finance at the range of subspecialties in GIScience or human have an interest in program development and undergraduate level in the BACS program. geography are welcome. The position will begin administration and community service. There are excellent opportunities for collabora- in August 2005 and applicants should have a All qualified candidates are encouraged to tion with existing geography and BACS faculty completed Ph.D. at the time of appointment. apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent members as well as those in other academic units Founded in 1847, Carthage is located on Residents will be given priority. Simon Fraser at the University of Western Ontario. the shore of Lake Michigan, midway between University is committed to the principle of equity The appointment will be effective July 1, 2005. Milwaukee and Chicago and offers quick urban in employment and offers equal opportunities to Salary will be commensurate with experience. access from the relaxed environment of a small qualified applicants. Further information about the Department of city. The Carthage curriculum is designed to Applicants should forward their curriculum Geography and the BACS may be found at: promote critical thinking while challenging vitae and a statement of interest to the address http://www.ssc.uwo.ca. Applications, including a students to express themselves effectively below. NOV 04-203. statement of research and teaching interests, through a variety of media. More information Apply: Dr. John M. Munro, Director, Urban current curriculum vitae and the names and can be found on the College website Studies Program, Simon Fraser University at addresses of three potential referees, together (http://www.carthage.edu). Harbour Centre, 515 West Hastings Street, with their e-mail, fax and telephone numbers, Those who are interested in applying should Vancouver, BC, V6B 5K3 or by e-mail to should be sent to the address below. NOV send a cover letter outlining their teaching [email protected]. They should also arrange for three 04-195. philosophy and research interests, three letters letters of reference to be sent to this address. Apply: Dr. Roger H. King, Professor and of recommendation, teaching evaluations, Consideration of applications will commence on Chair, Department of Geography, Social Science curriculum vitae and other supporting documents January 1, 2005 and will continue until the posi- Centre, The University of Western Ontario, Lon- to the address below. DEC 04-263. tion is filled. This position is subject to final don, Ontario, N6A 5C2, Canada. Tel: (519) 661- Apply: Professor Ruth Fangmeier, Chair, budgetary approval. 3653; Fax: (519) 661-3750. E-mail: [email protected]. The Division of the Social Sciences, Carthage Information concerning the Urban Studies The Appointments Committee will begin College, Alford Park Drive, Kenosha, WI 53140 Program is available at: http://www.sfu.ca/urban. reviewing applications on December 17, 2004, E-mail: [email protected]. Voice: 262- For additional information please contact although applications will be accepted until the 551-5482 Fax: 262-551-6208. [email protected] or at 604-268-7887. position is filled. E-mailed and faxed applications will not be accepted. Applicants should CANADA, ONTARIO, LONDON N6A 5C2. have fluent written and oral communication INTERNATIONAL The Department of Geography at The Universi- skills in English. All qualified candidates are ty of Western Ontario invites applications for a encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and CANADA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, VANCOU- position at the rank of Assistant Professor (pro- permanent residents will be given priority. The VER V6B 5K3. The Urban Studies Program at bationary) in the area of urban development and University of Western Ontario is committed to Simon Fraser University wishes to appoint an finance. We seek an outstanding individual with employment equity and welcomes applications Associate Professor or Professor effective May 1 demonstrated commitment to excellence in from all qualified women and men, including or September 1, 2005. The appointee would serve research and teaching. The candidate must have visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons an initial term as Director of the Urban Studies a Ph.D. and a record of scholarly activity. The with disabilities. Program and would be located at Simon Fraser’s candidate should be capable of supervising grad- Harbour Centre campus in Downtown Vancouver. uate student research, teaching graduate and CANADA, ONTARIO, TORONTO M5S We expect that this would be a joint appointment undergraduate students, and conducting research 3G3. Department of Geography and Program in with an academic department appropriate for the in urban development and property finance. Planning, University of Toronto, invites applica- appointee’s disciplinary qualifications. This is a joint appointment in the Department of tions for a tenure-stream appointment in the field The Urban Studies Program is interdisciplinary Geography and in the Bachelor of Administrative of Urban Geography. This is a position with and provides an opportunity to study the city and and Commercial Studies Program (BACS) of the expertise in contemporary cities, with priority its functions from several perspectives. Its teaching Faculty of Social Science. The BACS is an inter- given to applicants who specialize in one or more program provides a strong foundation in various disciplinary program with students enrolled in of metropolitan development, social inequalities urban-related disciplines and emphasizes the four distinct areas of study: Finance and Admin- and social-spatial polarization. An interest in application of these disciplines to real-world prob- istration; Organizational and Human Resources; North American cities would be an asset. The lems and situations. The Urban Studies Program Finance, Administration and Computer Science; appointment will be at the rank of Assistant currently offers a Graduate Diploma in Urban and Commercial Aviation Management. The Professor and will begin on July 1, 2005. Studies and will introduce a Master of Urban Stud- only program of its kind offered by a Canadian The appointee would be expected to con- ies Program this year. university, the BACS curriculum combines busi- tribute to graduate teaching and supervision We are seeking a versatile and energetic per- ness studies with a strong foundation in the social and undergraduate teaching. The successful son with demonstrated urban expertise to teach a sciences. We seek applicants whose interests candidate will be expected to develop an

www.aag.org AAG Newsletter 51 December 2004 externally funded research program. The success- both B.Sc. and B.A. programs. The successful The successful candidate will have a graduate ful candidate must have a Ph.D. in geography or candidate must have a Ph.D. in geography or a appointment in the Department of Geography a closely related discipline, an established record closely related discipline, an established record and Program in Planning, University of Toronto. of high quality scholarly research and publica- of high quality scholarly research and publica- We expect a strong contribution to the GIS pro- tion, and a demonstrated commitment to excel- tion, and a demonstrated commitment to teach- gram and active participation in the geography lence in teaching. Additional information on the ing. Additional information on the Department and environmental undergraduate programs as Department can be obtained through the World can be obtained through the World Wide Web at well as in the geography and planning graduate Wide Web at http://www.geog.utoronto.ca/. http://www.geog.utoronto.ca/. programs. Preference will be given to candidates Please send applications to the address below. Please send applications to the address whose research and teaching interests combine NOV 04-201. below. NOV 04-202. Apply: Professor Joseph scholarly and applied work. Apply: Professor Joseph R. Desloges, Chair, R. Desloges, Chair, Department of Geography The successful candidate must have a PhD in Department of Geography and Program in Plan- and Program in Planning, University of Toronto, geography or a related discipline, and demon- ning, University of Toronto, 100 St. George 100 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada strated potential for high quality scholarly Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 3G3. M5S 3G3. Applications should include a research and publication, and a commitment to Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a curriculum vitae, a statement outlining current excellence in teaching. statement outlining current and future research and future research interests, examples of Additional information on the Department interests, examples of publications, and materials publications, and materials relevant to can be obtained through the World Wide Web at relevant to teaching experience. Applicants teaching experience. Applicants should also http://geog.utm.utoronto.ca/ and http://www. should also ask three referees to write letters ask three referees to write letters directly to geog.utoronto.ca. directly to Professor Desloges. Materials must be Professor Desloges. Materials must be received Any inquiries about the application should be received by January 10, 2005 (no e-mail applica- by January 10, 2005 (no e-mail applications will sent to [email protected]. tions will be accepted). be accepted). The University of Toronto is fully committed The University of Toronto is strongly com- The University of Toronto is strongly to academic excellence and welcomes applications mitted to diversity within its community and committed to diversity within its community and from all qualified individuals. All qualified candi- especially welcomes applications from visible especially welcomes applications from visible dates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian minority group members, women, Aboriginal minority group members, women, Aboriginal and permanent residents will be given priority. persons, persons with disabilities, members of persons, persons with disabilities, members The University of Toronto is strongly committed sexual minority groups, and others who may of sexual minority groups, and others who may to diversity within its community. The University contribute to the further diversification of contribute to the further diversification of ideas. especially welcomes applications from visible ideas. We offer opportunities to work in many We offer opportunities to work in many collabo- minority group members, women, Aboriginal collaborative programs, including Aboriginal, rative programs, including Aboriginal, Canadian, persons, persons with disabilities, members of Canadian, environmental, ethno-cultural, sexu- environmental, ethno-cultural, sexual diversity, sexual minority groups, and others who may al diversity, gender and women’s studies. The gender and women’s studies. The University of contribute to the further diversification of ideas. University of Toronto offers the opportunity to Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct The deadline for submission of applications is teach, conduct research and live in one of the research and live in one of the most diverse cities December 1, 2004. most diverse cities in the world. All qualified in the world. Candidates should send a current Curriculum candidates are encouraged to apply; however, All qualified candidates are encouraged to Vitae, brief statements of teaching specializations Canadians and permanent residents will be apply; however, Canadians and permanent resi- and research interests, copies of selected reprints given priority. dents will be given priority. to the address below. Applicants should also ask three referees to send letters of recommendation CANADA, ONTARIO, TORONTO M5S CANADA, ONTARIO, TORONTO L5L under separate cover. NOV 04-169. 3G3. The Department of Geography and 1C6. The Department of Geography, Universi- All correspondence should be sent to: Ferenc Program in Planning, University of Toronto, ty of Toronto at Mississauga, invites applica- Csillag, Chair, Department of Geography, invites applications for a tenure-stream appoint- tions for a tenure-stream assistant professor University of Toronto at Mississauga, 3359 ment in the field of Physical Geography. The position in spatial analysis with specialization MissisSauga Road, Mississauga, ONT L5L 1C6, appointment will be at the rank of Assistant in one or more of the following fields (listed in Canada. Professor and will begin on July 1, 2005. We seek alphabetical order): development, environment, Please note that no e-mail applications will candidates with expertise in physical geography health, transportation. A regional interest be accepted. and with interests in landscape processes and/or in Asia or Africa would be an asset. The candi- paleoenvironments. Field, laboratory and experi- date is expected to take up the position on July *CANADA, ONTARIO, WINDSOR N9B mental approaches are an important asset and 1, 2005. 3P4. The University of Windsor invites applica- would complement the Department’s consider- The appointment is at the University of tions for a tenure-track faculty position in the able strength in these areas. Toronto at Mississauga, which has an interdisci- Department of Political Science in political The successful candidate will be expected to plinary commitment, a multicultural student geography with a specialization in International develop an externally funded research program body, and a modern, spacious campus, where the Relations and/or Comparative Politics at the rank and undertake graduate supervision and teaching. appointee will be expected to develop an exter- of Assistant Professor commencing July 5, 2005. Teaching at the undergraduate level will be in nally funded research program. This position is subject to final budgetary

52 AAG Newsletter www.aag.org Volume 39, Number 11 approval.The candidate must have a research and on Latin America, Africa or Asia is an asset. The a letter of recommendation. Submissions by teaching interest in environmental studies, candidate must be able to teach at all three levels of email will not be accepted. The complete including natural resource management and/or the curriculum, advise graduate students and devel- package must be sent to the address below. policies and other interdisciplinary issues, such as op an original and dynamic research program. NOV 04-222. Canada-US transboundary resource/environment Candidates must possess a PhD in Geography Apply : André Roy, Directeur, Département de or sustainable development. or in a related discipline, demonstrate excellent géographie,Université de Montréal, C.P. 6128, To view full ad, please see www.uwindsor.ca/ abilities for teaching and research as. At the succursale Centre-ville, Montréal (QC), Canada facultypositions. DEC 04-244. Université de Montréal, lectures are given in H3C 3J7. Telephone : (514) 343-8012. Fax : French and a good grasp of the language is (514) 343-8008. E-mail: [email protected]. CANADA, QUEBEC, MONTREAL H3C 3J7. required. The Université provides courses for In accordance with Canadian immigration As part of its research and training axis in devel- newly appointed professors who would wish to requirements, priority will be given to Canadian opment studies, the Département de géographie improve their abilities to speak French. For more citizens and permanent residents of Canada. of the Université de Montréal solicits candidates information concerning the activities of the The Université de Montréal subscribes to an to fulfill a tenure track position at the assistant Département de géographie, please see our web affirmative action program for women and to professor level in human geography, effective site at: www.geog.umontreal.ca. employment equity. June 1st 2005 (subject to budgetary approval. The Université de Montréal offers a competi- The selection process of the Université The Department is particularly interested in tive salary and a complete range of fringe benefits. de Montréal gives access to submitted files to candidates in the geography of development Interested persons must send, no later than all regular professors of the Department unless preferably with a solid expertise in one of the fol- January 14th 2005, an application package the candidate explicitly states that access to the lowing areas: culture, environment or governance. including a curriculum vitae, a detailed descrip- file should be limited to the selection committee The candidate must demonstrate a high potential tion of their research program (2-3 pages), in her or his covering letter. In all cases this for integration within the research and training off-prints of their most important research restriction on accessibility will be lifted if the activities of the Department. A regional expertise contributions and ask three referees to send candidate is invited for an interview.

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Appointments U.S. Community Forestry directly with or is explicitly relevant to U.S. forest communities, and perform University of Arizona, beginning Research Fellowships The U.S. Community Forestry field work that is participatory—working January 2005, Associate Professor, actively with members of the community Paul Robbins. PhD, 1996, Clark Research Fellowship Program provides in which they are conducting research. University. fellowships to graduate students to For details about the program and Hunter College-CUNY, Assistant support their field work in communities Professor, Frank Buonaiuto, Jr. PhD, in the U.S. The awards are up to $15,000 information on how to apply visit 2003, SUNY-Stony Brook. for dissertation fellows, up to $7,000 www.cnr.berkeley.edu/community_ Illinois State University, Assistant for master’s fellows, and $2,000 for forestry/ or contact Carl Wilmsen, CFRF Professor, Amy M. Bloom. PhD, pre-dissertation fellows. Program Coordinator, College of expected 2005, University of Utah. The program accepts proposals deal- Natural Resources, 101 Giannini Hall University of North Alabama, Assis- ing with the broad array of issues and #3100, University of California, Berke- tant Professor, Francis T. Koti. PhD, resources in community forestry. Fellows ley, Berkeley, CA 94720-3100. 2004, West Virginia University. must be enrolled in a degree-granting Email cffellow@ nature.berkeley.edu. Key: New institution, position, name. program at an institution of higher Applications must be received by Degree, year degree granted, granting learning, engage in research that deals February 1, 2005. institution.

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Allen, Patricia. Together at the Table: Sustainability and Sustenance in the Lee, Roger and David M. Smith, eds. Geographies and Moralities: Inter- American Agrifood System. University Park, PA: Penn State Press, 2004. national Perspectives on Development, Justice and Place. RGS-IBG Book 260 and 10 pp., n.p., ISBN 0-271-02473-9. Series. Malden, MA: Blackwell, 2004. 312 and 24 pp., $39.95, 1-4051-1637-4. Arreola, Daniel D., ed. Hispanic Spaces, Latino Places: Community and Cul- tural Diversity in Contemporary America. Austin, TX: University of Texas Martin, Seelye. An Introduction to Ocean Remote Sensing. New York: Press, 2004. 334 and 8 pp., $19.99, ISBN 0-292-70562-X. Cambridge University Press, 2004. 426 and 28 pp., $75.00, ISBN 0-521-80280-6. Bonta, Mark and John Protevi. Deleuze and Geophilosophy: A Guide and Glossary. Edinburgh, UK: Edinburgh University Press, 2004. 214 and Matthews, John and David T. Herbert, eds. Unifying Geography: 10 pp., $29.50, ISBN 0-7486-1839-2. Common Heritage, Shared Future. London and New York: Routledge, 2004. 402 and 14 pp., $34.95, ISBN 0-415-30544-6. Boogaart, Thomas A. An Ethnogeography of Late Medieval Bruges: Evolution of the Corporate Milieu, 1280-1349. Lewiston, NY: Edwin Mellen Press, Meinig, D.W. The Shaping of America: A Geographical Perspective on 500 2004. 509 and 22 pp., $139.95, ISBN 0-7734-6421-2. Years of History. Volume 4: Global America, 1915-2000. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press, 2004. 467 and 16 pp., $45.00, ISBN 0-300- Breen, Ann and Dick Rigby. Intown Living: A Different American Dream. 10432-4. Westport, CT: Praeger, 2004. 285 and 12 pp., $69.95, ISBN 0-275- 97591-6. Ostergren, Robert C. and John G. Rice. The Europeans: A Geography of People, Culture, and Environment. New York: Guilford, 2004. 386 and 13 Carr, Mike. Bioregionalism and Civil Society: Democratic Challenges to Corpo- pp., $50.00, ISBN 0-89862-272-7. rate Globalism. Vancouver: University of British Columbia Press, 2004. 332 and 8 pp., Can$29.95, ISBN 0-7748-0945-0. Oxford Atlas of the World. 12th rev. ed. New York: Oxford University Press, 2004. 305 and 9 pp., $80.00, ISBN 0-19-522147-8. Coleman, Annie Gilbert. Ski Style: Sport and Culture in the Rockies. Lawrence, KS: University Press of Kansas, 2004. 299 and 12 pp., Pavlakovich-Kochi, Vera, Barbara J. Morehouse, and Doris Wastl- $29.95, 0-7006-1341-2. Walter, eds. Challenged Borderlands: Transcending Political and Cultural Boundaries. Burlington, VT: Ashgate, 2004. 302 and 19 pp., $94.95, Dege, William. War North of 80: The Last German Arctic Weather Station of ISBN 0-7546-4093-0. World War Two. Boulder, CO: University Press of Colorado, 2004. 361 and 35 pp., $39.95, ISBN 0-87081-768-X. Rumley, Dennis and Sanjay Chaturvedi, eds. Geopolitical Orientations, Regionalism and Security in the Indian Ocean. New Delhi: South Asian Dunmire, William W. Gardens of New Spain; How Mediterranean Plants and Publishers, 2004. 320 and 14 pp., n.p., ISBN 81-7003-281-4. Foods Changed America. Austin, TX: University of Texas Press, 2004. 375 and 18 pp., n.p., ISBN 0-292-70564-6. Simone, Abdou Maliq. For the City Yet to Come: Changing African Life in Four Cities. Durham, NC: Duke University Press, 2004. 297 and 10 Egan, Timothy. Wild Seattle: A Celebration of the Natural Areas in and pp., $23.95, ISBN 0-8223-3445-3. Around the City. San Francisco: Sierra Club Books, 2004. 180 pp., $35.00, ISBN 1-578-5-111-8. Staeheli, Lynn, Eleonore Kofman, and Linda J. Peake, eds. Mapping Women, Making Politics: Feminist Perspectives in Political Geography. London Evans, David A. & Benn, Douglas I. A Practical Guide to the Study of and New York: Routledge, 2004. 319 and 7 pp., $28.95, ISBN 0-415- Glacial Sediments. London: Arnold, 2004. 266 and 8 pp., $19.99, ISBN 93449-4. 0-340-75959-3. Stock, Robert. Africa South of the Sahara: A Geographical Interpretation. 2nd Fanet, Jacques. Great Wine Terroirs. Berkeley, CA: University of Cali- rev. ed. New York: Guilford, 2004. 477 and 12 pp., $60.00, ISBN fornia Press, 2004. 239 pp., $39.95, ISBN 0-520-23858-3. 1-57230-868-0. Freidberg, Susanne. French Beans and Food Scares: Culture and Commerce in Swinchatt, Jonathan and David G. Howell. The Winemaker’s Dance: an Anxious Age. New York: Oxford University Press, 2004. 269 and 11 Exploring Terroir in the Napa Valley. Berkeley, CA: University of Califor- pp., $24.95, ISBN 0-19-516961-1. nia Press, 2004. 229 and 14 pp., $34.95, ISBN 0-520-23513-4. Garcia, Juan Sanchez, ed. Toma de Decisiones Colectivas y Politica del Suelo: White, George W. Nation, State, and Territory: Origins, Evolutions, and Estudios de Caso en Tenerife. Madrid: Fundacion Cesar Manrique, 2004. Relationships, Volume 1. 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